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Desk Necessities As I Make Art
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items These are the items I keep close to me as I work in my studio on my art. Some help my process or my creativity and some are just for inspiration. Please let me know what you keep nearby as you create.
Sections
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For Process
For Creating
For Inspiration
For Process
These are the items I need for my process like marketing, filming, editing and more.
This machine washable lumbar pillow is the best and much needed for long hours painting at my desk.
Lumbar Support Pillow for Low Back Pain Relief
These are fantastic. I use them for extra lighting and adjusting shadows on my reference photos.
White Cordless Table Lamp Set of 2 for Patio
If you need a phone holder for filming your art making, this is the best. It doesn't give any shadows that can ruin your shots.
elitehood Overhead Phone Mount with Light
If you're like me and you paint while listening to your playlists, this is the prefect speaker. It's also waterproof in case of accidental spills.
Bluetooth Speaker Portable Wireless 16W HD
For Creating
Here are all my supplies needed to create my art for watercolors, acrylics, mixed media, or collage.
I received this fabulous item as a gift and I love it! It not only holds your water for cleaning your brushes but it has many more elements to aid your painting. It has a bottom with raised parts to help with cleaning, holes to hold and dry your pain...
MyLifeUNIT Paint Brush Cleaner & Holder Grey
This easel is the best! It has a smooth surface, adjustable inclines and a very good price. I use this for canvas as well as for watercolor paper.
Tabletop A3 Painting Easel with Adjustable Angle
I like this set of brushes a lot. They're high quality and the price is very good.
24-Piece Wooden Handle Paint Brushes Set
This stuff is the best! I've been using it for years!
Masters Brush Cleaner 1 Oz
This is my go-to medium for my collages. I always use gloss instead of matte because it always looks better under the paint.
Liquitex Professional Fluid Medium 237ml Gloss
Great set of silicone brushes. I use these for my collages. They're easy to clean and reliable.
5pcs Silicone Paint Brush Set, Flat Flexible
I love mine! It not only looks cool, it's easy to clean and keeps your supplies so organized at the ready.
U.S. Art Supply Plastic Round 50 Hole Brush Holder
This paper with a wonderful weight, is suitable for watercolor and other mediums as well.
Fingraspuro 9x12 Watercolor Paper Pad, 30 Sheets
For Inspiration
I like to place objects near me for inspiration or comfort where I paint. This may include lucky charms, gifts from others, photos, trinkets, or something from nature, and more. These items also add some esthetically pleasing surroundings for my work...
This is almost the identical one I have sitting by me as I create. It's not only beautiful but I know it gives me mental clarity and aids in my energy level. This would make a thoughtful gift for any creative person you know who would appreciate it's...
KALIFANO Angel Aura Amethyst Geode – Titanium-Bonded
These driftwood pieces give off a nature vibe for my desk. I love the esthetically pleasing shapes they have formed and are perfect for holding air plants.
WDEFUN Natural Driftwood 5-Piece 5''-8''
I absolutely love this paperweight! It has just enough inspiring messages to keep me motivated and keeps my papers in place.
Note to Self Motivational Acrylic Heart Decor
These little sculptures help me relax and focus depending on my mood and which one i choose.
3 Pcs Thinker Small Statue Set - Black Art Decor
Get all your notes for your art and marketing in one place. This is a beautiful journal and would make the best gift.
InnoBeta Artist Gifts Journal Notebook, 7.8x5"