Global Creativity
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Art Supplies Recommendations
Welcome! Over the years, I’ve been asked countless times about the materials I use in my workshops and classes. To make it easy, I created this page to share the products I personally use and love, along with my recommendations.
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Explore these handpicked supplies, see how I use them in my artwork, and find tools that inspire your creativity.
Paper
UCreate Watercolor Paper, White, Package, 140 lb, 50 Sheets, Original Version, 9-x-12-Inch
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I used this paper in my workshop: "Happy Birthday to Me!" This workshop recording is now available for donations. You can check it out here:​
https://www.ncagordon.ca/happy-birthday-to-me
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One of my favourite products is the UCreate® Watercolor Paper. It’s 140 lb., white, 9" x 12", and comes in a package of 50 sheets — perfect for large, expressive artwork or cutting into smaller sizes.
The manufacturer states that at 140 lb., it’s sturdy enough for washes, layering, and blending without buckling, and the best part is — no stretching required.
It’s also acid-free, so your colours will stay true over time, and recyclable, so it’s eco-friendly.
White Cards 220 gsm A4 Craft Paper, White Cardstock Printer Paper - (Pack of 50 Sheets)
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I used this paper in many workshops. One of them is "The Waypoint", and its recording is now available here:
https://www.ncagordon.ca/the-waypoint
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Brighten up your creative projects with this A4 Bright White Craft Card! At 220gsm, this high-quality paper is perfect for everything from home office tasks to arts, hobbies, and crafts. Whether you’re drawing, or making cards, these sheets are sturdy and versatile enough to handle a variety of projects. Each pack comes with 50 sheets, giving you plenty of material to bring your ideas to life. Ideal for crafters, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a little extra creativity in their day!
Alcohol Marker Paper, Ohuhu 8.9×8.3 inch Heavy Smooth Drawing Square Spiral Bound Sketchbook, 120 LB/200 GSM , 60 Sheets
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I used this paper in many workshops. One of them is "Awakening of the Light". This FREE workshop recording is now available here:
https://www.ncagordon.ca/awakening-of-the-light
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This paper is the perfect combo of durable and delicate. It has a smooth, flat surface that prevents bleeding, smudging and feathering for clean artwork. It is a great choice sketchbook for most of DRY art medias. From alcohol markers to solvent markers, from colored pencils to charcoal, from pastels to inks, and more!
Acid-free art papers with maximum blendability keep your artwork looking great for years to come.
Mixed Media Sketchbook, Ohuhu 8.9"×8.3" for Wet or Dry Media, 120 LB/200 GSM, 62 Sheets, for Acrylic, Watercolor, Pen and Pencil Painting
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I used this paper in my workshop: "Dragon 2024" This workshop recording is now available for donations. You can check it out here:​
https://www.ncagordon.ca/dragon-2024
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​Its medium-textured surface resists smudging and feathering, giving you clean, crisp results every time. With excellent toughness and durability, you can create wet paintings without worrying about warping or wrinkling. Acid-free and fade-resistant. It’s a versatile choice for a wide range of art media, including colored pencils, graphite, pastels, charcoal, pens, ink, and more—perfect for artists who want a reliable, high-quality surface for every project.
Markers/Highlighters
STABILO Highlighter BOSS ORIGINAL Pastel - Wallet of 8 - Assorted Colors
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I used these highlighters in many programs and workshops. One of them is "Inner Light," and its recording is now available here:​
https://www.ncagordon.ca/inner-light
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Highlight, underline, and add color in style with one highlighter! The chisel tip offers 2 line widths (2 + 5 mm) for fast, precise work—perfect for school, office, journaling, and hand lettering. Pack of 8 Pastel Colors: cloudy blue, touch of turquoise, hint of mint, pink blush, dash of lime, mellow coral red, milky yellow, lilac haze.
Smooth, water-based ink
STABILO Anti-Dry-Out: 4 hours protection
Perfect for color accents and creative projects
Uni-Ball Signo Broad Point Gel Impact Pen Gold Ink, 1.0mm, 3 pens per Pack
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I used these highlighters in many workshops. One of them is "Express Restoration," and its recording is now available here:​
https://www.ncagordon.ca/express-restoration
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Features ultra smooth ink flow with a bold tip.
Comes in a barrel design with rubber grip,
Ink is refillable and acid free.
Paints/Watercolours
Mont Marte Signature Fabric Paint, 20pc x 20ml (0.7oz), Suitable for DIY Fashion and Homewares
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Suitable for all fabrics. Ideal for DIY fashion and homewares including clothes, canvas shoes, cushions and upholstery.
Includes 20 colours: Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Yellow, Orange, Brilliant Red, Crimson, Pink, Light Purple, Purple, Cerulean Blue, Sky Blue, Light Green, Sap Green, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Lamp Black, Gold, Silver, Fluoro Yellow, Fluoro Pink.
Mixable: Mix these fabric paints together to create your own colours!
Watercolor Paint Set, 48 Water Colors Kit with 3 Painting Brushes, Palette, Watercolor Pen
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I used this watercolour set in my program "Art of Your Future," and its recording is now available here:​
https://www.ncagordon.ca/art-of-your-future
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High quality Non-toxic (ASTM tested) paints perfect for art students and artists, great gift choice for Birthday，Christmas or Thanksgiving.
This painting set contains a 48 paint palette including the primary colors and more.Easy to blend colors and dry fast, fading resistant and have excellent fluid.It is an ideal arts & crafts supply choice for outdoor sketching, creative interactive classroom activities, and other leisure art activities.
Other
Mr. Pen- Professional Metal Compass with Wheel and Lock for Geometry
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Professional Compass With Universal Adapter, Extension Beam For Math, Geometry, Art, Drafting And Drawing, Creates Circles Up To 18 Inches In Diameter.