The 12cmx12cm is a perfect sketchbook for your creative friend! Less than $10! It’s my go to everyday carry! Small and discreet! Pencil, maker, watercolor! The paper here has enough weight for most mediums!
Talens Art Creation Sketchbook
A tried and true! You can never have too many sketchbooks! Slightly more expensive sketchbook that can be found cheaper on Amazon! I have like a dozen 5”x8” ones!
Moleskine Art Plus Sketchbook
A friend from my trip to Crete introduced me to these kids tempera paint sticks and I’ve been coloring like a kindergartener ever since! Trust me on this one!
Tempera Paint Sticks
This toolbox isn’t cheap but it is elite! I keep all my art supplies in it! Durable and will last forever!
Trusco ST-350-B 2-Level Toolbox
Affordable set of color pencils!
Explore Colored Pencils
Your friend probably has these already and if they don’t. Do them a favor! These are archival ink so their art will live forever!
Pigma Micron
A 6pc set will run you about $35 but your artist friend who colors will love you. A cheaper alternative is Ohuhu markers
Copic Sketch Markers
The ever so popular stationary bag! If your friend uses watercolor, get them the water-resistant version!
Delfonics Organizer Bags
If you have a friend who paints, get them these nicer gouache paints as an upgrade! A cheaper alternative is Himi gouache!
Artist Gouache Paint
I bought this premium sharper simply because it’s nice and I was influenced. It’s a nice to have! Sharpens all my pencils real good!
Sharpeners & Accessories
Buy your painterly friend some brushes! These are great quality for the price!
Winsor & Newton Cotman Short Handle Brushes Set 4
I got these recently and have enjoyed using markers again! Affordable and great for coloring!
Tombow Dual Brush Pen Markers Set
If you have a friend who loves comics or into inking their sketches, this is great ink!
For the digital artist friend in your life! This stand is needed for your friend’s neck hump. Gift them with a more ergonomic setup!
Anker 551 USB-C Hub (8-in-1, Tablet Stand)
Makes the digital art experience more analog! This makes for smoother and less noisy drawing!
Paperlike's iPad Screen Protector
Adding a little case for the Apple Pencil is a nice touch! More grip and easier on the hands!
Cute Apple Pencil Cases
Give your Apple Pencil an aesthetic upgrade! I personally like to draw with these nibs more than the traditional ones!
3 Pack Replacement Tips for Apple Pencil Pro/2nd
Photography
Get in real close *snaps*
If you have a friend who is into film photography in this economy…well film ain’t cheap and I’m sure they would appreciate your support for their insanely expensive creative endeavors!
Kodak colorplus film 200 (pack of 3)
This is the most versatile, compact, portable camera tripod I have ever owned. It’s sturdy. It makes getting that video or photo on the go super easy.
SmallRig VT-20 20" Aluminum Mini Tripod
A nice to have to travel with a couple rolls of film!
KODAK Film Case
If your friend doesn’t have this on a camera that can use a soft shutter release, get them this! It’s small, affordable and adds just a little bit of personality!
The Starry Night Camera Hot Shoe Cover, & Soft Shutter Button
