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IT'S A BIRD, IT'S A PLANE...IT'S BLACKWING VOL. 64!   The Comic Book Pencil! In 1837, Swiss teacher Rodolphe Töpffer published a collection of illustrated stories chronicling the adventures of a character named Mr. Vieux Bois. Each page...

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...

Our Fraktur Painter’s Palette was inspired by the watercolor palette used by the Pennsylvania German artists. Created locally by Peg and Awl, it is constructed from sustainable maple and vegetable-tanned leather, the palette is a simple way to transport...

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

 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...

Plant your Pencil!  Once you have used the pencil filling your creative needs, you can plant it and it will grow into sunflowers!  All you have to do is plant the pencil, cap down, into a pot with good moist potting soil and within 1 to 4...

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...

While we can't say we discovered Lyra, we have searched far and wide in our travels to find the best in pencils worldwide.  And this is one of our favorite finds from earlier in the year.  The generous 3.8mm core lead makes these color pencils...

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...

"Measure twice; cut once" with great design!  This ruler was produced to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of De Stijl, the Dutch art movement grounded in basic visual elements of simple geometric forms, lines and primary colors...

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...

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...

Delight your family and friends when you create beautiful, unique artwork to mail.  This postcard book is filled with a variety of the works of Monet for you to color.   Capture the changing of light and the passing of the seasons...

The Hightide Penco Storage Container Pen Case is perfect for organizing and storing your pens, pencils, erasers … and anything else you want to keep at hand.  Sturdy and practical as well as aesthetically pleasing!   Minimal as well...

A retro delight! These rulers really are old school. Made of smooth beech wood and coated in a hard wearing paint finish.   On the reverse side there are super handy conversion tables.  A great size for office, school or home. Penco is a...

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...

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...

Inspired by modern masters, Use This if You Want to Be Great at Drawing is a playful introduction to contemporary drawing styles, techniques, and ideas. This sketchbook features thought-provoking prompts and eye-popping illustrations to sharpen your...

A truly luxurious notebook to pen your deepest thoughts or sketch what inspires you. These colored marbled paper notebooks are handmade in Florence using the same traditional process that has been in place for 300 years. Each marbled notebook is as...

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...

Handcrafted in Philadelphia by Peg and Awl, this is the perfect journal to hold your stories, musings and sketches.  Find deeper inspiration for your creativity with the quote from Vincent van Gogh on the cover that was made just for us. Inside...

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...

Made just for us by Philadelphia makers Peg and Awl, this wonderful folio pouch fits an iPad, sketchbook and other larger necessities. Use as a clutch or toss in your bag for a little more organization!  And even better we sourced...

Philadelphia makers Peg and Awl created this pouch that is great for pencils, pens, cords and other necessities. Use as a clutch or toss in your bag for a little more organization!   And even better we sourced vintage Sunbrella...

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...

This hand crafted, marbled pencil made in Germany, will be your most elegant drawing tool. On this extraordinary rotary pencil made of solid mountain maple, a marble is ornately applied in brown tones. The decorative art technique of marbling wood...

This hand crafted, marbled pencil made in Germany, will be your most unique drawing tool. On this extraordinary rotary pencil made of solid mountain maple, a marble is ornately applied in gold tones. The decorative art technique of marbling wood surfaces...

A linen-bound notebook designed to accommodate ideas, aspirations and worries in the therapeutic activity of your thoughts.   Writing is ultimately the task of discovering and developing what we think. There could hardly be a more important...

One of our customer favorites, Drawn from Life is finally back in print! This ideally shaped and sized book offers bite-size lessons that will help anyone master the classic practice of life drawing. Over 100 pieces of art by contemporary artists...

Anyone can draw. Award-winning artist Bruce Waldman has spent the last 30 years teaching people at all levels simple methods for drawing nearly anything imaginable, adapting and simplifying techniques favored by artists since the Renaissance. Now his...

This classic sharpener is not just cool -- it can handle pencils of any size!  And has a substantial reservoir to catch all the shavings.  As one of the most nostalgic European sharpeners, this Bakelite sharpener is from DUX, the oldest German...

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...

A pencil or pen is never to far away with this very handy pencase from Midori. With its adjustable elasticated band, the pencase slips onto your notebook (fitting notebook sizes from B6 to A5) cover so you always have a pen with your notebook. As well as...

This unique pen case has a charming papery texture, look, and feel, and will fit in well at school or the office. It's compact and slips easily into your backpack or briefcase.  With two snaps to close, the pen case keeps all your writing...

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...

Carry this watercolor notebook with you wherever you go and draw pictures of people you meet at a café or a landscape that you find while traveling.  The inner pages are made from highly water-resistant, vivid color-producing watercolor paper. The...

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 ...

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

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...

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 system inside of a sleek new package. Even though this new sharpener feels...

The prefect plein-air watercolor journal!  Versatile landscape or vertical format to capture the moment just like Monet!  Compact and lightweight, it fits easily into any day trip bag or a coat pocket.  Ideal for travel. 40 sheets A6...

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...

Inspired by a vintage color table, this pouch will hold your favorite coloring pencils, markers and more!  It is the perfect size for your daily essentials.   Measures 9" x 4" with 2" wide gusset 100% Natural Cotton Leather pull and...

For the on-the-go artist, this collapsible and expandable water cup from Faber-Castell, is perfect for plein-air painting.  Ridges along the top are the perfect place to hold brushes between uses.  Easy to clean and store, travels easily...

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 is 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...

The Blackwing Starting Point 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 in the style of Leonard Bernstein.  A Blackwing for every artful...

 Be ready when inspiration strikes with the Blackwing Slate notebook! Blackwing Slate was designed to be the ultimate Blackwing pencil companion. Each notebook features high-quality paper, a durable dual-sewn lay-flat binding, wear-resistant polymer...

For the perfectionist with a Blackwing pencil.  The rectangular shape provides sharp edges for precision erasing.  These erasers feature an improved dust-free design. As you erase, the eraser dust gathers into clumps for easy cleanup...

The Blackwing 42 is a tribute to Jackie Robinson and those who pursue their passions regardless of obstacles in their way.  He signed a contract with the Kansas City Monarchs baseball club to pursue his passion for athletics.  A few years...

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...

Your watercolor art belongs on high quality watercolor paper. The Chroma Blends™ Watercolor Paper pad is a glue bound pad of watercolor paper that's large enough for your beautiful watercolor paintings and small enough to easily travel with.  ...

In a series of simple but beautifully illustrated steps, and with a focus on drawing the human form, our expert author describes and  demonstrates all the essentials and more. You will discover how to plan  your studies and plot your equipment;...

Renowned designer and professional hell-raiser James Victore wants to drag you off your couch and throw you headfirst into a life of bold creativity. He'll guide you through all the twists, trials, and triumphs  of starting your creative career,...

365 days of creativity and exercises to help you look at the world differently and open up your imagination to what could be. Filled with creative goals and colorful daily exercises that you can complete right in the book. Learn new techniques and be...

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...

We love color and are crazy about this set of 24 Studio Series Watercolor Brush Pens. Each pen has a bristle brush tip to help create beautiful painterly effects. Easily blend colors with the included water brush. These pens are perfect for lettering and...