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Best Art Supplies for Painting with Joy – Pencils, Paints & More I Use
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items Painting should be fun, freeing, and full of color — and the right supplies make all the difference. This carefully curated list features my favorite pencils, paints, brushes, and tools that spark creativity and make every stroke a joy. Whether you’r...
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🎨 Paints & Pigments I Love
✏️ Pencils, Pens & Sketch Essentials
🖌️ Brushes & Drying Tools
📒 Paper, Canvas & Journaling Surfaces
🌟 Finishing Touches & Nice-to-Haves
🎨 Paints & Pigments I Love
As a lifelong creative and the artist behind ArtMorfic, I’ve tested tons of supplies—but these are the tools that truly made painting feel joyful, not frustrating. Whether you’re just starting out or love adding color to your journals, these brushes,...
If you're the kind of person who loves trying different techniques without the pressure of being perfect—this set is a dream. It has everything from soft sketch pencils to charcoals, blenders, and erasers. I use it when I want to zone out and just dr...
74-Piece Drawing Pencil Set for Sketching
These feel like painting, but with the control of a pen. I use them when I want to add soft, blendable color to sketches, flowers, or bookmarks without hauling out a paint palette. The brush tips are flexible and responsive—like tiny paintbrushes tha...
48 Watercolor Brush Pens – Smooth, Juicy Color
This is the set I reach for when I want rich, reliable color without breaking the bank. The texture is creamy, spreads beautifully, and the colors stay true even when dry. Works great on canvas, paper, wood—pretty much anything. Whether you're layeri...
Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set – Bold
These half‑pan watercolors are truly next level. They dry solid—no cracking—and revive beautifully when re‑wet, letting color shine through in vibrant layers. Whether I’m painting delicate petals for ArtMorfic designs or sketching florals in my journ...
Daniel Smith Watercolor Half-Pan Set
If you've ever been curious about oil painting but hesitated due to the need for solvents, this set is your gateway. These paints blend beautifully with water, eliminating the need for harsh chemicals. The colors are vibrant and mix seamlessly, allow...
Winsor & Newton Artisan Water Mixable Oil Paint Set, 10x37ml
If you're looking to add depth and texture to your artwork without the need for brushes, this set is a game-changer. These oil pigment sticks are made with pure pigments and natural waxes, offering a creamy, lipstick-like consistency that glides smoo...
R&F Handmade Paints Professional Oil Pigment Stick Set of 12 – Pure Color, No Brushes Needed
✏️ Pencils, Pens & Sketch Essentials
Every masterpiece starts with a single line, and these trusty pencils and pens are your perfect creative partners. Whether you’re sketching out ideas, doodling patterns, or adding delicate details before painting, this collection has the tools I rely...
Whether I'm sketching intricate patterns for my journals or adding delicate details to my pressed flower bookmarks, this set has been my go-to. It includes a comprehensive range of graphite and charcoal pencils, blending tools, and accessories, all n...
Castle Art Supplies 40-Piece Drawing Set
These markers feel like watercolor pens—but without the hassle of paints or brushes. I love using them to add dreamy washes of color in my flower journals or to layer vibrant shades on my pressed flower bookmarks. The brush tip glides smoothly, and t...
Primrosia Watercolor Markers - Blendable Pens
🖌️ Brushes & Drying Tools
Every artist knows the magic happens not just with paints but with the tools that bring them to life. From soft, precise brushes that capture the tiniest detail to smart drying tools that speed up your workflow without stressing your brushes—this sec...
If you’re tired of juggling messy rinse cups and tangled brushes, this tool is a game-changer. It combines a silicone brush cleaner, rinse bowl, and holder into one sleek design. I use it to keep my brushes in top shape—whether I’m switching between ...
ILLAY CO. 3-in-1 Paint Brush Cleaner
Whether I'm adding delicate veins to pressed flowers or detailing intricate patterns in my journals, these brushes have been my go-to. The set includes a variety of sizes, from ultra-fine 10/0 to 2, catering to every detail need. The ergonomic triang...
ARTEGRIA Precision Detail Paint Brush Set
Say goodbye to the chaos of scattered brushes! This rotating holder fits up to 40 brushes of all sizes and spins smoothly, so you can grab exactly what you need without missing a beat. I love how it keeps my workspace tidy and my favorite brushes eas...
BlackLabMill Rotating Paint Brush Holder
Whether I'm adding delicate veins to pressed flowers or detailing intricate patterns in my journals, these brushes have been my go-to. The set includes a variety of sizes and shapes, from fine liners to broad flats, catering to every detail need. The...
Nicpro 26pcs Paint Brush Set with Palette Knife
This 11-piece miniature paint brush set is my go-to for adding those delicate details to my artwork. Whether I'm working on intricate floral illustrations or fine line journaling, these brushes offer precision and control. The set includes a variety ...
Miniature Paint Brushes - 11PCS Model Set
📒 Paper, Canvas & Journaling Surfaces
Great art starts with a great surface—and this collection features the papers, canvases, and journals I trust to bring my ideas to life. Whether you’re painting vibrant florals on canvas, sketching whimsical patterns in a journal, or experimenting wi...
Whether I'm adding delicate veins to pressed flowers or detailing intricate patterns in my journals, these canvases have been my go-to. The set includes a variety of sizes—5x7, 8x10, 9x12, and 11x14—catering to every creative need. Made from 100% cot...
KEFF 24-Pack Canvas Boards – Creative Set
This spiral sketchbook is so much more than a pad—it’s a canvas for your next idea. With 100 sheets of 68 lb/100 gsm acid-free paper, it’s sturdy enough for pencil, ink, light watercolor, markers, and more—without bleeding through or warping. It lies...
iBayam 9x12 Acid-Free Thick Sketchbook
This smooth, medium-weight pad is a dream with markers, alcohol pens, and fine liners. The paper resists bleed-through, keeps colors vibrant, and lets ink glides evenly—perfect for doodles, journaling embellishments, or marker art. I reach for this p...
Sketch Book Marker & Ink-Friendly Pad
This 30-pack of 11×14" cotton canvas panels is honestly such a lifesaver when inspiration hits hard and fast. They're pre-primed, take acrylic and gouache beautifully, and don’t warp weirdly like some cheap ones do. I use them for everything—from qui...
My Go-To Canvas Panels for Painting
This tracing/tracing pad is my silent assistant when I’m refining bookmark designs, journaling layouts, or flower sketches. The translucent sheets let me easily trace over rough drafts and experiment with proportions without ruining my original drawi...
Tracing Pad 9x12'', 75 Sheets Transparent Vellum
🌟 Finishing Touches & Nice-to-Haves
Sometimes it’s the small extras that take your artwork from good to wow. This section is packed with handy tools and thoughtful extras—like brush cleaners, holders, and drying racks—that keep your creative space organized and your supplies in tip-top...
This heavy-duty electric pencil sharpener is an absolute gem for artists like us. It handles all your pencil types—standard, jumbo, triangular (so no fussy resizing!), and sharpens a fresh one in about 2–3 seconds with an auto-stop so you don’t snap ...
AFMAT Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener
This Faber‑Castell kneaded eraser is magic in your hands—soft, moldable, and dust‑free. Whenever I sketch or plan out an idea for a bookmark or journal spread, I shape it into a tiny eraser tip to lift graphite or charcoal without damaging the paper....
Stretchy Eraser That Pulls Creative Mistakes
This 10X magnifying glass with light is a game-changer for those final touches. Whether you're adding intricate details to your artwork or need a closer look at your creations, this magnifier ensures you don't miss a thing. The flexible gooseneck all...
The Magnifier That Makes Details Pop