Reflecting on Workshops - Materials Recommendations

I’ve taught a few workshops here and there with students possessing a variety of skill levels in painting as well as creating abstract art. A lot of the information I provide to participants centers around tools and materials that I commonly use in my art practice and how to apply them to their own. Some of these items and ideas I’ve received from other artists and some I’ve found on my own, so I am happy to be able to share them with you.

Below is a list of items I buy and keep in my studio to use while creating my abstract paintings. These are paints, drawing tools and materials, brushes and palette knives, and mediums. Other things I buy are shipping supplies, storage, things to organize my supplies and office items to keep business in order. I encourage artists to think broadly when it comes to their art practice as you creak open that studio door and begin showing the world your creative prowess, things begin to change for you and how you are percieved. Having the right stuff makes it a lot easier to manage and helps you grow.

Art Materials (with links)

Sakura Solid Markers Buy Here or at Blick’s In Store
Mont Marte Acrylic Inks Buy Here
Dr Ph Martin’s Acrylic Inks Buy Here
Marabu Art Crayons Buy Here
Gueevin Charcoal Sticks Buy Here or at Blick’s In Store
Honoson Palette Knife Set Buy Here
Conda Palette Knife Set Buy Here
Rubber Tip Brushes Buy Here
Nova Color Paints Buy Here
Golden Isolation Coat Buy Here or at Blick’s

Shipping Materials (with links)

Glassine Paper Buy Here
Bubble Wrap Buy Here
Art Shipping Boxes - to 39” Buy Here
Shipping Tape Buy Here
Foam Corners Buy Here or at Home Depot Online

I will keep adding to this list so please BOOKMARK it to refer to later when needed. If you have any additions you think I should look into, please feel free to email me and let me know what you’ve found as well!