Sketching

These are the smoothest color pencils you will ever work with.  They are great for crosshatching, gradations, washes and blending; perfect for mixed media applications; excellent luminance and opaqueness.  Perfect  for professional...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.   The Blackwing One-Step Long Point Sharpener creates a long, curved point that looks beautiful and resists breakage. Its compact design is small enough to fit in the palm of...

Whether you need a pencil for a sketching, graphic work or drafting, this selection of fine Japanese pencils will do the job!  Our selection includes makers with a long history in the world of pencils.   This set of 6  includes: The...

Practical and simple for everyday use whether doing your homework or marking a piece of wood to cut, these American made pencils do it all! We have selected two from Musgrave, a family-owned, 100-year-old pencil factory located in Tennessee that prides...

Whether you need a pencil for a sketching, graphic work or drafting, this selection of fine European pencils will do the job!  Our selection includes makers with a long history in the world of pencils.  And some have worked hard to settle the...

The end of boring notebooks! Nuuna notebooks at times are loud, at other times quiet, but never boring, and always well thought out.  These notebooks are bound in soft recycled leather, metallic artificial leather, or jeans label material. Truly...

The end of boring notebooks! Nuuna notebooks at times are loud, at other times quiet, but never boring, and always well thought out.  These notebooks are bound in soft recycled leather, metallic artificial leather, or jeans label material. Truly...

The end of boring notebooks! Nuuna notebooks at times are loud, at other times quiet, but never boring, and always well thought out.  These notebooks are bound in soft recycled leather, metallic artificial leather, or jeans label material. Truly...

This set of 6 cool retro vibe HB pencils from Japan will elevate your status in the office or the schoolroom!   As noted on the pencil barrel, these pencils provide "New, Useful Quality" and" Standard Fun".  Six barrel colors include...

The Caran d 'Ache rotary pencil sharpener is a classic for the desk!  For more than 80 years, its precision of execution, robustness  and design has appealed to generations of pencil lovers.  On an office table, a school desk or home, it...

Create everything from beautifully fine-detailed drawings to spontaneous, expressive sketches with these versatile, high-quality pencils. Ideal for capturing movement or inspiration on the go. The classic charcoal and graphite pencils included in the...

The Posca marker is ideal for many audiences: artists and creative professionals such as architects and agencies; lovers of creative leisure and home décor; customization enthusiasts such as surfers and skaters. By its ease of use, it is also an ideal...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  The Blackwing Rustic Boxed Mixed Set is the perfect gift for the Renaissance Person -- penning a novel like John Steinbeck, drawing a cartoon as did Chuck Jones or composing music...

The perfect art set for taking your art to the next level!  Whether your are new or honing your skills, this set has everything you need.    Presented in a storage box to keep everything together.  A unique gift for artists...

The Zuan sketchbook from Maruman Japan is ideal for sketching and drawing. The spiral binding means your sketchbook will open perfectly flat.   Founded in 1920, Maruman has been developing and producing notebooks, sketchbooks, binders, loose leaf...

The Zuan sketchbook from Maruman Japan is ideal for sketching and drawing. The spiral binding means your sketchbook will open perfectly flat.   Founded in 1920, Maruman has been developing and producing notebooks, sketchbooks, binders, loose leaf...

Experience the pleasure of drawing! This blank, unruled notebook can be enjoyed any way you please, so fill it with all your ideas and sketches.  The F size canvas is the perfect fit for drawing leaves or other pieces of larger motifs...

Don't worry about making a mistake, smudge or smear, that's what makes drawing with a pencil so much fun! The Midori pencil's standard honeycomb-shaped body makes it easy to hold with the thumb, index finger and middle finger.  Each pencil pencil...

Many people say they can't draw, but everyone can. Still Life Drawing reminds us that putting pen to paper is a simple pleasure, available to anyone. And when it comes to combining colors, playing with pattern and  exploring shapes, there are no...

Use this fun, pliable eraser to erase graphite, chalk, pastel and charcoal pencils.  This Lyra Kneadable Eraser is ideal to erase mistakes, soften or lighten harsh lines and to create color blending effects in your masterpieces.  And you can...

Using hand marbled papers, local Philadelphia maker BookGrrl Bindery, creates one of kind sketchbooks for your own great works of art.  Each sketchbook is hand bound and contains blank drawing paper.   BookGrrl Bindery is a staple of...

"All you can write is what you see.”                           On February 23, 1940, Woody Guthrie scribbled these words at the...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.   Be ready when inspiration strikes with the Blackwing Slate notebook! Blackwing Slate was designed to be the ultimate Blackwing pencil companion. Each notebook features...

 The Scout Plein Air Box was inspired by Peg and Awl's endeavor to make art every day.   This pochade box compactly secures all of your essential art supplies for painting outdoors. Fill your box with your favorite colors, paintbrushes, and...

The Scout Plein Air Box was inspired by Peg and Awl's endeavor to make art every day.   This pochade box compactly secures all of your essential art supplies for painting outdoors. Fill your box with your favorite colors, paintbrushes, and...

This happy journal features 10 bright colors, each with its own shade of creative inspiration. With ten different colors of paper and plenty of room to record Rosy Outlooks, Evergreen Observations, Sunny Thoughts, and more, the sky's the...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  Designed for people seeking creative balance away from the daily grind, each Blackwing Colors pencil features a unique soft and smooth color core designed specifically for...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  This set of twelve high-quality graphite pencils comes in a beautiful natural finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  This set of twelve high-quality graphite pencils comes in a beautiful matte white finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  Blackwing pencils were favored by many Oscar, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize winners throughout the 20th century. After they were discontinued, fans began paying as much as $40 per...

 "Measure twice: cut once" and at the same time educate yourself on the timeline of the world's greatest artists and rulers.  Ruler has both inches and centimeters on one side.  12" x 1" Wood Made in the USA

This is the sketchpad that does it all! Strathmore Mixed Media pads combine true wet media performance and dry media finish for a complete range of mixed media applications. They have combined the characteristics of watercolor paper and the finish of a...

This Seed For Color eraser is perfect for erasing colored pencils and soft graphite pencils. To use, start with light pressure and gradually increase the pressure until the lead is erased.  Seed Co., Ltd., Japan, dates back to 1915 and created the...

Made in collaboration with a Japanese historical and experienced calligraphy brush maker. The brush is so soft that you find it very comfortable every time you draw fine lines and color, which is the unique characteristic of these brush writers. Penco is...

Write anytime, anywhere with this compact pencil as a companion on your life trip.  The BRASS writing instruments range is made in Japan by experienced craftspeople at a small press factory in Japan. The limited-edition Factory Green color was...

The perfect model -- doesn't talk while your working and has no hourly rate!    A great reference tool for sketching and drawing, this manikin has movable arms, legs and joints to help you capture the human form.  Mounted on a display...

Create stunning, shimmering illustrations, drawings, handmade cards and messages!   Give your artwork the "Midas" touch creating vivid and striking metallic effects, particularly on black paper.  The easy grip makes the pencil glide across...

Bring Japanese flowers to life when sketching with and sharpening these pencils made in Japan. The Hana Flower pencils were designed by Trinus as a beautiful, eco-friendly alternative to traditional coloring pencils. Their shavings are as lovely as...

A unique notebook with a flexible and tough plastic cover and 5mm grid pages. The sheets are thread-bound so the notebook opens, which makes the act of writing much more smooth.  The A7 size is great to keep in your pocket for quick access to notes...

Office School Home -- it is all the same place now for most of us!  This hexagonal shaped mechanical pencil is the most comfortable you will hold.  Japanese-made lead of type B (European standard) and it also comes with a sharpener.  Lead...

An eraser for someone who uses both pen and pencils -- and makes a few mistakes that need clean up!  The MONO Sand and Rubber eraser is made from a mixture of sand and rubber which can be used to erase pencil as well as ink markings including pen,...

Try anything, make mistakes and let the Mono Dust Catch do exactly what it says it does! Eraser residue sticks to the eraser preventing small eraser bits being left behind to damage illustrations, designs or technical drawings.  The eraser’s...

Create your own works of art on these square tiles that are sized for pattern drawing.  But don't think inside the tile, use them for whatever your artistic mind and hand feels! The 300 Series from Strathmore contain better quality paper for quick...

Artist trading cards (ATCs) is a conceptual art project initiated by the Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann in 1997. He called it a Collaborative Cultural Performance. Artist trading cards are 2 1⁄2 by 3 1⁄2 inches (64 mm × 89 mm) in size,...

Create beautiful watercolor effects with this easy to use set.  Perfect for the beginner or amateur artist.  Gouache has a long history in art going back 1200 years.  Today it is used most consistently by commercial artists for...

Buy the full library and save $20.00 (that's one pad free!). Create a library archive of your work.  Each pad comes with a protective sleeve and can be stored upright on a bookshelf.  The pads are color coded according to paper finish and...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child. SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents in...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.  SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents in...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.  SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents in...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.   SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.  SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents in...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.  SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents in...

 As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.   SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your...

 As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.   SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.   SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents...

As an artist once told me, it is important to exercise your hand everyday and she has kept a library of her sketchbooks since she was a child.   SMLT Authentic Sketch pads for various drawing techniques are the perfect pads to develop your talents...

Created by Philadelphia makers Peg and Awl, our desk caddy is great for those with more than a few stray pencils and pens.  The range of holes will hold all your desk needs: rulers, scissors, and more.  Added inspiration comes from Rodin who...

This set is perfect for the amateur to the seasoned artist for everyday use in drawing, drafting or sketching.  These professional quality drawing pencils are crafted with the highest quality materials. Extra-refined, high density graphite encased...

Embrace and create with the most vibrant brush marker palette possible from Winsor Newton! The 12 shades can be used with the free colorless Blender to explore graduated tones or more muted shades. These 12 vibrant colors were specifically curated to...

"Pasta" are fun to write or draw with. Feels like a crayon, but because it's water based it's a lot less messy than oil pastels or wax based crayons.  They don't smudge much once they're down on the page.  Introduced by Kokuyo Colors, "Pasta"...

The Zap Book has a multitude of uses - as a simple sketchbook, for detailed drawings and also for taking notes. Manufactured using recycled paper and featuring simple, colorful covers, these books are eminently practical and fit easily in the pocket...

"I'm not writing it down to remember it later.  I'm writing it down to remember it now." Field Notes Limited Edition for the Fall of 2020 is the “United States of Letterpress,” which celebrates the work of nine independent letterpress shops...

A sharpened sword for the trusty pencil!  This knight stands tall and keeps your pencils sharpened as you head into battle for a written exam, sketch out ideas for a project or maybe just doodling during the meeting.   4" x 2" x 1.75" ...

Named for New York's famous SoHo district, Maruman Soho sketchbooks are perfect for sketching and water color at home or out in the urban jungle.  Its glue binding lets you pull out finished pages cleanly and easily.  70 pages Heavyweight...

Writing "War and Peace Volume II"?  No fears as this set of refills for the OHTO Wood Mechanical Sharp Pencil will keep you going strong.  Since 1929, OHTO has been creating unique writing utensils earning the moniker "Japanese Writing Power"...

If you make a few more mistakes than normal, no worries, have at the ready these pink rubber eraser replacements for your OHTO Wood Mechanical Sharp Pencil 2.0.  And it is an essential part too as the lead is dispensed by clicking the eraser...

The pencil with more -- the body resembles a traditional wooden pencil with a genuine wooden outer body and topped with a pink rubber eraser.  But the operation is mechanical, and lead is dispensed by clicking the eraser.  Since 1929, OHTO has...

Write down your thoughts, draw pictures that come to mind or paste paper items that you have found when traveling.  Every page has a pocket where you can put such travel memories as postcards and photos.   The A5 slim size is perfect for...

Be at the ready with these refills for your Traveler's Company pencil. There are three pencils and two erasers. To replace the refill, remove the used pencil and insert a new one.  Pencil 2.9" x .2", 3 pencils, Pencil grade HB Eraser .5" x...

Write anytime, anywhere with this compact pencil as a companion on your life trip.  This pencil from Traveler's Company is integrated with a brass holder made at a small press factory in Japan. When not in use, the pencil is set inside the main...

This journal  will make you the envy of the coffee shop with its faux vintage cover  and eye-catching gold lettering. Perfect for writing, drawing or visual  thinking of all types.   120 pages, 7" x 5" 80 lb. woodfree paper ...

This journal  will make you the envy of the coffee shop with its faux vintage cover and eye-catching gold lettering. Perfect for writing, drawing or visual  thinking of all types. 120 pages, 7" x 5" 80 lb. woodfree paper Blank pages ...

Come rain or shine these notebooks made of waterproof stone paper will withstand the harshest of elements!  Durable and portable they are great for travel and fit easily into a backpack or jacket pocket.  48 pages 5.5" x 3.5"  Light...

This little kit is as adorable as it is handy for a mobile artist or anyone who loves color! This set includes 12 colored pencils, an eraser, and a custom-sized pencil sharpener in a slim case.   12 mini colored wood pencils Includes...

This set has all the basics you need to start sketching -- in no time you will be the next van Gogh!   With this kit, you can experiment and experience different media and genres of sketching and design such as classic sketching, graphic...

Are you the next  Leonardo da Vinci?  Faber-Castell’s Graphite Sketch Set is a beginner drawing and sketching set that includes six pencils in six different degrees of lead hardness: 2H, HB, B, 2B, 4B, and 6B. The range of pencils allows...

Combine drawing and painting using this water color brush with your favorite water-soluble color pencils or graphite pencils.  Ideal for wet-on-wet, glazing and dry-brushing techniques.  And the cap can be used for scrapping and scratching...

Combine drawing and painting with these water-soluble graphite pencils from Faber-Castell.  Apply the the graphite dry and add water to create a graphite wash effect.  Water-soluble graphites are ideal for watercolor painting, preliminary...

The nib is the most iconic part of the fountain pen.  This stainless steel nib size is fine.  The round tip creates uniform lines regardless of direction or orientation of the nib to paper.  It is compatible with the Kaweco Brass Sport...

Add some color to your sketching!   This pack of three 5.6mm color leads for the Kaweco Sketch Up Clutch Pencil come in red, blue and green and have the feel of a waxy crayon.   3.1"  5.6mm diameter Pack of 3

Sketch to your hearts desire! This pack of three 5.6 mm graphite 5B leads for the Kaweco Sketch Up Clutch Pencil will keep your creativity flowing.   3.1"  5.6mm diameter Pack of 3

The nib is the most iconic part of the fountain pen.  This gold-plated stainless steel nib size is fine.  The round tip creates uniform lines regardless of direction or orientation of the nib to paper.  It is compatible with the Kaweco...

Weighty and well-balanced, the Sketch Up Brass Clutch Lead Holder will become your favorite sketching tool.  Made from solid brass with a raw finish that will darken and develop a unique patina over time gives it an antique, vintage feel. Perfect...

Whether signing for your first home or writing to the one you love, the Kaweco Brass Sport will mark the moment as yours!  Made from solid brass with a raw finish that will darken and develop a unique patina over time gives it an antique, vintage...

Perfect for penmanship or calligraphy, the Kaweco Classic Sport is the fountain pen for those who want to add a more expressive and personal touch to their writing.  The first Kaweco fountain pen was created in 1909 and a 1911 catalog advertised a...

Keep the ink flowing as you write your next magnum opus or just have a lot of thoughts to put to paper!  This pack contains six standard international short ink cartridges that are compatible with the Classic Sport and Brass Sport Fountain pens. ...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.   A Blackwing pencil is an investment, so why use a regular pencil sharpener? The upgraded Two-Step Long Point Sharpener features our reliable two-step sharpening...

This  archival-quality sketchbook keeps your creative drawings for years to come!  Perfect for dry media including graphite, charcoal, Conte crayon and chalk pastel.   192 pages (96 sheets) 8 3/4" x 11 1/4"  Heavyweight...

Sketch, dream, thumbnail and plan within the pages of these two trusty notebooks.  Features eight distinctive grid designs mixed with an eclectic array of scientific charts on everything from the laws of motions to carpentry joints and geometric...

Create more expressive and tonal drawings with this innovative water soluble graphite.  Behaving much like a watercolor block, ArtGraf's graphite can be used by wetting a brush and loading it with graphite, then painting in beautiful, shimmering...

This  archival-quality sketchbook keeps your creative drawings for years to come!  Ideal for colored pencil, chalk or oil pastel, gel pen, and other opaque media. 192 pages (96 sheets) Pages measure 5-1/4'' x 8-1/2'' Sketchbook measures...

Whether you are just getting started or a seasoned artist, this set of high quality sketching tools is perfect for traditional sketching, drawing, smudging, and mixing.  Cretacolor drawing materials offer smooth lines, rich colors and unbeatably...

If you love creating with color, the Polychromos Artist Color Pencils have been used by artists since 1908.  Polychromos Artist Pencils feature high-quality, acid-free pigments in bright, vibrant colors.  The soft, vibrant color lay down of...

This go-anywhere sketchbook is the perfect size to have with you whenever, where ever creativity strikes!  Compact and lightweight, it fits easily into any day trip bag or a coat pocket.  Ideal for travel. 144 pages (72 sheets) A6 size: 4...

Find inspiration to design and draw in this classic Moleskin notebook embossed with architect Frank Gehry's artistic signature form of the museum.   Internationally celebrated, Gehry has created a comprehensive design for the renewal and expansion...

This  archival-quality sketchbook keeps your creative drawings for years to come!  Perfect for dry media including graphite, charcoal, Conte crayon and chalk pastel.   192 pages (96 sheets) 5 3/4" x 8 3/4"  Heavyweight...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.   Be ready when inspiration strikes with the Blackwing Slate notebook! Blackwing Slate was designed to be the ultimate Blackwing pencil companion. Each notebook features...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  For the perfectionist with a Blackwing pencil.  The rectangular shape provides sharp edges for precision erasing.  These erasers feature an improved dust-free design...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions. This set of twelve high-quality graphite pencils comes in a beautiful natural finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were favored by...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  This set of twelve high-quality graphite pencils comes in a beautiful matte black finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were...