Recommended Art Supplies

A curated list of supplies Sasireka uses in her studio and recommends to students at each level. None of it is required — buy what suits you.

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Starter kit — Beginners

Everything to get going. Under ~$50 total.

  • KINGART Acrylic Paint Markers

    Water-based acrylic markers — clean, low-mess way to start. Great for beginners exploring color and line on paper or canvas.

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  • Staedtler Double-Tip Markers

    Dual-tipped markers (fine + broad) for sketching, lettering, and beginner drawing exercises. Reliable Staedtler ink.

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Intermediate upgrades

Better brushes and mid-tier paints.

  • Ohuhu Professional Oil-Based Colored Pencils

    Smooth, blendable oil-based pencils — a step up for students moving from beginner markers into shaded, layered drawing.

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Advanced setup

Professional brushes and archival pigments.

  • Oil-Based Quick-Drying Permanent Markers

    Permanent oil-based paint markers — for finished pieces, mixed-media work, and surfaces beyond paper. Quick-drying.

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Kids supplies

Washable, non-toxic, age-appropriate.

  • POSCA Canvas Paint-by-Number — Harbor

    Premium POSCA paint markers paired with a printed canvas — structured, fun, and a great introduction to following composition.

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