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Picking out a present for an art school graduate can be tricky. While any graduation gift will do for such a special time, why not congratulate the creative new grad in your life with a present that will help them kick off their career?
In this selection of graduation gift ideas for art students, you'll find colorful products that are both personal and practical. For a bit of how-to help, nothing beats art books like the career-focused Art Inc. and project-driven Creative Block. To help budding artists save money, treat them to a host of handy art supplies, from professional-grade pencils to a portable paint set. And, finally, make sure they stay motivated with jewelry and accessories inspired by the greats.
The future is bright with these gifts for art graduates!
Say “congrats” to your favorite art school graduate with these gifts to help them kick off their creative careers, including handy art supplies…
Drawing & Painting Tools
Apple Pencil

Apple | $129
Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest

Tramai Ceramics | $25+
Water-Soluble Colored Pencils

Caran d’Ache | $24.39
Portable Easel

Blick | $127.99
Easel Brush Clip

Easy to Use Products | $13.87
Gouache Paint Set

Caran d’Ache | $37.95
Professional Drawing Pencil Set

Derwent | $29.12
Copic Marker Set of 72

COPIC | $300.41
Watercolor Sheets

Viviva | $19.95+
Canvas Brush Organizer

Blick | $32.49
Arts & Crafts Tools
Foldaway Cutting and Ironing Mat

Omnigrid | $31.49
X-Acto Knife Set

X-Acto | $30.58
108-Piece Modeling Tool Kit

HIJRH | $45.92
122-Piece Woodburning Tool Kit

GIIFER | $27.97
Accessories Inspired by Art and the Greats
Keith Haring Tote Bag

LOQI | $14.95
Frida Kahlo Mug

Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $19.95
Abstract Artistic Water Bottle

Xspring | $26.65
Color Wheel Pendant Necklace

Yellow Owl Workshop | $26.50
‘Museum Collection: Great Masters' Page Flags Set

Girl of All Work | $7.50
Van Gogh Action Figure

Today is Art Day | $29.99
Balloon Dog Tape Dispenser

Made By Humans | $42.95
Modern Artists Socks Set

Chattyfeet | $39.95
Frida Kahlo & Milagro Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50
The Kiss Candle

Flatyz | $17.95
Picasso Quote Print

OldEnglishCo | $11.71+
Salvador Keychain

SKETCH.INC | $25.95
‘Basquicat' Enamel Pin

NIASKI | $12.50
Notebooks & Journals
Lined Journal Notebook

PAPERAGE | $9.95
Deluxe Weekly & Monthly Life Planner

Legend Planner | $24.99
Habit Tracker

Lamare $16.95
Starry Night Planner

BooQool | $9.99
Nature Art Journal: The Wildflower's Workbook

Katie Daisy | $$16.95
Books for Aspiring Creatives
Art Inc.

Lisa Congdon | $9.99+
Creative Block: Advice and Projects from 50 Successful Artists

Danielle Krysa | $14.47
Find Your Artistic Voice: The Essential Guide to Working Your Creative Magic

Lisa Congdon | $18.95
The Business of Being an Artist

Daniel Grant | $19.99
Your Creative Career

Anna Sabino | $13.61
Art For Money

Michael Ardelean | $26
How to Be an Illustrator

Darrel Rees | $21.98
Art is My Career

Seem Martin | $20.64+
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This article has been edited and updated.
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