42 Creative Gifts For Artists Who Paint & Draw

Running out of inspiration? Looking around for the next big thing to spur your creativity? Check out this practical guide to drawing simple everyday items and before you know it you’ll be sketching everything within reach.

This 3D printer fits in your pencil bag and within minutes produces mind-blowing works of three dimensional art. The limit is only your creativity (and molding medium, and an available plug).

If your world is bright and colorful, you see potential inspiration in everything, and you never tire of the process of creativity, this phone case will keep all your potential art projects fresh in your mind.

You can spend innumerable hours studying art history. You can visit every museum and gallery in the world. You can dedicate years of your life to the cultivation of your own artistic voice, but until you recognize that originality is fleeting you’ll always be a step behind the pack.

With a smiling Bob Ross mug by their side, the artist in your life will definitely feel more inspired to create. As you pour hot beverages into the mug, a happy scene will appear with Bob Ross' famous quote "We don't make mistakes. We have happy accidents." If your painter hasn't had this mug yet, it's time for you to gift them this amazing product! If your painter hasn't had this mug yet, it's time for you to get them this and maybe throw in a few creative coasters to make their space more artsy!

Six years in art school and four years of art history classes got nothin’ on this mug. Okay, that may be exaggerating, but it is pretty comprehensive…for a mug. Also, that is a long time to be in school – maybe it’s time to try a job?

Dick Blick says visual journal- I say sketch book – either way, every artist uses them, fills their pages and eventually needs a new one. This Strathmore journal has a tear away cover page, smooth, bristol paper and is perfect for pencil, ink, or water color.

Make tracing and image replication easy with this standard light table; a multi use tool that has a home in every artist’s studio. This folding model stores and travel easily; all the benefits of a bulky traditional light table with none of the heft.

This set contains everything the novice artists needs to start creating works of art. Pencils, pastels and watercolors are all here to help artistic vision flourish. And the slick case will keep everything neatly organized.

Prismacolor makes the gold standard in oil based color pencils. They are blendable, ultra bright and shatterproof. Make sure the illustrator in your life is equipped with these pencils and watch their work flourish.

These are the Dom Perignon of pen brushes. They are the absolute top of the line. if you’re filling up your moleskin with anything other than Faber Castells you’re about due to level up, and this 24 pack will set you on your way.

This ultra-vibrant acrylic paint set will keep your painter buddies busy for a while. Each tube of highly pigmented color is easily mixed with water to increase its life and the comprehensive color selection spans the whole spectrum.

Take a break from creating your own masterworks and collaborate with this psychedelic coloring book instead. Once you’ve gotten outside your head, come back to your work with fresh eyes and some seriously trippy inspiration.

Wacom tablet users are victims of a distinct phenomenon – tablet smudging. Smudges can make styluses difficult to use, can trifle with pen sensitivity, and they get exponentially worse the longer they go unchecked. Smudgeguard contains all these issues and makes tablet use much easier.

A tool as small and vital as a high quality brush cleaner and preserver will not be taken for granted. Keeping their tools in shape is a high priority! Expect at least a 12ft portrait of you and your dog in return. AT LEAST.

Show off your sartorial knowledge of color theory and vintage style with these sweet, petite studs. They literally match everything. Literally.

Has a watch-face ever been so true to an artist’s workspace? Probably not. With this watch you can wear your studio on your wrist and always be reminded of where you’d rather be – and what you should probably be cleaning.

In case you were looking for a necklace to match those color wheel earrings, this french color wheel is precisely perfect. It also literally matches everything. Literally. (En Francais; Elle correspond également à littéralement tout)

You’ll never have an issue with color theory again with this standard color wheel. With primary, secondary, tertiary, complimentary and grayscale features, it’s a tiny disc that packs a huge punch. It’s without a doubt a studio necessity.

The French easel is the defining easel of outdoor artists everywhere. Can you imagine painting busy Parisian streets on anything else? I’m not sure any other easel is even allowed beside the Seine.

After hours of sketching, painting or designing, hands can become exhausted. When your palms are stiff and your fingers are cramping up, perk up your paws with this heated massager and get back to work in no time at all.

This is a great starter kit for the young artists in your life. The acrylic paints are forgiving, blendable and dry fast, while the small selection of brushes is just what you need for those first masterstrokes.

The classically trained oil painter in your life will thank you endlessly for these super vibrant, highly pigmented oils. This 24 piece set could easily last a year or more and the spectrum of colors is very comprehensive.

When you’re done adding splashes of color to mankind, add a splash of color to your look with this delicate silver paintbrush charm. Art is life and style is living; this pendant captures both sentiments delightfully.

Students love this portable easel that has multiple supply compartments and supports a small canvas. Customize it with a stain or color of your choice – the unfinished wood is just another opportunity for creativity.

All weather notepads are a true necessity for constant sketchers living in parts of the world that experience weather. When the rain, fog, snow and ice try to keep you from sketching in the out of doors, the Rite in the Rain Notepad has got you covered. Keep this close so you could sketch instantly whenever inspiration strikes!

Everything the novice artist needs to exercise their gift. Graphite, charcoal and soft pencils are all necessities when learning to sketch and draw, so make sure the beginning artist in your life is well equipped for expression.

Any item that helps organize an artist’s workspace is celebrated. This simple tool keeps their brushes neat and visible which is an enormous feat when working with more than a few brushes at a time.

Every artist needs to be reminded to stay focused every now and again. It helps if that reminder is delivered with a strong cup of high octane coffee. This also makes an inspirational brush mug, just don’t drink the paint water.

Fans of vintage jewelry and retro iconography will swoon for this little palette charm necklace. Wearing this antique inspired piece will let everyone around know that the wearer is a true arteest.

Pantone Universe is making every designer, artist or generally creative person salivate with their pure color fantasies. This watch, in one of 2016’s colors of the year, is no exception. It’s the perfect statement piece for the colorful, creative character in your life.

When looking for that perfect something for the modern, design-minded individual in your life, this stylish stylus will fit the bill. It’s compact, sleek, and comes complete with a charging unit /carrying case. Also, how fun is it to say, “stylish stylus?”

What is a better gift for artist than this unique waterproof curtain with a seamless combination of Van Gogh Starry Night & The Great Wave painting.

Though watercolor pans are great, this Dr. Ph. Martin's set is an amazing choice for painters who love vibrant pigments. Each bottle comes with a dropper for easy mixing and control. Hands down one of the best gifts for painters!

This set of 10 8ml tubes are many artists' favorite for their great quality and affordable pricing. These travel well and will last the artist in your life for years, and they could always buy individual tubes later when they run out!

This basic paint brush set comes with a nice range of brushes that are good for both acrylic and watercolor. Delicate but sturdy bristles make for excellent water control and smooth application. Great as a starter set for your artist friend!

For botanical illustrators and professionals who love working on soft surface, this hot-pressed watercolor paper block from Arches will keep them very satisfied. Its smooth surface with satin grain means there are very little texture, which allows for better precision and finer details.

This enamel pin is one of the most adorable painter gifts! Don't you wish paint water is this pretty? Get this with the sketchbook pin for them this Christmas! Your artist buddy could display it on their bag or clothes and smile every time she looks at it.

If your artist is into digital drawing, a paperlike screen protector for her Ipad Pro is a must. Drawing and writing feel really nice with this paper texture film. It works perfectly with the Apple Pencil, saving your creative person a lot of time and resources, especially when they're working on calligraphy projects!

This apron comes with many pockets so your painters could put their pens, paintbrushes and pretty much everything in there while painting.

Udemy is a great platform for digital learning. There are hundreds of great drawing and painting tutorials available which come with amazing student reviews. Better yet, all courses come with a 30 day refund so if they don't find one suitable they could always get a refund or get another course.