Category: Materials and Tools

Art evolves with time, and this includes the instruments artists utilize. In the current landscape, technology significantly influences art. Technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning assist in identifying market trends, yet they cannot fully replicate the distinct magic human creativity brings to art creation. Envision immersing yourself into your artwork with virtual…

Creating a portable art kit lets you draw anywhere, anytime. This solves two big problems: not having enough time and feeling overwhelmed by too many choices of supplies. In this guide, you’ll learn what to put in your kit, like the Hobonichi Techo Original Book or Moleskine 365 for sketching, drawing pencils with erasers, colorful…

Keeping your drawing tools and materials organized is like solving a fun puzzle. You need smart ideas to keep everything in order, especially if you love art as much as Becca does. She’s an art supply fan who has seen her collection grow because of her booming art business. Her tips can help you find…

Artists use lots of different materials, some of which can be harmful. To stay safe, wearing the right protective gear is a must. This means items like gloves, masks, and special clothes that keep you from getting hurt by chemicals or sharp objects. For example, nitrile gloves are better than latex ones because they protect…

Recycling and making your art supplies last longer is a smart move. Cathy Johnson from Sketchbook Skool says you only need something to draw with and on. This idea helps us think about reducing, reusing, and remaking our art stuff. You can use what you have in cool new ways, like painting with coffee or…

Art supplies come in all shapes and sizes. But did you know they can also be good or bad for the planet? This guide will help you pick art tools that are kind to Earth. It means choosing products that don’t harm our world or animals. Some companies, like Canson®, work hard to cut down…

Ink bleeding on paper can mess up your work. This happens when ink flows where it shouldn’t – sometimes through the paper or onto another sheet. Good papers, like Bristol and Marker ones, fight this problem better. They get tested for how well they stop feathering, which is slightly different from bleeding but just as…

Setting up the right light for drawing can make a huge difference. Think of your art studio as a stage, and the lighting is key to how well the show goes. Good light shows true colors and keeps your eyes from getting tired. We need to talk about things like color temperature – that’s how…

Brush pens are cool tools for making art. They come in different types, like felt tip and bristle tip. These pens are great for ink drawings and watercolor effects. If you’re new, you might like hard tip brush pens because they’re easy to control. But if you’ve been drawing for a while, you could try…

Acrylic markers bring a new twist to art. They are pens filled with acrylic paint, and artists use them for drawing and adding details in mixed media art. These markers come with tips of different sizes. That means you can get really detailed or cover big spaces quickly. You have many colors to choose from,…