Figuring out the materials, tools and supplies you need can be tricky. That’s why our product guides present a range of options to ponder when making your purchase while also giving honest advice on what will best suit your needs, taking into account cost-effectiveness, quality and ease of use. Let us help equip you with exactly what’s right for YOU!
Our product picks are based solely on our expert editorial opinion and we always let you know when something’s sponsored. When brands send us products, you can trust that the reviews and recommendations come from honest experience.
- Studio Staples: Essential Equipment for Online Sales
Discover how the right equipment can elevate your online portfolio and maximize your reach to potential buyers, curators, and gallerists. - Varnishing for Oil Painters: A Simple Guide
Understand the fundamentals, various types, application, removal, and necessary tools for varnishing. - All in for Aluminum with NEW Legion Aluminum Panels
… - The Essential Toolkit for DIY Picture Framing
Whether you’re mounting a piece for display or preparing your artwork for exhibition, these tools will make smaller framing tasks quick, easy, and affordable. - Gear Up! 5 Accessories to Enhance Your Plein Air Painting
When it comes to plein air painting, having the right tools and accessories are essential for navigating the challenge of painting outdoors. - On the Shelf – 3 Books on Creative Self-Discovery
Three books that deliver fresh inspiration and insight on your artistic journey. - A Simple Guide for Stretching Your Own Canvas
Enjoy the satisfaction of stretching your own canvas in this quick and easy guide. Learn the basics of canvas, stretchers, and grounds. - 5 Things That Changed My Creative Process
… - Testing the Limits
… - Paper-Palooza!
… - A Less Wasteful Art: Collecting Pastel Pigment
… - The Zorn Palette: Unexpected Paints for Realistic Skin Tones
… - A Beautiful Base: Prismacolor Pencils Meets NOOD Paint Thinner
… - Proper Brush Storage: Get Rid of That Coffee Can!
… - What the Heck Is Gesso? A Primer on Primers
Gesso and its use can stump beginner artists. This article explains the ins and outs of gesso and its role in acrylic painting. - When the Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary
Wayne Jiang combines acrylic paint and careful observation to create beautiful, meaningful art that displays a reverence for common objects and everyday life. - The .ART of Community: Introducing Odyssey Magazine
.ART is more than just a domain registry and has launched .ART Odyssey Magazine to support the creative community by offering a comprehensive guide to the future of art through essays, interviews, and practical advice in specialized sections like ART & THE FUTURE, ART THERAPY, and SURVIVAL TACTICS, catering to a diverse audience of artists, creatives, and tech-savvy art entrepreneurs. - Nourish the Artist Within
… - Best Amazon Prime Day Arts & Crafts Deals
These are our picks for best Art, Craft & Sewing deals for Amazon Prime Day 2023 - Ballpoint Basics: Drawing With Ballpoint Pens
Discover the joy of drawing with ballpoint pen and find the best ballpoint pens for drawing and incorporating into your artwork. - McCracken Black: The Perfect Black Paint?
Laurin McCracken discusses the best black watercolor paint, McCracken Black, a color created by Daniel Smith to his specifications. - Grab and Go: Using Gouache for Plein Air
… - Organize Your Palette With The Painter’s Color Diary
Exclusive to Jerry’s, The Painter’s Color Diary is specifically designed to help painters record color and pigment information for future reference. - Watercolor Painting FAQ: Brushes, Paints and More
In this snippet, Laurin McCracken shares the answers to some common watercolor painting questions regarding the materials he uses. - 10 Reasons to Try Fluid Acrylics
Daler-Rowney Fluid Acrylic Paints offer a combination of vibrant colors, versatility, and ease of use that can enhance an artist’s creative process. - This is the Growth You’re Looking For: Acrylic and Mixed Media Painting Workshops
If you’re stuck in a rut, your progress has plateaued, or are simply frustrated by the pace of your progress, the best way to give yourself a boost is by attending an art workshop - Essential Workshops for Realist Painters
Whether you want to paint portraits, landscapes, still lifes, or animals, these workshops give you the support you need to advance your work. - 5 Top-Rated Books on Western & Native American Art
Here are 5 top-rated books that explore the expansive world Western American art. - A Secret Weapon for Underpainting
Steven Walker has a secret weapon for his underpainting process. Use this tool to help create the perfect underpainting for your oil painting! - Oil Painting Mediums: What to Know
Try this oil painting medium to improve your oil paintings with more fluid brushwork and a balanced sheen - The Brush Does the Work: Painting Watercolor Flowers
Jenna Rainey’s floral watercolors impress with her brushstroke techniques and new Princeton “Blooms” watercolor brush. - Artists Network 2nd Annual Readers’ Choice Awards
Featuring 56 categories from the best tools in oil, pastel, drawing, watercolor and acrylic media to the best outdoor easel and even an unsurpassed soap for artists—our Readers’ Choice Awards are a wish list for creatives at all levels. - Pan Pastels: Watercolor’s Secret Weapon
Johannes Vloothuis uses PanPastels as a secret weapon for watercolor painting. Add details and create an atmosphere with these pigments! - Give Alkyd Paints and Water-Soluble Oils a Try!
Johannes Vloothuis recommends painting with water-soluble oils and alkyd paints for quick, vibrant, and easy professional results. - An Essential Tool for Stretching Watercolor Paper
This tool makes stretching watercolor paper easy! - Are Art Markers an Overlooked Medium?
Art markers are often considered a versatile and accessible artistic medium that can be used by both professionals and amateurs alike. - 5 Great Plein Air Painting Books
Discover inspiration, expert tips and guidance for painting landscapes in nature with these five plein air painting books. Explore your creativity outdoors and create beautiful works of art! - Gouache, a Beginner’s Guide
Find out what gouache is and how to use it, along with tips on the different brands and types available. Get ready to become a master of gouache painting! - 5 Graduation Gifts For Artists
Graduation season is around the corner and you’re looking for a special gift for the artist in your life? We have five great ideas that any artsy graduate will love! - Great Gifts for the Artsy Mother on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is coming up and if there’s an artsy mother you’re shopping for, we’ve got you covered! - 5 Tools For Sketching Quickly
Sketch quickly with these common tools used by courtroom sketch artists! - Our Brains on Art: 5 Books on Art and Science
Ignite your creativity, reduce stress, and satisfy your curiosity with these 5 books that explore the mind-body connection of art! - Pastel Papers for Beginners
Looking for pastel papers for beginners? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy! - Five Essentials for Getting Started in Encaustics
Getting started with encaustics? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy! - A Beginner’s Guide to Watercolor Paper and Canvas
Not sure what watercolor paper is the best to buy? Here’s what you need to know! - 5 Books on Abstract Artists Everyone Should Know
Discover the lives and works of abstract artists with these five must-read books. - A Beginner’s Guide to Artist’s Drawing Paper
Not sure what artists drawing paper to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend. - 5 Easy Steps for Blending in Oils
Improve your painting practice by painting this Corot master copy. - Master Composition with These Five Art Books!
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists. - Five Art Books for the Creative Life
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists. - Best Scanners for Artwork
Looking for the best digital scanners to scan your artwork? Here are our top 3 for scanning your art! - Great Grey: Oil Paints for the Right Tone
These are the best oil paints for mixing the perfect grey. If you’re struggling to mix neutral tones and to control temperature, start here! - Artist’s Graphite Pencils, A Beginner’s Guide
Not sure what artists graphite pencils to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend. - 5 Art Studio Products I HAVE to Try!
I’ve discovered five amazing finds that are just itching to be explored! It’s time to share- what artistic goodies would you add to your own workspace? - Artists Magazine Reading List – Great Art Books of 2022
Check out our list of the notable art books of 2022 that are sure to inspire artists of all levels. From beginners to experts, these art books will help you improve your skills and learn new techniques. - Tools for Improving Composition
Mastering composition can be a challenge. Nothing beats repeated work and intentional practice, but these tools can be a big help! - Helpful Tools for Mastering Value
To assist you in your mastery over values, here are 4 tools into integrate into your process. - 5 Great Tools for Creating Texture in your Work
Unleash the power of your creativity by exploring new tools and techniques! We’ve pulled together a list of 5 tools to consider adding to your studio. - Just for Fun | Unique Gift Ideas for Artists
Looking for unique gifts for the artist in the family? We’ve found fun, practical, inspiring, and unique gift ideas that are sure to be a hit! - An Artist’s Wish List | Gift Ideas from Big to Small
If you’re an artist looking for items to put on your list, or looking to give a gift for an artist in the family, here are some ideas! - Getting Started with Water-Soluble Graphite
Get started working with water-soluble graphite. Here’s what you need to know about the medium, including demos. - Shake Up Your Watercolors with Toned Paper
… - Must-Have Colors of 7 Master Painters
Check out the must-have color for seven master watercolor artists and you, too, can be on your way to finding your own personal must have!
Product Sneak Peeks