Best Art Sets

Updated April 2019
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Best of the Best
Royal & Langnickel
All Media Easel Artist Set
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Bottom Line

This premium mixed media box set is ideal for adventurous artists who enjoy experimenting with a variety of styles. Beautifully packaged with an incredible array of artistic tools.

Pros

Jam-packed with everything you need to create your next masterpiece. Allows users to broaden their artistic horizons with an eclectic mix of acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints. Includes an impressive selection of watercolor pencils, oil pastels, soft pastels, and even a graphite pencil for those first outlines. Fully equipped with everything from brushes and pallets, to canvas boards and palette knives. Sturdy case is great for on-the-go use.

Cons

If your preferred medium is charcoal, graphite, or pen, this set probably isn’t for you.

Sela Art
54 Piece Professional Art Pencils
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If you're hooked on the fine details achieved through graphite drawing, this versatile pencil set is sure to open doors to new and exciting techniques.

Pros

Contains most essential graphite pencils, ranging from 5H to 5B. Includes 10 vibrant color pencils, 10 metallic pencils, and 10 watercolor pencils for color and texture experimentation. The addition of 10 easy to sharpen charcoal pencils – hard, medium, and soft – allows for a comfortable and controlled introduction to the flexibility and freedom of charcoal drawing. Excellent quality. Nicely packaged for effortless organization.

Cons

No 6B pencil, but if you're an avid sketcher, you probably already have one of these.

Best Bang for the Buck
US Art Supply
162 Piece Deluxe Mega Wood Box Painting and Drawing Set
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A comprehensive beginners package that boasts everything from pencils and paints, to sketching/painting pads. An affordable choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking a value packed set for budding artists.

Pros

Well-organized, attractive wooden box is filled to the brim with a variety of art supplies. A generous supply of pencil crayons, watercolor paints, pastels, and crayons provides an opportunity for unlimited artistic experimentation and expression. Complete set has absolutely everything needed to get started. A great gift for beginners or older children.

Cons

More experienced artists are unlikely to be satisfied by the reduced richness of color and overall quality.

Royal Brush Royal & Langnickel
Sketching and Drawing Artists Set for Beginners
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Bottom Line

Perhaps not the most comprehensive beginners option, but for the complete novice, the included how-to guide can be of great help.

Pros

Available in a range of sets, including drawing, acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints Affordable and convenient with all the necessary components to get started. Each set includes an instruction booklet and an array of handy tools to help you get the most out of your first efforts, right from the start. Reasonable price makes it possible to try out a number of different artistic mediums. Compact wood carry case is conveniently portable.

Cons

You’ll still need to purchase the appropriate sketch pads/painting paper. Basic contents are best for beginners.

Castle Art Supplies
Complete Artist Drawing Kit
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Bottom Line

Whether you prefer graphite, charcoal, or pastels, this quality drawing set will have you covered. A good option for detailed drawings or fine art enthusiasts.

Pros

Graphite, charcoal, and pastel pencils makes it easier to render fine details. Willow sticks and blending stumps help achieve smooth texture and tone for larger areas. Offers a variety of drawing tools in different forms to suit just about any style. A fully professional set that offers everything from a pencil extender to an art knife. Zippered case for portability. Suitable for both enthusiastic beginners and experienced artists.

Cons

If you like to experiment with color, consider purchasing additional pastels.

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There's something we all have inside that drives us to create. It can be anything from needlepoint to fixing up cars. Maybe you haven't discovered the medium your muse wants you to use. In that case, an art set is ideal. Good art sets contain an organized case that is filled with an abundance of materials, ranging from pencils and brushes to erasers and oils, so you can discover your brilliance. The best ones aren't just filled with implements, they also come with drawing tablets and canvases so everything you need is at your fingertips. If you're a beginner, instruction books are a great addition. If you already know your passion, however, you can get an art set that features only those materials you need to get you creating.

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Royal & Langnickel

All Media Easel Artist Set

Royal & Langnickel

All Media Easel Artist Set

This premium mixed media box set is ideal for adventurous artists who enjoy experimenting with a variety of styles. Beautifully packaged with an incredible array of artistic tools.
$69
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Sela Art

54 Piece Professional Art Pencils

Sela Art

54 Piece Professional Art Pencils

If you're hooked on the fine details achieved through graphite drawing, this versatile pencil set is sure to open doors to new and exciting techniques.

$24
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US Art Supply

162 Piece Deluxe Mega Wood Box Painting and Drawing Set

US Art Supply

162 Piece Deluxe Mega Wood Box Painting and Drawing Set

A comprehensive beginners package that boasts everything from pencils and paints, to sketching/painting pads. An affordable choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking a value packed set for budding artists.
$44
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Royal Brush Royal & Langnickel

Sketching and Drawing Artists Set for Beginners

Royal Brush Royal & Langnickel

Sketching and Drawing Artists Set for Beginners

Perhaps not the most comprehensive beginners option, but for the complete novice, the included how-to guide can be of great help.

$18
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Castle Art Supplies

Complete Artist Drawing Kit

Castle Art Supplies

Complete Artist Drawing Kit

Whether you prefer graphite, charcoal, or pastels, this quality drawing set will have you covered. A good option for detailed drawings or fine art enthusiasts.

$39

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