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colortok essentials for beginners
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items my go to recommendations for art / coloring supplies as a coloring content creator! this list includes all the best recommendations i’ve tried over the years!
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Alcohol Markers
Practice Books
Acrylic Paint Pens
Gel Pens
Alcohol Markers
These are my favorite tried and true alcohol marker recommendations! If you want a streak-free coloring experience, you’re going to want to use these alcohol markers!
If you’re wanting to try out Ohuhu markers, but you’re not ready to spend a lot of money, these are the perfect option! Same high quality ink, but a fraction of the price!
Ohuhu Markers 48 Pack
These are the most underrated Ohuhu markers! The slim broad chisel tip is so convenient for coloring large and small areas + it comes with so many refillable shades!
Ohuhu Kaala 108 Marker Set
This set is definitely an investment, but if you spend a lot of time coloring, I think it’s worth every penny! This set has 320 different colors, and quite a few of them are refillable!
Ohuhu Honolulu 320 Marker Set (Brush & Chisel Tip)
This Arrtx set is a fantastic option if you’re looking for affordable brush tip markers that actually last! This 80 color set has a variety of shades, and each marker comes out to $1!
Arrtx 80 Marker Set
These markers are a high quality budget friendly option! If you’re still testing the waters, I highly recommend these!
WELLOKB 80 Colors Dual Tip Alcohol Markers
If you’re a beginner looking to splurge, the Ohuhu Oahu 160 set is a great option! So many color variations and INCREDIBLE quality!
Ohuhu Oahu 160 Marker Set
Practice Books
My favorite practice books! If you’re just starting out, and you’re feeling overwhelmed, pick one of these up! They’ll help you with the basics, and put you in a creative mood!
If you’re a newbie colorist, and you want a little guidance, I highly recommend this coloring workbook! It’s so adorable and so much fun!
How to Draw Patterns: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
This practice book by Vivi Tinta is incredibly informative and adorable! It really covers all the bases for beginner colorists!
How to Color: Step-by-Step Guide to Patterns & Shading
Willow Lake Studio creates my favorite coloring workbooks! I can’t recommend this one enough!
Coloring Practice: Patterns & Techniques
By far my favorite Willow Lake Studio coloring book! If you’re a lover of all things magic and fantastical, this is a must have!
You Can Color This: Magical Worlds Tutorial
If you’re looking for a coloring book that has space for you to test out different patterns/textures, this is a great option! It has 280 spaces for you to fill in!
Simple Pattern Practice Coloring Logbook - 280 Blocks
If you’re looking to work on color theory and blending, this is an amazing option!
Coloring Practice Workbook: Master Colors & Techniques
Acrylic Paint Pens
Acrylic paint pens are great for adding details on top of your marker work! The recommendations below are my favorites!
These acrylic paint pens are my absolute favorite for adding details! This set comes with 18 different colors (perfect beginner set)!
Grabie Acrylic Paint Pens, 18 Colors, 0.7mm
Acrylic paint pens can get a bit…messy! But these shuttle art paint pens have automatic ink control, which prevents you from having to push down to get the paint out! Love love love these!!
Shuttle Art 36 Colors Acrylic Paint Markers
Arrtx paint pens are definitely in my top three! I love the different color options and how fast these dry down (no pesky smudging!!)
Arrtx 30 Colors Acrylic Paint Pens Extra Fine Tip
How cool are these pens?? They look and feel like gel pens, but they’re filled with acrylic paint! These are perfect for adding tiny touches to your coloring pages!
languo 90 Colors Acrylic Gel Paint Pens
Gel Pens
The BEST white gel pens for adding highlights! This set comes with three different sizes, so you can make smaller and larger highlights!
SAKURA Gelly Roll White Gel Pen Set of 3
If you’re a glitter lover, these stardust gel pens from SAKURA are a must have. I’ve gone through three packs of these (they’re really that good!)
SAKURA Gelly Roll Stardust Gel Pen Set
If you’re looking to add metallic details, these are a fantastic option! I love how shiny they are. If you’re on a budget, you can’t go wrong with these!
uniball Impact Bold Gel Pen Assorted Metallic Set