15 Gifts for Artists

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Finding is good gift for an artist is hard and likely requires a decent understanding of their artistic practice and they supplies they need. To assist you in this endeavor, I've created a list from my personal collection and wishlist of supplies and accessories your painter friend/family/partner will enjoy.

Items I know and love

Brush Holder

I received this as a gift from my brother and law and use it everytime I paint. Buy on Amazon

Stabilo Pens

I have these Stabilo Pens in random colors (olive green, navy blue, ...) and I love them. I like to use them for contour drawings. I like the feel and the look. Buy a set or pick out some unique colors you think they'll like Buy on Amazon Buy on Blick

Daily Rituals Women at Work

Not just for painters, but for any artist. Showing that an artists have been creating masterpiece through daily grind or through bursts of inspiration. Buy on Amazon

Easel

This could be a great gift. My husband got me one for my birthday. Before this, I was working on the floor leaning canvases against the wall. Gotta be sure that they have the space. Buy on Blick

Travel Easel

Great work painting outdoors or anywhere in your home. I've used mine mostly around the house and on some adventures. Buy on Blick

Easel light

Great work painting outdoors or anywhere in your home. I've used mine mostly around the house and on some adventures. Buy on Amazon

Phone Holder

I have one of these and I use it all of the time. Great for Painters who don't have a printer or don't want to print out their reference picture. Buy on Amazon

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Great Drawing Book that drawers of all levels can enjoy. I still reference my copy from time to time Buy on Amazon

Itoya Portfolio Bag

I love the look and feel of this bag. I have it in gray. Keeps my sketches flat and uncreased. Buy on Blick Buy on Amazon

Folding Stool

I love the look. I like that I can fold it away. And I like sitting on it while I paint. Is it a chair you're going to love sitting in all day everyday? Not really. tbh not the comfiest, but I still like it Buy on Blick

Blick Gift Card

Give them the gift of choice :). Buy on Blick

If you want to start your painting journey, I've put together a list of all my go to supplies to get you started.

My wishlist

My husband believes the best gifts are the things you want, but would never buy for yourself.

Hardwood Manikin

Great Drawing Book that drawers of all levels can enjoy. I still reference my copy from time to time Buy on Amazon Buy on Blick

Tube Wringer

This has been something I've always wanted, but for some reason haven't gotten myself one yet. Buy on Blick Buy on Amazon

Brush Organizer

I personally do not own one of these made out of bamboo (I have a cloth one), but I have been tempted to get them Buy on Blick

Art Bin

Help them organize their supplies. Especially great for in person art classes and easily bringing everything to class Buy on Blick

Apron

This will protect their normal clothes and put them in the painting state of mind Buy on Blick

Basic Supplies

Basic supplies always make a good gift to replenish or encourage exploration. I've put together a list of all my go to supplies.

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