Christmas Gift Guide for Artists 2025

Finding the perfect Christmas gift for an artist can be tricky. Artists appreciate more than just supplies — they value inspiration, comfort, and tools that support their creative flow. Whether you’re shopping for a painter, mural artist, or mixed‑media creator, this guide has something for every kind of creative. Here are some of my favourite tools and studio essentials that make wonderful gifts.

1. High‑Quality Paints and Inks

Artists always appreciate premium materials. A professional-grade set of paints, inks or markers can elevate their work.

• Posca PC‑5M Markers: Excellent for bold mark‑making, murals, illustration and mixed media.

• KINSPORY 139‑Pack Art Kit: A generous set of art supplies for an all‑round creative boost.

• Montana Spray Paint: Great variety to support exploration and experimentation.

2. Sketchbooks and Journals

Every artist needs somewhere to capture ideas. A well‑chosen sketchbook invites experimentation and daily practice.

• 143‑Piece Deluxe Art Set: (Yes I know this is more than just a sketchbook, but it includes paper, pads, tools — so excellent value.)

• Consider local Aussie brands like Derivan or Jasart for high‑quality mixed‑media paper and journal pads.

• Grab a nice hardcover dot grid book for the creative in your life to turn into a bullet journal

• Then you need a pack of amazing pens to go with that bullet journal

• Don't forget the Creative Business Development Workbook - designed and used by me (and many other creatives).

3. Studio Tools and Accessories

Upgrading the workspace can make a big difference to productivity and enjoyment.

• A quality daylight easel lamp helps to create true-to-life colours on your canvas.

• A rolling utility cart or shelving unit for supplies (suitable for smaller home studios).

• A durable studio apron that also looks professional for open‑studio events.

• Zibra brushes are fast becoming most muralists 'go to' brush

4. Creative Tech for Artists

Many artists today work across traditional and digital mediums. These items make perfect gifts for the hybrid creative.

• An iPad and Apple Pencil if they do digital work.

• A Meta Quest 3 Virtual Reality Headset so they can transfer their artwork to walls easily and quickly!

• A ring light or photography lighting kit — useful for photographing work, filming timelapses or doing social content.

• A portable power bank for those doing mural work or painting off‑site.

5. Gifts for Comfort and Creativity

Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that support rest, inspiration and well‑being.

• Bose QuietComfort SC Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (for studio focus or relaxing music while working).

• Neon light strips for the studio.

• An ergonomic kneeling chair - this is the exact one I have, but I recovered the fabric to make it more fun.

• Draw organisers - For the creative that loves organisation and a clean and tidy studio.

• An ergonomic sit stand desk

6. Stocking Stuffers for Artists

Small, affordable gifts that almost any artist will love.

• Energel 0.5 fine line pen from Pentel. By far my favorite pen in the world - just ask me and I'll talk about it for hours!

• Glitter washi tape for making everything look a little prettier.

• Fun art‑themed enamel pins.

Art supplies and creative tools will always be appreciated, but the best gifts show you understand and support their creative journey. Whether you go practical or inspirational, each item above can help an artist feel valued and ready to create.

If you’re an artist yourself, consider this your permission slip to treat yourself — you deserve tools and supplies that help you create with confidence and ease.

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