Materials List
everything you need for your communal painting gathering, in one place
UK Materials List
Extra wide paper — after much experimentation this is the one I would really recommend — the right gsm and width! Buy now
2B pencils — you'll need one for each person. Buy now
Liquid watercolours — this set is my absolute favourite, vibrant and easy to use. Buy now
Liquid watercolours (affordable set) — such vibrant colours and I would thoroughly recommend these too. Buy now
Oil pastels — these are the ones I use. Really reliable with a lovely set of colours. Buy now
Dream oil pastels — this is my dream set. I only have a few but would recommend the full set if your budget allows! Buy now
Palettes — get enough so that three people can share one. I normally put out about four for a group of ten. Buy now
Palettes (affordable set) — a very affordable option that works just as well. Buy now
Jam jars — of course you can reuse any jam jars from home. Try to use large ones so you don't need to keep cleaning the water. One between two or three people. Buy now
Brushes — have a good array ready and invite people to try the different types. Buy now
Brushes (large selection) — great to get started with a wide variety. Buy now
Decorator brushes — great for filling in gaps and washes. Buy now
Paint sticks — so much fun, and kids absolutely adore them. Buy now
Fold up tables — lightweight and ideal if you'd like to set up somewhere that doesn't have a table. Just watch your fingers when putting them up! Buy now
Table clips — I couldn't recommend these more. So much better than taping the paper down! Buy now
US Materials List
I am very grateful for my international audience but it does make it quite difficult to recommend products that I can be sure will be ideal for you. For ease I have used Amazon dot com and tried to match it as closely to my preferred materials as possible. I hope you can access these products and they serve you well.
Paper — after a lot of searching, this is the closest match to the paper I use in the UK. A good weight and width. Buy now
2B pencils — get a set so everyone has one. Buy now
Table clips — I couldn't recommend these more. So much better than taping the paper down! Buy now
Liquid watercolour — easy to use and vibrant. Buy now
Oil pastels — great for adding definition and texture. Buy now
Dream oil pastels — perhaps you can afford them! Buy now
Paint sticks — made for kids but fun for everyone! Buy now
Paint palettes — get enough so one palette serves two to three people. Buy now
Jam jars — get enough so one jar serves two to three people. Buy now
Brushes — get a wide selection so everyone can try different textures and sizes. Buy now
Large artist brushes — a wide selection for different effects. Buy now
Decorator brushes — perfect for washes and filling in the gaps. Buy now
Fold up tables — ideal if you don't have a table big enough or want to do it outside. I have two! Buy now
a note from me
I hope you’ve found that list helpful. Although I have linked to Amazon predominantly here (the only place I could source this size of paper!), wherever possible, I’d encourage you to shop small — local art shops, independent suppliers like Cass Art here in the UK. Please note if you buy using the links I have shared with you, I may receive a small commission, for which I am very grateful. If you’re UK based and you are indeed going to shop for everything via Amazon.co.uk, you can use this link for ease.