These are the primary tools I use to create watercolor paintings and graphics. Most can easily be found at your local Michaels or art supply store! Great for beginners to easily get started!
This is the paper I use.
Canson® XL® Watercolor Pad - Michaels
I'm a big fan of cheap mechanical pencils with white erasers for sketching!
Mechanical Pencils
I prefer tubes of quality watercolors for most of my paintings.
Watercolor Paint
Sometimes, budget watercolors can be just what you need for details.
Artist Palettes
Spend the extra money on quality watercolor brushes! They make all the difference.
Watercolor Paint Brushes
Watercolor pencils are great for adding some extra details or textures.
Watercolor Pencils | Michaels
Quality erasers are a MUST so you don't smudge your artwork! I prefer white.
Erasers | Kneaded, Vinyl & More | Color: White - Michaels
I have multiple of these for creating different palettes. I like that they're compact.
Art Advantage® 18 Well Airtight Watercolor Palette Box - Michaels
This is the travel brush roll up case I use. (I'm not an Amazon affiliate).
Paint Brush Roll Up Case
This is my favorite washi tape for crisp lines!
3M Scotch® Expressions Washi Tape - Michaels
Really cute options for brush holders!
Ceramic Paint Brush Holder - Etsy
My favorite fineliners for details!
Ohuhu Fineliner Drawing Pen, 8 Pack
Micron fineliners for outlining and details.
Fineliner Pens
A non-slip cork backed ruler is perfect for those straight lines.
Different stencils for circles and other shapes are great for adding precision to your work.
Drafting Templates & Stencils - Michaels
I scan my work with an unimpressive HP Photosmart scanner/printer. I do not print my work, but it's just fine for scanning up to 8.5" x 11".
Hp Scanner - Walmart
GIMP is a great, free way to do edits to your watercolor scans. It can adjust your colors to be more realistic and has all the tools you need to remove backgrounds, erase stray pixels/mistakes, and so much more. And it's low risk - free! If you decid...
