I love the quality of these markers - they are so close to Copic-levels of quality, but way more affordable. I got the original 96 count, and now I'm working on getting to 144!
Blick Studio Brush Markers and Sets | BLICK Art Materials
I don't even know how many of these pens I've gone through. They are the most perfect inking pens I've ever used, seriously!
Fudenosuke Brush Pens | Art Markers & Colors
I recommend every artist has a few of these! I usually use the Staetler pencils, but any brand really will do!
The Best Non-Photo Blue Pencils and Pens
Another essential for sketchers and pencil artists, the kneaded eraser. Not only great for easing mistakes, but super fun to play with, too!
Faber-Castell Kneadable Artist Eraser Case
I mostly use whatever pencils I have in front of me, but Faber Castell's pencils have always been the nicest and most comfortable to use.
I started using these years ago, and I still use the black one for my go to when I need to fill in an area quickly on a drawing. I love their pliable feel!
Dual Brush Pen Art Markers | 108 Colors
I always have a few of these on hand! Great for spot touch ups and highlighting your art!
Gelly Roll Classic
I love the whole line of Intensity pens, they're great when you're journaling, planning or drawing and you just want a pop of color!
BIC Intensity Fine Point, Permanent Marker
Digital Artwork
I don't know how I managed to do digital art before I got my XP Pen, but it's changed the game so much for me. It's affordable and reliable, and does a great job!
Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) Pen Display Tablet | XPPen US Official Store
Clip Studio Paint is one of those programs that does absolutely everything I need it to do, plus so much more that I didn't know I needed. I'm still finding things out it years later. If you're a comic artist, this is absolutely essential! But it's a...
Clip Studio Paint
Another essential tool for digital artists. Don't forget your drawing glove!
