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Drawing Tools & Resources for Beginners
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items I have always loved arts and & crafts but, up until recently, I really didn't consider myself “an artist”. After many years of stifling my own creativity while focusing on more practical things, I finally decided to rediscover my inner artist. One of my favorite ways to play with art is drawing and I created this list as a resource hub for anyone else who is maybe new and exploring the world of art for the first time or after a long hiatus like me.
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Paper, Sketchbooks, Journals, etc.
Markers, Pencils, Pens, etc.
Tools & Resources
Paper, Sketchbooks, Journals, etc.
I love these small hardbound sketchbooks --both for drawing as well as for writing. They are great for keeping in my bag while traveling or just while bumping around town. It makes it easy to just grab a pen and dive in, no matter where or for how l...
Sketchbook by Artist's Loft™, 4" x 4"
Perfect for exploring with pencil, pen, watercolor, and/or acrylic all together in one place! Plus, I love the ring binding so you can easily flip between pages and lay it flat while you're working.
Canson® XL® Mix Media Pad
Perfect for pencil or any other dry media, this recycled paper has a fine grain and gets the job done.
Strathmore® 400 Series Recycled Sketch Paper Pad
I'm in love with this soothing blue color (and the fact that these come in different shapes and sizes). These are great for pencil or pen drawings but I also love unlined little notepads like this, especially for travel-journaling.
Talens Art Creation Lake Blue Hardcover Sketchbook
These letter sized hard bound sketch pads are so perfect for sketching & writing together. I call these my "Brainstorm Books" and I use them for all sorts of things. Buying in bulk also means I can create separate books for themes or projects a...
6 Pack: Hardbound Sketchbook by Artist's Loft™
If you're into the sleek look of the hard bound black letter sized sketch books (for drawing and / or writing) but you prefer a ring binding for ease of flipping pages and preference for working on a flat surface, then these are for you!
Black Wirebound Sketchbook by Artist's Loft™
Once again, I'm totally hooked on this color but also the different shapes and sizes! These are perfect for drawing or writing on the go. I love the freedom of unlined paper in a compact book that can fit in any small bag.
Talens Art Creation Golden Yellow Hardcover Sketchbook
These little 8x8 canvas panels are perfect for almost any medium you're using and with 5 in a pack you could make a whole little series of works!
5 Pack 8" x 8" Canvas Panel by Creatology™
These letter size canvas panels are great for almost any medium you're playing with and getting them in a package means you could some art with a friend or make a whole series at once!
5 Pack 9" x 12" Canvas Panel by Creatology™
Markers, Pencils, Pens, etc.
I got this when I finally decided to get back into sketching and drawing and needed some basic supplies for a decent price. This was a great set to get started with and I definitely recommend it, especially for beginners.
Amazon Basics Sketch & Drawing Pencil Kit, 17pc
These pastels are probably my favorite thing to draw with, the color and the texture is so rich and vibrant. I basically see these as crayons-for-adults and they are really fun to play with. Of course, you can make some incredible art with a more s...
Faber-Castell® Oil Pastels 24 Color Set | Michaels
I'm all about mixing mediums and these gel pens are one of my favorite things to use for adding detail and shine to my designs. These are really fun to work with and I love that there are so many different colors and you can even get some with a glit...
Gel Pens with Stand by Artist's Loft™ | Michaels
I LOVE these markers that come with two different sized tips! It makes me feel like I'm getting twice as many pens in one set! They're awesome for doing the broad stroke work and then coming in for fine details as well.
Staedtler® Duo-Color Fiber-Tip 36 Color Marker Set | Michaels
These are by no means "fancy" but for a beginner artist, I think its really nice to just have some cheap markers to play around with and explore your style. Once you have a little more confidence in your craft you can upgrade to higher quality suppl...
Amazon Basics 40 Colors Washable Markers
When you're starting out, you've got to get yourself a decent little set of colored pencils to begin with. These are so easy to work with and they are great for incorporating with other media as well.
Fundamentals™ Colored Pencils by Artist's Loft® | Michaels
Tools & Resources
These are great, actually, it might be my favorite thing about drawing with pencils. I remember as a kid I used to ask my artist friends to bring me bits of these erasers from the art room during school, it was like the perfect fidget toy. They're ...
June Gold Kneaded Rubber Erasers, 6 Pack
Ever wonder how people get their mandala drawings so symmetrical and "perfect" looking? Try playing with these stencils and see how easy it is to create beautiful intricate art!
Faber-Castell® Mixed Media Mandala Stencil Set
If you are like me, and can't just sit at the same table or desk to do your art all the time, these artist clipboards will be perfect for you! This makes it so I can go sit outside, on the couch, or even draw in bed if I'm feeling like some extra co...
Art Alternatives Artist Tote Board
If you're working with pencils, chalks, or pastels, this stuff comes in very handy to seal and protect your art. I recommend having a can on hand for whenever your project is complete and you're ready to preserve your beautiful work.
Krylon® Workable Fixatif
I sure do love my kneaded erasers but this little guy is also SUPER handy, especially when it comes to erasing fine detail without smudging. This is a great tool to have on hand and I love the little clicking retractor mechanism, theres just somethi...
Staedtler® Mars® Retractable Plastic Eraser
The human form can be TOUGH to work with and it will take time and practice to get yourself oriented with the shapes and lines of the body. Having one of these little models to pose and study can be very helpful as you develop your eye and your skil...
Male Manikin by Artist's Loft™
This is one of the first YouTube channels that really helped me get inspired to grab a sketchbook and just start drawing something in it every day. This guy has a ton of free resources on his YouTube page and of course you can also visit his website for courses and other resources as well.
Sketchbook Skool
This is an awesome YouTube channel that provides resources and education for artists and especially those who are looking to make money online. I love her style and I have learned so much from her about following my passion and making my art work for me.
Kelsey Rodriguez
This is one of my favorite artists and content creators to watch. He's got some really interesting perspectives on life and tons of skill and experience as an artist. I love all his work and he has been a major inspiration for me in exploring my own creativity more whole-heartedly.
struthless
This artist has a great wealth of free content on her YouTube page where she shares openly and transparently about her experience and process as a self-employed artist. I find her work and her approach so inspiring and I hope you'll enjoy getting to know her too!
Uncomfy Artist