Best Painting & Drawing Supplies UK (2026) — Page 2

Pros

• 12 assorted colours give a solid starter palette
• Works on wood, metal, plastic and fabric as well as canvas
• Affordable entry point for beginner artists

Cons

• Small 12ml tubes run out quickly on larger canvases

Pros

• Larger 120ml tubes suit bigger canvases and mural work
• High lightfastness keeps colours vivid over time
• Water-based and solvent-free for easy studio clean-up

Cons

• Only 5 colours, so extra mixing needed for a full palette

Pros

• 12 grades from 9B to H suit sketching, shading and drafting
• Hexagonal barrels resist rolling off the desk
• Comes housed in a durable tin for storage on the go

Cons

• Softer grades need frequent sharpening

Pros

• Trusted Cotman range offers reliable tinting strength for the price
• 10 tube colours give a broad, mixable palette
• Well suited to students and hobbyists stepping up from pans

Cons

• Premium price compared to entry-level watercolour sets

Pros

• Works on rock, wood, glass, ceramic and fabric for varied projects
• Quick-drying, water resistant finish once cured
• 24 colours suit rock painting, card making and kids crafts

Cons

• Pen nibs need priming before each use for a smooth line

Pros

• Opaque acrylic ink covers dark and light surfaces alike
• Works on fabric, glass, wood, ceramic and rock art
• Medium tip suits both bold fills and finer outlines

Cons

• Nibs can dry out if the cap is left off too long