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 craft and art supplies for their studio, 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 art gifts for graduates!
Say “congrats” to your favorite art school graduate with these special gifts to help them kick off their creative careers, including handy art supplies…
Drawing & Painting Tools
Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Apple | $79
Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest
Tramai Ceramics | $29+
Water-Soluble Colored Pencils
Caran d’Ache | $22.15
Portable Easel
Blick | $183.27
Easel Brush Clip
Easy to Use Products | $13.75
Gouache Paint Set
Caran d’Ache | $32.87
Professional Drawing Pencil Set for Sketching
Derwent | $26.69
Copic Marker Set of 72
COPIC | $421.20
Watercolor Sheets
Viviva | $19.95+
Canvas Brush Organizer
Blick | $33.59
Arts & Crafts Tools
Foldaway Cutting and Ironing Mat
Omnigrid | $49.99
X-Acto Knife Set
X-Acto | $25.78
108-Piece Modeling Tool Kit
HIJRH | $42.59
116-Piece Woodburning Tool Kit
IVSUN | $29.99
Accessories Inspired by Art and the Greats
Childhood Recycled Tote Bag
LOQI | $17.50
Frida Kahlo Mug
Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $19.95
Bauhaus Water Bottle
Ayeyokp | $32
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 | $34.95
Venus de Milo Piggy Bank
Made by Humans | $70
Modern Artists Socks Set
Chattyfeet | $39.95
Frida Kahlo & Milagro Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50
Irises Candle
Flatyz | $17.95
Picasso Quote Print
Motivational Art Shop | $9.99
Salvador Keychain
SKETCH.INC | $25.95
‘Basquicat' Enamel Pin
NIASKI | $12.50
Notebooks & Journals
Lined Journal Notebook
PAPERAGE | $11.99
Deluxe Weekly & Monthly Life Planner
Legend Planner | $21.99
Habit Tracker
Lamare | $16.95
Starry Night Planner
BooQool | $8.99
Nature Art Journal: The Wildflower's Workbook
Katie Daisy | $16.95
Books for Aspiring Creatives
Art Inc.
Lisa Congdon | $15.20
Creative Block: Advice and Projects from 50 Successful Artists
Danielle Krysa | $27.26
Find Your Artistic Voice: The Essential Guide to Working Your Creative Magic
Lisa Congdon | $18.95
The Business of Being an Artist
Daniel Grant | $15.90
Your Creative Career
Anna Sabino | $4.74
Art For Money
Michael Ardelean | $26
How to Be an Illustrator
Darrel Rees | $26.70
Art is My Career
Seem Martin | $20.64+
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This article has been edited and updated. Prices were accurate at time of publishing.
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