The art supply gifts everyone’s buying for Presidents' Day

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Presidents' Day art deals
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This Presidents' Day, take advantage of exclusive deals on premium art supplies to elevate your craft, or surprise a creative friend with the perfect gift. From thick, textured sketchbooks to travel-friendly paint sets, these high-quality materials make painting more enjoyable and rewarding.

Finding the right tools to bring your creative ideas to life can make all the difference, whether you’re sketching, painting, or experimenting with mixed media. The best art supplies aren’t just a luxury; they help you explore new techniques, build confidence, and enjoy the process without frustration. From the best mechanical pencils to the best watercolour paints, the right materials let you focus on creating rather than worrying whether your tools can keep up.

Few experiences compare to working with professional-grade watercolours. Their vibrant, consistent pigments make every stroke feel alive on the page, whether you’re layering delicate washes or building bold, expressive colours. A thoughtfully chosen palette can completely transform not only how you paint but also how your finished work looks.

Whether you’re hunting for standout presents or upgrading your own studio, these curated selections show how the right tools and Presidents' Day deals can truly make all the difference.

The best Presidents' Day art supply deals

Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Sketchers' Pocket Set
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Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Sketchers' Pocket Set: was $38.49 now $16.95 at Amazon

Pocket-sized, affordable, and packed with 12 vibrant Cotman watercolours plus a brush and mixing tray, this set makes high-quality painting on the go effortless. It's a perfect set for beginners or travelling artists.

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MEEDEN Travel Watercolour Paint Set
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MEEDEN Travel Watercolour Paint Set: was $18.95 now $18 at Amazon

This packs 42 vibrant, travel‑ready watercolour paints with brushes into one compact set, giving beginners and on‑the‑go creatives lots of colour variety without a high price.

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MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook (9" X 12")
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MOFUNY Mixed Media Sketchbook (9" X 12"): was $24.99 now $21.99 at Amazon

Thick, heavyweight pages and a sturdy hardcover make this sketchbook perfect for pencils, inks, and light washes. Durable, versatile, and travel-ready, it turns every sketch into something that feels complete.

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Artograph Ultra-Thin Lightpad (12" X 17")
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Artograph Ultra-Thin Lightpad (12" X 17"): was $149.99 now $124.99 at Amazon

Ultra-thin and lightweight, this Artograph Featherweight lightpad makes tracing, sketching, and illustrations effortless. Its bright, even LED surface keeps your work clear, precise, and comfortable, perfect for artists on the move.

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Schmincke Horadam Aquarell Colour Box
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Schmincke Horadam Aquarell Colour Box: was $99 now $87.90 at Amazon

Schmincke Horadam watercolours deliver intense, professional-grade pigments in a compact pan set. The colours re-wet effortlessly, blend seamlessly, and give every stroke a luminous, precise quality that inspires serious painters.

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MEEDEN Watercolor Paint Set: Luxury 27 Colour Collection
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MEEDEN Watercolor Paint Set: Luxury 27 Colour Collection: was $159.95 now $151.95 at Amazon

If you love having every shade within reach, this expansive watercolour set delivers. The wide spectrum encourages experimentation, making it easy to push colour further and discover unexpected combinations.

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XEHDDP Mini Watercolour Travel Set
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XEHDDP Mini Watercolour Travel Set: was $32.99 now $26.69 at Amazon

Small enough to slip into a bag, this portable watercolour kit and sketchbook combo is built for spontaneous painting sessions, keeping your colours organised and your ideas flowing wherever you land.

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Funto Mini Watercolour Paint Set
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Funto Mini Watercolour Paint Set: was $39.99 now $31.49 at Amazon

This all-in-one watercolour journal is made for painting in the real world, not just at your desk. Lightweight, wearable, and ready to go, it turns spare moments into small, satisfying studies.

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Holbein Acrylic Designer Gouache
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Holbein Acrylic Designer Gouache: was $67.59 now $48 at Amazon

Holbein’s Acryla Gouache delivers flat, smooth colour that dries with a graphic finish. The paint layers beautifully, stays punchy once dry, and gives illustrations a crisp, modern edge.

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Maimeri Introductory Single-Pigment Watercolour Paint Set
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Maimeri Introductory Single-Pigment Watercolour Paint Set: was $45 now $25.01 at Amazon

MaimeriBlu watercolours have a depth that immediately stands out. The colour feels clean and luminous, with a smooth consistency that makes glazing, blending, and fine detail work genuinely satisfying.

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Nicpro Blocky Gear 0.3 Mm Mechanical Pencils Set in Case
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Nicpro Blocky Gear 0.3 Mm Mechanical Pencils Set in Case: was $11.99 now $8.99 at Amazon

Nicpro’s Blocky Gear 0.3 mm mechanical pencil set is a compact toolkit for precision work. Sleek metal pencils, spare leads, and an eraser arrive neatly in a case, ready for writing, drafting, or sketching.

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Ian Dean
Ian Dean
Editor, Digital Arts & 3D

Ian Dean is Editor, Digital Arts & 3D at Creative Bloq, and the former editor of many leading magazines. These titles included ImagineFX, 3D World and video game titles Play and Official PlayStation Magazine. Ian launched Xbox magazine X360 and edited PlayStation World. For Creative Bloq, Ian combines his experiences to bring the latest news on digital art, VFX and video games and tech, and in his spare time he doodles in Procreate, ArtRage, and Rebelle while finding time to play Xbox and PS5.

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