Whether they’re obsessed with watercolors or a whiz at drawing portraits, your artsiest friends and loved ones deserve to be showered with gifts that celebrate their talents. Or, at the very least, you want to show them that you recognize their creative spirit. After all, visual art comes in all forms, and having the ability to create anything—from gorgeous paintings to thought-provoking sculptures—is incredible. So let’s give our favorite artists the presents they deserve, shall we?
I’m talking sketchbooks that are works of art themselves, vintage-inspired frames to display their portraits in, and even kitschy reminders of their talents in the form of jewelry. It’s go big or go home with these gift ideas for artists, y’all. Because arguably, creative people are the hardest to shop for. They won’t settle for something ordinary and uninspired—and neither should you when you’re buying them a gift. (This is no time to be lazy!) Luckily, I’ve rounded up some seriously good picks that any artist would love. And who knows? While shopping this little gift guide, you might discover you hold a secret desire to become an artist, too. There’s creativity in all of us!
Perfect for sketching, doodling, journaling, or even testing out paint colors, this sketchbook is as functional as it is beautiful.
What better combination than photos of fine art and captions that (not-so-subtly) make fun of mansplaining?
As many artists will attest, sometimes creativity strikes at odd hours, and they might need some help getting back on a regular sleeping schedule. Enter: this smart lamp.
Having a candle burning in the background while working on a creative project is honestly so soothing.
This gorg gold frame is ideal for showing off an artist’s work—whether it be their own or someone else’s.
Help any artist keep track of their day-to-day schedule with this cute daily planner.
This book is chock-full of iconic art pieces and would look absolutely stunning atop any coffee table.
We love a kitschy moment. Gift these earrings to your favorite painter, and they’re sure to love ‘em.
With access to classes taught by Futura, Annie Leibovitz, and Jeff Koons, a MasterClass membership gives any artist a front-row seat to some of the greats.
Is it risky to gift art to an artist? Not if you know it’s something that’s right up their alley! This one is for the artist BFF whose taste you know backwards and forwards.
Who knew an artists’ apron could be both functional and stunning at the same time?
Whether they’re sitting all day painting or carving into clay, their workstation should move with ’em. A standing desk can help any artist stretch their legs without losing their creative focus.
Art supplies can get expensive if you’re buying them all the time, so do your favorite artist a favor and send some blank canvases their way.
Oh, just another coffee table art book that’s too pretty to pass up.
This adorable little kit comes with all the supplies you need (including a class!) to paint a lovely portrait of your home.
For artists who love trying new projects and mediums for fun, this Pinterest-inspired craft box makes for the perfect gift.
This one goes out to all the artists who don’t shy away from bold and bright colors.
As an artsy person myself, I know that it can be difficult to motivate yourself to work on creative projects. A little reminder on a coffee cup can do wonders. (And it can hold their paintbrushes or art pens, too!)
Hear me out on this one. Artists work with sooo many different tools and having to find a charger mixed in with everything can be a bummer. A sleek wireless charger changes all that.
Give the gift of organization! This storage cart can hold so many art supplies and look cute doing it.
A chic iPad case is a super stylish gift idea for the artist who’s always doodling away on their tablet.
Like I said, art supplies can be pricey! It never hurts to give an artist some everyday essentials they’ll definitely use.
For the artist who works on a tablet or computer all day, these (v cute) blue light glasses are a must.
These cards offer prompts that get you thinking and creating. If an artist you love is in a creative rut, this is the gift for them.
Perfect for carrying around anything from paints and brushes to a wallet and water bottle, this reusable tote is a must-have for anyone.