The best of the best in 2025. As an abstract artist and art journal lover, these are the art supplies that I use everyday and recommend to anyone who loves art. Get these supplies if you want to thrive in your art practice, these are all favs that I ...
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Journals
Pens
Paint
Misc
Journals
high gsm = happy artist
my “expensive” journal that is worth every cent!
Dingbats Pro B5 Blank Notebook - Black
these are what I use for sketchbooks! they have a high gsm and hold paint really well!
Ohuhu Sketchbook for Alcohol Markers - 2 Pack
they never let me down :)
Talens Art Creations Sketchbooks - Blick Art Materials
the most gorgeous covers and very high quality paper, perfect for painting!
Archer and Olive Notebooks
my current planner, keeps me very organized!
A5 Undated Planner: Songbird
Pens
pens are very important, they matter a lot, even though it seems like it doesn't… they are
my go to black pen!
Uniball Vision Pens
perfect for line work or just writing in general, these work for everything that u need to ink!
Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen
i mainly use black but these are great for writing and inking, they don't bleed that bad either!
Sharpie Ultra Fine Markers | Permanent, Multicolor, Art & Office
get the black ones, have fun, thank me later
EnerGel Liquid Gel Pens – tagged "Tip Size_0.7mm" - Pentel
best paint pen colours, the variety is crazy! better than posca imo
Acrylograph Paint Pens
two nibs, one brush, one fine, they are so great for journaling! the new tombow…shhh
Calliograph Pens
Paint
If you are in Vancouver, these paints are the BEST
Kroma Artist's Acrylics
grumbacher paints are a lit more expensive, but they are worth it if you want a thicker acrylic!
Grumbacher Academy Acrylic - Painting
my go to for cheap paints, better than the dollar store brands
Apple Barrel Acrylic Paints in Art Paints - Walmart.com
my one and only watercolour set is from Paul Reubens, very vibrant colours and it lasts a long time
Paul Rubens Watercolor
another “Cheaper” brand but it still does a really good job as a thicker acrylic
Acrylic Paints
primary colours and black ink, it's a staple to have in your artists' arsenal
Ink
Misc
random things that help me thrive
my fav crayons, well worth the investment
Neocolor® II Watersoluble Wax Pastels | Caran d'Ache | Buy online
the best eraser, they don't make shreds and are fun to play with
Kneaded Eraser
i have had the same pencil crayon set for YEARS i use them daily but they last FOREVER
Prismacolor Premier 12 Colored Pencils Set
A&O stickers have greatly improved my life, i just get so happy when i use them, plus they're just FUN
