As we step into 2025, it’s time to elevate your artistic journey. Whether you’re sketching, painting, or exploring mixed media, having the right art supplies can transform your creative process and results. For artists like you, balancing affordability with professional quality is key. That’s why we’ve curated a list of must-have artist tools to help you create your most daring art yet.
These tools combine versatility, quality, and inspiration, making them perfect additions to your artist starter kit. Let’s dive into the five essentials every aspiring artist should have in 2025.
Why Trekell Tools Are Perfect for You
As an emerging artist, you need tools that help you grow without breaking your budget. Trekell’s artist starter kits and professional-quality supplies offer everything you need to experiment, refine, and level up your craft.
- Eco-Friendly Options: Many products are sustainably crafted, aligning with your values.
- Community Support: Trekell’s artist community is always sharing inspiration and tips.
- Quality You Can Trust: Designed to last, giving you confidence in every stroke.
Five Must-Have Artist Tools
1. Trekell’s Kate Zambrano Essential Charcoal Kit: Redefining Drawing Essentials
If you love sketching and shading, the Kate Zambrano Essential Charcoal Kit is a game-changer. This thoughtfully designed kit includes everything you need to create striking, high-contrast works of art.
Why It’s a Must-Have:
- Professional-Grade Quality: The kit features charcoal pencils and tools that glide smoothly on your medium, allowing you to create rich, dynamic textures.
- Versatility: Ideal for portraits, figure studies, or detailed illustrations.
- Compact and Convenient: Perfect for at-home use or taking to classes and workshops.
How to Use It:
Start with light strokes to outline your composition, then build depth with the variety of charcoal pencils included. Use the blending tools to achieve smooth gradients or dramatic contrasts that captivate your audience.
Pro Tip:
Pair this kit with Trekell’s textured panels to create pieces that command attention. The added grit of the panel surface enhances the effect of the charcoal, making your work even more dynamic.
2. Simkins’ Swords - Trekell Starter Artist Brush Set: Your Gateway to Mastery
For painters, finding the right paintbrushes is critical. Enter Simkins’ Swords, a brush set curated by professional artist Greg “Craola” Simkins, designed for those ready to explore their boldest ideas.
Why It’s a Must-Have:
- All-Inclusive Starter Set: Includes brushes for fine detailing, broad strokes, and everything in between.
- High-Quality Bristles: Designed to hold paint well and deliver precise strokes.
- Durability: Built to last, even with frequent use.
How to Use It:
Use the round brush for intricate details and fine lines and the filbert brush for blending and soft strokes. The variety in this artist starter kit ensures you have the tools to bring any vision to life.
Pro Tip:
Experiment with different mediums—these brushes work beautifully with acrylics, oils, and even gouache. Take time to clean and condition them after each session to keep them in pristine condition.
3. Trekell Smooth and Textured Canvases: The Right Foundation for Every Vision
The canvas you choose can make or break your artwork. Trekell’s smooth and textured canvases offer the perfect foundation for different artistic styles.
Why It’s a Must-Have:
- Smooth Canvases: Ideal for fine details and intricate designs.
- Textured Canvases: Perfect for bold, gritty strokes and adding depth to your work.
- Premium Quality: Durable surfaces that stand up to multiple layers of paint and experimentation.
How to Use It:
Pair smooth canvases with fine-tip brushes for detailed work or textured canvases with bold strokes to create striking contrasts.
Pro Tip:
Keep both types of canvases on hand to experiment with how your style evolves across different surfaces.
4. Trekell Altar Panels: For Artists Who Dare to Be Different
Stand out with Trekell’s Altar Panels, designed to inspire creative exploration. These unique panels feature distinctive shapes that bring your art to life in ways traditional canvases can’t.
Why It’s a Must-Have:
- Unique Shapes: Pushes the boundaries of conventional art presentation.
- Durable Build: High-quality wood panels that can handle various mediums.
- Perfect for Display: These panels turn your work into a conversation piece.
How to Use It:
Can be used with any media! Be sure to properly prep to maximize the impact of the Altar Panel’s unconventional shape.
Pro Tip:
Use these panels for series or collections, making your work instantly recognizable at galleries or art fairs.
5. Trekell Palette Knives: Elevate Your Textures
For adding texture and depth, a great set of palette knives is essential. Trekell’s palette knives are designed for artists experimenting with layering, scraping, and sculpting.
Why It’s a Must-Have:
- Versatile: Great for mixing colors, creating textures, and even applying paint directly to the canvas.
- Durable and Ergonomic: Designed for long-lasting use and comfort.
- Multi-Medium Use: Works well with acrylics, oils, and mixed media.
How to Use It:
Start with simple strokes to layer colors and build texture. Use the edge of the knife for fine lines or the flat side for broader application.
Pro Tip:
Combine palette knife techniques with bold brushstrokes from the Simkins’ Swords for a unique blend of precision and spontaneity.
How to Get Started with Your 2025 Art Kit
Ready to assemble your 2025 artist starter kit? Here’s a simple guide:
- Stock Up on Essentials: Start with the Kate Zambrano Charcoal Kit and Simkins’ Swords Brush Set.
- Choose Your Canvas: Experiment with smooth and textured options to discover your preference.
- Add Specialty Tools: Include Altar Panels and palette knives for creative experimentation.
- Organize Your Space: Build a DIY studio that inspires your creativity.
- Create and Share: Take the leap and share your art with the world on social media.
Make 2025 Your Most Creative Year Yet
With Trekell’s tools, 2025 is the year you can fully embrace your creative potential. The Kate Zambrano Essential Charcoal Kit and Simkins’ Swords Brush Set are just the beginning of your artistic evolution. Equip yourself with the right tools, experiment boldly, and watch your vision come to life.
Your artist journey starts here—because your most daring art is yet to come.
Ready to start? Explore Trekell’s full range of tools and make 2025 your most creative year yet.
