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Essential Supplies for Digital Artists ✍️
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Nichole Renee
As a long-time digital artist, here are some of my go-to products to use when creating.
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I've used this display tablet for 5 years and it's been so reliable. Gorgeous display quality. Check out their seasonal sales!
Artist 15.6 Pro Graphics Display Drawing Tablet | XPPen US Official Store
Comfortable stylus for XP Pen tablets. Double check which models they're compatible with!
Stylus Pen for Drawing Tablets
Replacement nibs for XP Pen styluses. I like to keep extras for when mine wear down
Replacement Nibs for Tablet Pen | XPPen US Official Store
Great affordable non-display tablet for beginners. I used mine for a long time before switching to display tablets.
Wacom Intuos: Creative Pen Tablet
Another good display tablet option, reliable brand
Huion Kamvas 13 Digital Drawing Pen Display for Beginners
I use an older model, but these are good affordable options if you prefer a handheld tablet.
Samsung Galaxy Tablets: Mobile & Computer Tablets | Samsung US
I use a Dell and I've had good experiences with them. Able to handle drawing software without crashing.
Laptop Computers | Dell USA
THE BEST drawing software. Ever. Especially for illustration and comics.
Clip Studio Paint
I use pencil grips for my Android tablet pen, really helps with strain and carpal tunnel.
Pencil Grips
A tablet stand is a must when using display tablets. Puts your tablet at an angle so you aren't slouching as much.
Stand Holder for Pen Tablet | XPPen US Official Store
An ergonomic chair is important when drawing for hours on end. Protect your back!
Ergonomic Office Chairs
Great if you use your phone to look at reference photos.
Cell Phone Stand
Prevents smearing on your display screen and helps your hand glide smoothly over the surface
Wacom Drawing Glove
Another good option for a drawing glove.
Artist Drawing Glove
Us artists tend to have terrible sitting posture. These help keep your back healthy when sitting for a long time.
Shop Lumbar Pillows & Seat Supports
Protect your eyes from the harsh computer screen by filtering out blue light.
Blue Light Glasses
Protects your tablet screen and prevents glare.
Matte Anti-Glare Screen Protectors Protective Film for drawing tablets
Works great for cleaning off tablet screens.
Lens Cleaning Cloth
Another good option for reliable laptops.
HP Laptops: HP Notebook Computers
User-friendly 3D Modeling software. Ive seen my friends make some really cool stuff with this
Download — blender.org
Reasonably priced 3D printers if you're into 3D modelling. Theyve got some good sales, too.
3D Printers | Bambu Lab US Store
