Derwent pencils have been my go-to graphite pencils for over fifteen years. I learned how to draw using these pencils and still love to use them to this day.
Pencils - Derwent
Bristol paper is one of my favorites for media like graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, pen, and alcohol markers. Strathmore is a great option.
Bristol Paper
Another fantastic Bristol paper option
XL® Bristol
Although they’re expensive, the main reason I love these pens is that they don’t run with water
Sketching and Drawing Pens, Copic Multiliner - COPIC Official Website
Classic high quality colored pencils that blend well and work great with other media.
Explore Colored Pencils
Learning to use Copic markers has been some of the most fun I’ve had with my art. They blend beautifully and come in every color you can think of. They’re definitely a bit more premium, but I love them.
Copic Markers | Official US Site and Store | Create with Copic
Like Copics, Ohuhu’s are a great alcohol marker option. They’re vibrant and blend so well. They make drawing just plain fun.
Markers
Painting - Mediums, Brushes, Paper
Gouache that dries like acrylic paint!
Acrylic Gouache
Very high end watercolor paper - there are cheaper options, but Arches is extremely high quality.
ARCHES Aquarelle
Digital Recs
My iPad is one of my most favorite art tools I’ve ever bought. The possibilities are endless and I cannot recommend it enough.
iPad Pro
A great screen tablet for artists. Huion is helping to level the playing field by creating some stellar tablets. I love my Huion Kamvas and would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a more stationary option.
Kamvas 16 (2021) graphic pen display for beginners
