Caution:Artist at Play-Artwork by Shana Rowe Jackson

      I am very blessed as an artist to have such a wonderful support system within my family. Not only do they support my dreams as an artist but they also enjoy gifting me art related things that they know I will surely love. This Christmas was no exception.        I was given a variety of things that are art related, from books about favorite artists, to fun stationary stocking stuffers, as well as studio equipment and gift cards so that I can choose my own art related gifts. I have acquired a bunch of new materials to try and review on my YouTube channel as well as great learning materials so that I can better myself as an artist and a business person. I am starting the new year fully inspired with new supplies in hand!     A few highlights are my new desk chair by Serta, so that I can create comfortably, a book about Vincent Van Gogh, and the Artists that he loved , as well as some fun handmade gifts; a ceramic water pot t...

Do you have an artist that you know and love? Or perhaps you are an artist who is looking to treat yourself? Here are some fun gift ideas for artists!!  P LEASE NOTE : Most of the things on this list are things that I have bought myself or that have been gifted to me, this blog post is not sponsored in any way. All the photos were taken by me and remain under my copyright. Click on the photos and links to be connected to the gift you are interested in, or to a place where you can find something similar! Also, please see my wish list below for other fun ideas!      We all know that the best gift for an artist is usually a specific art supply they have asked for, or a gift card to their favorite art supply store, but sometimes it is fun to give (or receive) gifts that celebrate the person as an artist. Here are some of my favorite gifts ideas!  Inspirational sketchbooks or journals and fun pens : Every artist I know loves paper and writing utensils! Ske...