Sketching

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...

 The drawing book of your dreams!   Fine Grain Paper 120g - drawing  Recycled paper Blank pages 64 pages (32 sheets) A4 size (11 x 8 inches) Spiral binding Soft cardboard cover Chlorine Free; Acid Free; Heavy Metal Free

 The drawing book of your dreams!   Fine Grain Paper 120g - drawing  Recycled paper Blank pages 64 pages (32 sheets) A4 size (11 x 8 inches) Spiral binding Soft cardboard cover Chlorine Free; Acid Free; Heavy Metal Free

Discover and celebrate a decade of exploration and renewal in the work of Henri Matisse with our museum exclusive collection of sketchbooks made just for the exhibit. By 1930, Henri Matisse had achieved significant international renown, yet he found...

Mixed Media Pads feature a medium textured acid-free soft white paper with special sizing, suitable for dry or wet techniques. Use with pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen and ink, marker, acrylic, gouache and watercolor light wash. Paper is...

The Fabriano 1264 Drawing pad features a medium textured soft white acid-free surface with a silky finish that allows for fine details. Erases cleanly, for final and permanent work. Use with pencil, colored pencil, pen, charcoal, soft pastel, oil pastel...

The Fabriano 1264 Bristol Smooth features an extra white paper that is indeed extra smooth, thus enabling intricate work as well as exceptional contrasts. Bristol Pads are acid-free. Bristol Smooth features an extra smooth texture with a silky finish,...

The Fabriano 1264 Drawing pad features a medium-textured soft white paper whose silky finish allows for fine details.  Fabriano 1264 sketch paper has a slightly ivory surface with a slight grain.  Sketch Pads feature 60 lb. (80 gsm) fine-tooth...

This ink is made from the prolific Japanese knotweed.  It is found along the waterfronts, next to roadsides, and in many parks and wooded areas in the Philadelphia region and beyond.  The beautiful pale pinks of this ink come from the leaves...

This small batch of handcrafted ink was created as a portrait of a beloved crabapple tree.  It lived for over 100 years in the Mount Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia -- watching the passing of many seasons, offering shade and peace for many,...

Coffee Ink inspired by Giuseppe Penone's drawings with coffee and his explorations of he connections we have with nature.   Handcrafted botanical ink created by Ampersand Textile & Design for fine writing and drawing with dip pens and brushes --...

This formula for oak gall ink holds the same ingredients as the ink likely used on the Declaration of Independence and follows a recipe from A Booke of Secrets, a 16th century publication.  This custom small batch of handcrafted drawing ink was made...

This sketchbook which reproduces Paul Klee's Fish Magic is perfect for your own fantasies or musings.  The notebook was created exclusively for the museum by mishmash in Portugal. The pages not only support multiple writing tools but the Smyth...

This sketchbook which reproduces Alphonse Mucha's Monaco -- Monte Carlo lithograph is perfect for your own illustrations or musings.  The notebook was created exclusively for the museum by mishmash in Portugal. The pages not only support...

This sketchbook which reproduces Vincent van Gogh's Sunflowers is perfect for your own masterpieces or musings.  The notebook was created exclusively for the museum by mishmash in Portugal. The pages not only support multiple writing tools but...

This sketchbook which reproduces Monet's Bend in the Epte River near Giverny is perfect for your own impressionist works or musings.  The notebook was created exclusively for the museum by mishmash in Portugal. The pages not only support...

This sketchbook which reproduces Monet's Path on the Island of Saint Martin is perfect for your own landscape sketches or musings about your surroundings.  The notebook was created exclusively for the museum by mishmash in Portugal. The pages...

The Tennessee Red™ pencil was born after Musgrave found a fantastic source for pencil-ready Eastern Red Cedar slats. This delicious-smelling pencil is sure to be your new favorite. Its simple matte clear coat showcases the gorgeous cedar, and a bright...

Dare to color outside the lines with EMOTT fineliner marker pens!  Sleekly designed with a comfortable square barrel, these micro fineliners deliver fade-proof vibrancy and definition with every stroke.  Assorted color fineliner markers deliver...

Dare to color outside the lines with EMOTT fineliner marker pens!  Sleekly designed with a comfortable square barrel, these micro fineliners deliver fade-proof vibrancy and definition with every stroke.  Assorted color fineliner markers deliver...

Since 1670, Herbin ink has crossed the oceans. Glass pens were very trendy in the 17th century Venice.  Today, Herbin has put them on your desk as ornaments and writing instruments.  Thanks to the small grooves on the nib, several lines can be...

These unique unruled leather journals are sustainably stitched scrap leather handmade in Philadelphia by Style Thrive Handmade.  They are the perfect size for all your drawing, writing, sketching, note taking, traveling and much more.   The...

Handcrafted botanical ink created by Ampersand Textile & Design for fine writing and drawing with dip pens and brushes. This small batch was made from bark collected after pruning peach trees with the Philly Orchard Project at the Sankofa Community...

Handcrafted botanical ink created by Ampersand Textile & Design for fine writing and drawing with dip pens and brushes. This small batch was made from bark collected after pruning cherry trees with the Philly Orchard Project at the Sankofa Community...

Handcrafted botanical ink created by Ampersand Textile & Design for fine writing and drawing with dip pens and brushes. This small batch was made in Philly with love, from Haas Avocado pits collected over many moons and slowly brewed over multiple...

The Graf'Book 360  is your everyday companion!  The smooth paper surface is ideal for drawing and taking notes anywhere.  Its authentic stitch-bound, raw finish makes it ideal for sketching on the move, with a perfect flat opening or up to...

The Graf'Book 360  is your everyday companion!  The smooth paper surface is ideal for drawing and taking notes anywhere.  Its authentic stitch-bound, raw finish makes it ideal for sketching on the move, with a perfect flat opening or up to...

The Kitaboshi 2.0 mm lead holder has a natural wooden body reminiscent of a wooden pencil. The top knock button clicks to dispense lead, and you can remove it to refill the lead holder with a new lead piece. Refills with any 2.0 mm lead.  Comes with...

Thirteen colored leads that fit the Kitaboshi Lead Holder Pencil (or any standard 2 mm lead holder). Since 1913, the Kitaboshi Pencil Company was founded by the Sugitani family after it absorbed the assets of its bankrupted lumber customer the Tsukiboshi...

Explore stunning water color effects and rich, vibrant hues with these wonderfully versatile thick-core pencils. Use dry like a regular pencil, or experiment with a wet brush to transform the pencil color into paint – perfect for creating gorgeous,...

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 B6, 5"x 7" ...

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 B5, 7" x 10"...

Weighty and well-balanced, the Sketch Up Softfeel Clutch Lead Holder will become your favorite sketching tool.  Made from solid brass with a soft feel finish it is perfect for sketching and technical drawing, especially with soft leads, this holder...

Write your next letter or paper using these cool vintage gel ink colors from Sarasa.  The Sarasa Clip has it all— a well-designed body with a comfy rubber grip, a sturdy retractable tip, a large spring push clip that attaches easily to thick pockets...

Write your next letter or paper using these cool vintage gel ink colors from Sarasa.  The Sarasa Clip has it all— a well-designed body with a comfy rubber grip, a sturdy retractable tip, a large spring push clip that attaches easily to thick pockets...

A great marker for larger drawing, making signs, and calligraphy.  Excellent for use on smooth surfaces such as paper and painted surfaces. The water-based paint is opaque.  The flourescent colors glow  under black light. 30ml...

Draw inspiration from the plan drawings of the pedestals designed by Paul Phillipe Cret and Jacques Greber for the museum.  You may even recognize the sculptures in the outline drawings. Cret was a French-born Philadelphia architect and industrial...

A great way to maximize creativity and minimize mess, allowing you to get the most life from your crayons.  Founded in 1806 by Johann Froescheis in Nuremburg, Lyra is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world.  Ever since it produced its...

This solid graphite crayon is perfect for sketching, layout work and shading large areas. The hexagon shaped crayons measure 12cm long and 12mm in diameter, and have a removable paper wrapping. The water-soluble crayon may be used with a brush and water...

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 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 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 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...

The innovative ratchet mechanism in Sonic's Ratchetta pencil sharpener makes hand-sharpening your pencils quick and easy.  Simply rotating the pencil back and forth does the job. The mechanism is similar to that of a ratcheting screwdriver. ...

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.  The MIDORI brand is a...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Made from recycled paper, rainbow pencils let you create wondrous paper rainbows when you sharpen them.  Maybe you will even find a pot of gold!  Comes packaged as a set of 5. Graphite Standard HB (#2 USA) Made from recycled paper Each...

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...

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 matte black finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were...

By Selwyn Leamy Learn to draw figures and faces with this clear and easy to follow guide, the latest in the bestselling "Read This" series. Revealing the techniques and ideas behind inspirational works, the book will set you on the path to making your...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  Blackwing and the Philadelphia Museum of Art have teamed up to create this limited edition set of 12 golden pencils inspired by Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ sculpture of Diana which...

This pocket-sized drawing journal is packed with just as much clever, imaginative fun as the original bestselling 642 Things to Draw. All 642 drawing prompts invite doodlers to draw teeny-tiny things—from "a keyhole" and "a marble" to "an atom" and "your...