{"title":"Urban Sketching Essentials","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhether you're at the edge of an Icelandic volcano or sketching over breakfast at your favorite coffee shop, we have the tools you need to express the vibrancy of each moment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kuretake-gansai-tambi-starry-colors","title":"Gansai Tambi Starry Colors, Set of 6","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKuretake \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/gansai-tambi-watercolors\"\u003eGansai Tambi watercolors\u003c\/a\u003e are a perfect addition to any desk or studio. Japanese watercolors are more opaque than Western transparent colors, making them simpler to use and a more direct medium for quick sketches. 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Screw the pen back together and squeeze; water quickly saturates the synthetic brush tip. The water will flow automatically while you paint, keeping the brush wet, and you can squeeze the barrel for extra flow.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse Vistage with your travel set of watercolors, as an easy-cleaning brush for mixing colors with water-soluble paint, and as a handy companion to your fountain pen for quick, dynamic sketches. Just draw with almost any fountain pen ink, then go over your work with the Vistage to blend the ink and create shading wherever you want it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Mini Vistage with medium tip and half-size barrel, made to fit in any bag or pocket. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that you may receive English-language packaging if we are out of the Japanese version in our photos. 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The water will flow automatically while you paint, keeping the brush wet, and you can squeeze the barrel for extra flow.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse Vistage with your travel set of watercolors, as an easy-cleaning brush for mixing colors with water-soluble paint, and as a handy companion to your fountain pen for quick, dynamic sketches. Just draw with almost any fountain pen ink, then go over your work with the Vistage to blend the ink and create shading wherever you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Vistage with small tip, perfect for detail work. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that you may receive English-language packaging if we are out of the Japanese version in our photos. 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The water will flow automatically while you paint, keeping the brush wet, and you can squeeze the barrel for extra flow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Vistage with your travel set of watercolors, as an easy-cleaning brush for mixing colors with water-soluble paint, and as a handy companion to your fountain pen for quick, dynamic sketches. Just draw with almost any fountain pen ink, then go over your work with the Vistage to blend the ink and create shading wherever you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Vistage with medium tip, a great all-around size for most watercolorists and sketchers. 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The water will flow automatically while you paint, keeping the brush wet, and you can squeeze the barrel for extra flow.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse Vistage with your travel set of watercolors, as an easy-cleaning brush for mixing colors with water-soluble paint, and as a handy companion to your fountain pen for quick, dynamic sketches. Just draw with almost any fountain pen ink, then go over your work with the Vistage to blend the ink and create shading wherever you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Vistage with large tip, an excellent choice for bold marks and big washes. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that you may receive English-language packaging if we are out of the Japanese version in our photos. 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The water will flow automatically while you paint, keeping the brush wet, and you can squeeze the barrel for extra flow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Vistage with your travel set of watercolors, as an easy-cleaning brush for mixing colors with water-soluble paint, and as a handy companion to your fountain pen for quick, dynamic sketches. Just draw with almost any fountain pen ink, then go over your work with the Vistage to blend the ink and create shading wherever you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Vistage with flat tip, good for making sharper edges than the round sizes. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that you may receive English-language packaging if we are out of the Japanese version in our photos. 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Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strathmore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32230608240723,"sku":"012017704086","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mixedmediapostcards_1of1_c8ba1a03-2cef-4cf6-a5a7-6d81de785d77.jpg?v=1600544687"},{"product_id":"njk-531s-long-point-sharpener-metallic-copper","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Metallic Copper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. 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Each color is highly saturated and easy to work with, lifting and blending effortlessly with the included water brush. Because they are so soft and soluble, you can use them in multiple ways: lay them down dry and then use the water brush, lay them down on wet paper and watch the color bloom instantly, or wet the pencil directly for sketchy, blurred marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Botanical Pocket Set includes twelve colors inspired by flowers and plants: Orange Yellow, Vermilion, Light Carmine, Cold Grey I, Cold Grey II, Blue Violet, Viridian, Olive Green, Raw Umber, Brown Ochre, Ochre, and Indian Red. Also included: a pocket-sized Mitsubishi water brush with a fine point, a colored pencil sharpener with a sharp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNJK\u003c\/a\u003e blade, and a simple plastic pencil extender for when these little pencils get even smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll components of this set are made in Japan by the historic Mitsubishi Pencil Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Pencil Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38036425474227,"sku":"4902778814772","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mitsubishiuniwatercolorpencilset3_1of4.jpg?v=1611336996"},{"product_id":"mitsubishi-9852-hb-pencils-box-of-12","title":"Mitsubishi 9852 Pencil, HB, Set of 12","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMitsubishi's 9852 writing pencil has the classic American pencil look, with the body lacquered in that familiar golden yellow and a pink eraser. But unlike most yellow pencils, this is a premium writing tool. Mitsubishi 9852 offers a smooth feel and dark, clean marks. The lead is perfectly centered in the cedar body so that it sharpens evenly. And that pink eraser? It's soft and effective, not dried-up and smudgy like other pink erasers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA few aesthetic details also help this pencil stand out. The paint is thick and smooth, making the 9852 pleasant to hold and use. The typography on the pencil's barrel (it's foil-stamped with \"Master Writing\" on one side and the model information on the other) is attractively idiosyncratic, with several typefaces and a blue accent for the HB grade. The ferrule is an unusual purplish color, which adds one more unique element to this deceptively old-fashioned pencil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan and packaged in a retro pink-and-green box. One dozen unsharpened pencils per box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/mitsubishi-pencil-co\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd.\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFounded in the 19th century in Tokyo, Mitsubishi Pencil has been one of the world's leading pen and pencil manufacturers for generations. Well-known around the world for their Uni brand of pens and pencils, Mitsubishi continues to innovate and release new products, like POSCA paint markers and an ever-expanding lineup of writing pens.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFun fact: \"Mitsubishi\" means \"three diamonds,\" and the name and three-diamond mark of Mitsubishi Pencil predates the better-known Mitsubishi Group by ten years. Despite sharing the same name and symbol, Mitsubishi Pencil is not related to any of the numerous other Mitsubishi companies in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Pencil Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38125373358259,"sku":"4902778971901","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-hb-set-of-12-pow.jpg?v=1645149525"},{"product_id":"mitsubishi-9852-hb-pencil","title":"Mitsubishi 9852 Pencil, HB, Single","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMitsubishi's 9852 writing pencil has the classic American pencil look, with the body lacquered in that familiar golden yellow and a pink eraser. But unlike most yellow pencils, this is a premium writing tool. Mitsubishi 9852 offers a smooth feel and dark, clean marks. The lead is perfectly centered in the cedar body so that it sharpens evenly. And that pink eraser? It's soft and effective, not dried-up and smudgy like other pink erasers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA few aesthetic details also help this pencil stand out. The paint is thick and smooth, making the 9852 pleasant to hold and use. The typography on the pencil's barrel (it's foil-stamped with \"Master Writing\" on one side and the model information on the other) is attractively idiosyncratic, with several typefaces and a blue accent for the HB grade. The ferrule is an unusual purplish color, which adds one more unique element to this deceptively old-fashioned pencil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne unsharpened pencil. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-hb-pencils-box-of-12\"\u003eAlso sold in boxes of 12.\u003c\/a\u003e Made in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/mitsubishi-pencil-co\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd.\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFounded in the 19th century in Tokyo, Mitsubishi Pencil has been one of the world's leading pen and pencil manufacturers for generations. Well-known around the world for their Uni brand of pens and pencils, Mitsubishi continues to innovate and release new products, like POSCA paint markers and an ever-expanding lineup of writing pens.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFun fact: \"Mitsubishi\" means \"three diamonds,\" and the name and three-diamond mark of Mitsubishi Pencil predates the better-known Mitsubishi Group by ten years. Despite sharing the same name and symbol, Mitsubishi Pencil is not related to any of the numerous other Mitsubishi companies in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Pencil Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38125477658803,"sku":"4902778980071","price":1.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-hb-pow_16b9d5f4-2874-4240-9258-504e4bd5d6ad.jpg?v=1645149775"},{"product_id":"mitsubishi-9852-b-pencils-box-of-12","title":"Mitsubishi 9852 Pencil, B, Set of 12","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMitsubishi's 9852 writing pencil has the classic American pencil look, with the body lacquered in that familiar golden yellow and a pink eraser. But unlike most yellow pencils, this is a premium writing tool. Mitsubishi 9852 offers a smooth feel and dark, clean marks. The lead is perfectly centered in the cedar body so that it sharpens evenly. And that pink eraser? It's soft and effective, not dried-up and smudgy like other pink erasers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA few aesthetic details also help this pencil stand out. The paint is thick and smooth, making the 9852 pleasant to hold and use. The typography on the pencil's barrel (it's foil-stamped with \"Master Writing\" on one side and the model information on the other) is attractively idiosyncratic, with several typefaces and a blue accent for the B grade. The ferrule is an unusual purplish color, which adds one more unique element to this deceptively old-fashioned pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the B grade, one step softer than HB, the standard grade for writing. B grade pencils are our favorite choice for writing and sketching. You do have to sharpen a bit more often, but the lines are bolder and darker than HB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan and packaged in a retro pink-and-green box. One dozen unsharpened pencils per box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/mitsubishi-pencil-co\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd.\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFounded in the 19th century in Tokyo, Mitsubishi Pencil has been one of the world's leading pen and pencil manufacturers for generations. Well-known around the world for their Uni brand of pens and pencils, Mitsubishi continues to innovate and release new products, like POSCA paint markers and an ever-expanding lineup of writing pens.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFun fact: \"Mitsubishi\" means \"three diamonds,\" and the name and three-diamond mark of Mitsubishi Pencil predates the better-known Mitsubishi Group by ten years. Despite sharing the same name and symbol, Mitsubishi Pencil is not related to any of the numerous other Mitsubishi companies in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Pencil Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38126401683635,"sku":"4902778973196","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-b-set-of-12-pow.jpg?v=1645150157"},{"product_id":"mitsubishi-9852-b-pencil","title":"Mitsubishi 9852 Pencil, B, Single","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMitsubishi's 9852 writing pencil has the classic American pencil look, with the body lacquered in that familiar golden yellow and a pink eraser. But unlike most yellow pencils, this is a premium writing tool. Mitsubishi 9852 offers a smooth feel and dark, clean marks. The lead is perfectly centered in the cedar body so that it sharpens evenly. And that pink eraser? It's soft and effective, not dried-up and smudgy like other pink erasers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA few aesthetic details also help this pencil stand out. The paint is thick and smooth, making the 9852 pleasant to hold and use. The typography on the pencil's barrel (it's foil-stamped with \"Master Writing\" on one side and the model information on the other) is attractively idiosyncratic, with several typefaces and a blue accent for the B grade. The ferrule is an unusual purplish color, which adds one more unique element to this deceptively old-fashioned pencil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the B grade, one step softer than HB, the standard grade for writing. B grade pencils are our favorite choice for writing and sketching. You do have to sharpen a bit more often, but the lines are bolder and darker than HB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne unsharpened pencil. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-b-pencils-box-of-12\"\u003eAlso sold in boxes of 12.\u003c\/a\u003e Made in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/mitsubishi-pencil-co\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd.\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFounded in the 19th century in Tokyo, Mitsubishi Pencil has been one of the world's leading pen and pencil manufacturers for generations. Well-known around the world for their Uni brand of pens and pencils, Mitsubishi continues to innovate and release new products, like POSCA paint markers and an ever-expanding lineup of writing pens.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFun fact: \"Mitsubishi\" means \"three diamonds,\" and the name and three-diamond mark of Mitsubishi Pencil predates the better-known Mitsubishi Group by ten years. Despite sharing the same name and symbol, Mitsubishi Pencil is not related to any of the numerous other Mitsubishi companies in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Pencil Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38126446313651,"sku":"4902778980088","price":1.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/mitsubishi-9852-b-pow.jpg?v=1645149988"},{"product_id":"531s-long-point-sharpener-metallic-silver","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Metallic Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. Their motto, \"light as an apple peel, sharp as a Samurai sword,\" reflects the experience of gently twisting an NJK sharpener and watching long, continuous swirls of cedar peel gracefully from your pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simple, incredibly well-made products are the result of NJK's eighty years of history and their intense commitment to quality control. Although NJK makes Japan's best-selling sharpener, you'll still find the company's president on the factory floor, taking part in the delicate blade polishing process that makes these sharpeners special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Art Supply proudly offers a wider selection of NJK than any other retailer in the United States. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\"\u003eBrowse the whole collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NJK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38247201276083,"sku":"798237951133","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/njk531ssilversmokeyboxPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1698973698"},{"product_id":"531s-long-point-sharpener-gunmetal","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Gunmetal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. Their motto, \"light as an apple peel, sharp as a Samurai sword,\" reflects the experience of gently twisting an NJK sharpener and watching long, continuous swirls of cedar peel gracefully from your pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simple, incredibly well-made products are the result of NJK's eighty years of history and their intense commitment to quality control. Although NJK makes Japan's best-selling sharpener, you'll still find the company's president on the factory floor, taking part in the delicate blade polishing process that makes these sharpeners special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Art Supply proudly offers a wider selection of NJK than any other retailer in the United States. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\"\u003eBrowse the whole collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NJK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38247201570995,"sku":"798237951140","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/njk531sgunmetalsmokeyboxPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1698973273"},{"product_id":"531s-long-point-sharpener-metallic-green","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Metallic Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. Their motto, \"light as an apple peel, sharp as a Samurai sword,\" reflects the experience of gently twisting an NJK sharpener and watching long, continuous swirls of cedar peel gracefully from your pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simple, incredibly well-made products are the result of NJK's eighty years of history and their intense commitment to quality control. Although NJK makes Japan's best-selling sharpener, you'll still find the company's president on the factory floor, taking part in the delicate blade polishing process that makes these sharpeners special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Art Supply proudly offers a wider selection of NJK than any other retailer in the United States. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\"\u003eBrowse the whole collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NJK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38247205044403,"sku":"798237951164","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/njk531sGreenclearPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1698973559"},{"product_id":"hahnemuhle-toned-watercolor-book-grey","title":"Toned Watercolor Book, Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne look at Hahnemühle's new Toned Watercolor Book and we were in love. The first thing you'll notice is the hardcover format, covered in water-resistant waxed linen and finished with a red ribbon and color-coordinated elastic closure. It's a highly portable package designed for making sketches wherever you are and keeping your work protected from dirt, dust, and moisture. And we think its understated beauty speaks for itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German-made cold press watercolor paper in these books is highly versatile and well-suited to a wide range of watercolor and drawing techniques. Colors lift easily from the paper, thanks to the sizing applied to this paper. The grain pattern is pronounced enough to make your landscapes look organic, but a fountain pen will still move smoothly across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, these watercolor books contain uniquely toned paper: in this case, a cool purplish grey that's ideal for city scenes and rainy days. You'll be able to realize complete, satisfying sketches more quickly since the background is already a gorgeous midtone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Toned Watercolor Book contains 30 sheets (60 pages when using both sides) of 200 gsm watercolor paper. Available in multiple sizes. Made in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/hahnemuhle-toned-watercolor-book-tan\"\u003eHahnemühle Toned Watercolor Book in warm tan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"A6 (4.1\" x 5.8\")","offer_id":38261952544947,"sku":"4011367111830","price":17.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Square (5.5\" x 5.5\")","offer_id":39324949217459,"sku":"4011367111854","price":21.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A5 (5.8\" x 8.3\")","offer_id":38261952577715,"sku":"4011367111847","price":25.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/hahnemuhletonedwatercolorgreya6_1of4.jpg?v=1613936271"},{"product_id":"hahnemuhle-toned-watercolor-book-tan","title":"Toned Watercolor Book, Tan","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne look at Hahnemühle's new Toned Watercolor Book and we were in love. The first thing you'll notice is the hardcover format, covered in water-resistant waxed linen and finished with a red ribbon and color-coordinated elastic closure. It's a highly portable package designed for making sketches wherever you are and keeping your work protected from dirt, dust, and moisture. And we think its understated beauty speaks for itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German-made cold press watercolor paper in these books is highly versatile and well-suited to a wide range of watercolor and drawing techniques. Colors lift easily from the paper, thanks to the sizing applied to this paper. The grain pattern is pronounced enough to make your landscapes look organic, but a fountain pen will still move smoothly across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, these watercolor books contain uniquely toned paper: in this case, a warm, earthy tan that's ideal for landscape painting and afternoon light. You'll be able to realize complete, satisfying sketches more quickly since the background is already a gorgeous midtone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Toned Watercolor Book contains 30 sheets (60 pages when using both sides) of 200 gsm watercolor paper. Available in multiple sizes. Made in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/hahnemuhle-toned-watercolor-book-grey\"\u003eHahnemühle Toned Watercolor Book in cool grey\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"A6 (4.1\" x 5.8\")","offer_id":38262018539699,"sku":"4011367111861","price":17.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Square (5.5\" x 5.5\")","offer_id":39324956459187,"sku":"4011367111885","price":21.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A5 (5.8\" x 8.3\")","offer_id":38262018572467,"sku":"4011367111878","price":25.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/hahnemuhletonedwatercolortana6_4of4.jpg?v=1614007824"},{"product_id":"the-collection-watercolor-block-rough","title":"Hahnemühle Collection Watercolor Block, Rough, 9.4\" x 12.6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHahnemühle's history dates over 400 years to its founding in 1584, and this German manufacturer has always been a leader in fine art paper. The Collection is Hahnemühle's celebration of the best techniques and materials, in formats that suit the contemporary artist. All of the paper pads in The Collection are made from 100% cotton rag, using the best paper-making technology, with an ingredient list that is completely vegan and safe for archival use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collection Watercolor Blocks are among the finest watercolor paper options in the world, but they cost much less than other high-quality European watercolor blocks. They are made by the traditional \"cylinder mould\" technique, which is much more labor-intensive and time-consuming than modern, high-speed machines. A slowly rotating cylinder collects cotton pulp from the water vat, then deposits the wet sheet of paper on a natural felt surface for drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a much stronger and more uniform sheet, thanks to the random distribution of fibers created by this old-fashioned technique. With cheaper modern machines, the fibers are all aligned in one direction, meaning the paper tears too easily in that direction and too roughly in the other direction. Cylinder mould watercolor paper can be torn in both directions and boasts a more natural-looking grain pattern from the felt pad used to dry it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to this time-honored technique, Hahnemühle uses the very best ingredients for The Collection watercolor paper. The fibers are 100% cotton rag, and the vegan sizing offers excellent handling of paint and resistance to wetting, soaking, scrubbing, masking, and any other technique used by the professional watercolorist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn another traditional touch, The Collection watercolor paper is bound in a block, with black glue around all four sides, so it's impossible for the paper to warp while you paint on it. Let your work dry, then insert a smooth knife in the gap at the top of the block to release the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth protective sheet is bound into the block so that the surface is absolutely perfect when it reaches you. Peel off this printed sheet to start using your new paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the rough surface version of The Collection watercolor paper. With more pronounced pockets than cold press paper, pigment can gather and create extra depth for natural subjects and complex lighting. Rough surface paper is especially nice with granulating colors like ultramarine blue (pictured), which naturally have light and dark areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock The Collection watercolor blocks in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-cold-press\"\u003ecold press\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-hot-press\"\u003ehot press\u003c\/a\u003e surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300 gsm (140#) weight. Ten sheets per block. 24 x 32 cm (9.4\" x 12.6\"). Made in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39253923397811,"sku":"4011367111571","price":28.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/hahnemuhle-collection-140-rough-9x12-pow.jpg?v=1712072082"},{"product_id":"the-collection-watercolor-block-hot-press","title":"Hahnemühle Collection Watercolor Block, Hot Press, 9.4\" x 12.6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHahnemühle's history dates over 400 years to its founding in 1584, and this German manufacturer has always been a leader in fine art paper. The Collection is Hahnemühle's celebration of the best techniques and materials, in formats that suit the contemporary artist. All of the paper pads in The Collection are made from 100% cotton rag, using the best paper-making technology, with an ingredient list that is completely vegan and safe for archival use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collection Watercolor Blocks are among the finest watercolor paper options in the world, but they cost much less than other high-quality European watercolor blocks. They are made by the traditional \"cylinder mould\" technique, which is much more labor-intensive and time-consuming than modern, high-speed machines. A slowly rotating cylinder collects cotton pulp from the water vat, then deposits the wet sheet of paper on a natural felt surface for drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a much stronger and more uniform sheet, thanks to the random distribution of fibers created by this old-fashioned technique. With cheaper modern machines, the fibers are all aligned in one direction, meaning the paper tears too easily in that direction and too roughly in the other direction. Cylinder mould watercolor paper can be torn in both directions and boasts a more natural-looking grain pattern from the felt pad used to dry it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to this time-honored technique, Hahnemühle uses the very best ingredients for The Collection watercolor paper. The fibers are 100% cotton rag, and the vegan sizing offers excellent handling of paint and resistance to wetting, soaking, scrubbing, masking, and any other technique used by the professional watercolorist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn another traditional touch, The Collection watercolor paper is bound in a block, with black glue around all four sides, so it's impossible for the paper to warp while you paint on it. Let your work dry, then insert a smooth knife in the gap at the top of the block to release the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth protective sheet is bound into the block so that the surface is absolutely perfect when it reaches you. Peel off this printed sheet to start using your new paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the hot press version of The Collection watercolor paper. Also called \"satin finish,\" hot press is the smoothest watercolor paper available. It's great for work that benefits from super sharp brushstrokes, like abstract pieces and ultra-realistic portrait work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock The Collection watercolor blocks in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-cold-press\"\u003ecold press\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-rough\"\u003erough\u003c\/a\u003e surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300 gsm (140#) weight. Ten sheets per block. 24 x 32 cm (9.4\" x 12.6\"). Made in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39253994012851,"sku":"4011367111601","price":28.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/hahnemuhle-collection-140-hot-9x12-pow.jpg?v=1712072002"},{"product_id":"the-collection-watercolor-block-cold-press","title":"Hahnemühle Collection Watercolor Block, Cold Press, 9.4\" x 12.6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHahnemühle's history dates over 400 years to its founding in 1584, and this German manufacturer has always been a leader in fine art paper. The Collection is Hahnemühle's celebration of the best techniques and materials, in formats that suit the contemporary artist. All of the paper pads in The Collection are made from 100% cotton rag, using the best paper-making technology, with an ingredient list that is completely vegan and safe for archival use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collection Watercolor Blocks are among the finest watercolor paper options in the world, but they cost much less than other high-quality European watercolor blocks. They are made by the traditional \"cylinder mould\" technique, which is much more labor-intensive and time-consuming than modern, high-speed machines. A slowly rotating cylinder collects cotton pulp from the water vat, then deposits the wet sheet of paper on a natural felt surface for drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a much stronger and more uniform sheet, thanks to the random distribution of fibers created by this old-fashioned technique. With cheaper modern machines, the fibers are all aligned in one direction, meaning the paper tears too easily in that direction and too roughly in the other direction. Cylinder mould watercolor paper can be torn in both directions and boasts a more natural-looking grain pattern from the felt pad used to dry it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to this time-honored technique, Hahnemühle uses the very best ingredients for The Collection watercolor paper. The fibers are 100% cotton rag, and the vegan sizing offers excellent handling of paint and resistance to wetting, soaking, scrubbing, masking, and any other technique used by the professional watercolorist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn another traditional touch, The Collection watercolor paper is bound in a block, with black glue around all four sides, so it's impossible for the paper to warp while you paint on it. Let your work dry, then insert a smooth knife in the gap at the top of the block to release the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth protective sheet is bound into the block so that the surface is absolutely perfect when it reaches you. Peel off this printed sheet to start using your new paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the cold press version of The Collection watercolor paper. Cold press is the most popular and historically important type of watercolor paper, with its characteristic textured surface that makes landscapes look more real. Pigment gathers in the deeper areas of the paper, creating the illusion of depth and texture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock The Collection watercolor blocks in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-hot-press\"\u003ehot press\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/the-collection-watercolor-block-rough\"\u003erough\u003c\/a\u003e surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300 gsm (140#) weight. Ten sheets per block. 24 x 32 cm (9.4\" x 12.6\"). 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The metal clip grabs your notebook cover firmly, and the expandable wire loop can hold even our widest pens, like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kaweco-perkeo-fountain-pen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaweco Perkeo fountain pen\u003c\/a\u003e shown in our photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39332147691699,"sku":"4902805822190","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/midoriminiclippenholdergold_1of1.jpg?v=1614968006"},{"product_id":"midori-miniclip-penholder-black","title":"Miniclip Penholder, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eMidori Miniclip Penholder is the perfect way to add a pen loop to any notebook! The metal clip grabs your notebook cover firmly, and the expandable wire loop can hold even our widest pens, like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kaweco-perkeo-fountain-pen\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaweco Perkeo fountain pen\u003c\/a\u003e shown in our photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39332149362867,"sku":"4902805822183","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/midoriminiclippenholderblack_1of1.jpg?v=1614968051"},{"product_id":"midori-miniclip-penholder-silver","title":"Miniclip Penholder, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eMidori Miniclip Penholder is the perfect way to add a pen loop to any notebook! 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These lovely travel brushes, part of Raphaël's Le Voyageur series, combine the advanced Precision fiber tip with a collapsible metal handle that protects the point from damage. That means you can toss this brush in your backpack or watercolor kit and head out; don't worry, your brush will be in perfect condition when you arrive. (Pro tip: get your travel brush wet and shape the tip with your fingers before closing it. That way, you won't bend the hairs out of place.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you'd expect from a legendary French manufacturer, Raphaël has given the Precision Travel series an excellent fit and finish. The Precision brush tip is firmly secured inside the ferrule, so you won't see stray hairs in your watercolor even with strong scrubbing. The metal handle is perfectly machined to fit straight when extended and slide together smoothly when collapsed. Finally, the Raphaël name is stamped in gold foil on the natural wood part of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in #0 Round (2.2 mm diameter) and #5 Round (4.5 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/travel-brushes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecollection of travel brushes\u003c\/a\u003e, including more options from Raphaël.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Raphaël:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Paris in 1793, Raphaël is the oldest fine art brush maker in Europe. Following the time honored tradition of master and apprentice, the highly skilled craftswomen of Raphaël must train for years before they are ready to produce a Raphaël brush. The finest hairs and bristles are imported from all over the world and hand-sorted to ensure the highest quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raphaël","offers":[{"title":"Round #0","offer_id":39385784254643,"sku":"3046451873531","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Round #5","offer_id":39385784287411,"sku":"3046451873548","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/raphaelprecisiontravelopenclosedcorr_1of1.jpg?v=1615912466"},{"product_id":"raphael-softaqua-travel-brushes","title":"Softaqua Travel Brushes","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRaphaël Softaqua brushes are as lush and absorbent as the best squirrel hair brushes, but they're made of a synthetic fiber that's vegan and cruelty-free. Look closely and you'll see that Raphaël has replicated the wavy texture of squirrel hair, its coarseness, and its remarkably soft touch when wet. When dipped in watercolor, the Softaqua fibers cling together in a perfect shape, and when you touch them to the paper, they spread out evenly and allow for smooth transitions between thin and thick marks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese lovely travel brushes, part of Raphaël's Le Voyageur series, combine the advanced Softaqua fiber tip with a collapsible metal handle that protects the point from damage. That means you can toss this brush in your backpack or watercolor kit and head out; don't worry, your brush will be in perfect condition when you arrive. (Pro tip: get your travel brush wet and shape the tip with your fingers before closing it. That way, you won't bend the hairs out of place.)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you'd expect from a legendary French manufacturer, Raphaël has given the Softaqua Travel series an excellent fit and finish. 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The finest hairs and bristles are imported from all over the world and hand-sorted to ensure the highest quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raphaël","offers":[{"title":"Pointed Quill Mop","offer_id":39385810305203,"sku":"3046451873524","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Round","offer_id":39385810337971,"sku":"3046451873517","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/raphaelsoftaquatravelopenclosedcorr_1of1.jpg?v=1615615717"},{"product_id":"raphael-le-voyageur-travel-brush-set","title":"Le Voyageur Travel Brush Set","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRaphaël's Le Voyageur Travel Brush set is the ultimate brush kit for the roving watercolor artist. 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Finally, the Raphaël name is stamped in gold foil on the natural wood part of the handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/travel-brushes\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/travel-brushes\"\u003ecollection of travel brushes\u003c\/a\u003e, including more options from Raphaël.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Raphaël:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Paris in 1793, Raphaël is the oldest fine art brush maker in Europe. Following the time honored tradition of master and apprentice, the highly skilled craftswomen of Raphaël must train for years before they are ready to produce a Raphaël brush. The finest hairs and bristles are imported from all over the world and hand-sorted to ensure the highest quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raphaël","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39385841074355,"sku":"3046451875498","price":79.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/raphael-voyageur-3pk-pow-comp-2.jpg?v=1646792208"},{"product_id":"hahnemuhle-watercolor-postcard-tin-cold-press","title":"Watercolor Postcard Tin, Cold Press","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for travel and urban sketching, Hahnemühle watercolor postcards are packaged in a stylish and easy-to-carry metal tin. Inside, you'll find 30 round-edged postcards printed with address lines on the reverse. Hahnemühle uses soft, cold press watercolor paper for these premium postcards, making them a good choice for a wide range of techniques with brush and pen. Try combining fountain pen with watercolor as you explore a new city or sketch your backyard garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostcards measure 4.1\" x 5.8\" (A6 size), suitable for mailing at the postcard rate in the United States and many other countries. 230 gsm (105#) paper weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/hahnemuhle-watercolor-postcard-tin-rough\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erough texture\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/watercolor-postcards\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/watercolor-postcards\"\u003eBrowse all our watercolor postcard options.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39720195850419,"sku":"4011367105952","price":13.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/hahnwcpc2024.jpg?v=1711158306"},{"product_id":"hahnemuhle-watercolor-postcard-tin-rough","title":"Watercolor Postcard Tin, Rough","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for travel and urban sketching, Hahnemühle watercolor postcards are packaged in a stylish and easy-to-carry metal tin. Inside, you'll find 30 round-edged postcards printed with address lines on the reverse. Hahnemühle uses soft, rough-textured watercolor paper for these premium postcards, making them a good choice for a wide range of techniques with brush and pen. Try combining fountain pen with watercolor as you explore a new city or sketch your backyard garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostcards measure 4.1\" x 5.8\" (A6 size), suitable for mailing at the postcard rate in the United States and many other countries. 230 gsm (105#) paper weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/hahnemuhle-watercolor-postcard-tin-cold-press\"\u003ecold press\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/watercolor-postcards\"\u003eBrowse all our watercolor postcard options.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hahnemühle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39720199127219,"sku":"4011367500009","price":13.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/hahnemuhlewatercolorpostcardtinrough2021_1of1.jpg?v=1619744659"},{"product_id":"enameled-metal-watercolor-tin-24-slots","title":"Enameled metal watercolor tin, 24 slots","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tin is an essential tool for watercolorists who use pan colors. Compatible with all half pans (the tabs flex to fit slightly different sizes), the tin has plenty of space for mixing and is coated with white enamel so that paint will spread rather than beading up. There are officially twenty-four slots, but depending on the brand, you may be able to squeeze in a couple more half pans. The locking tabs are easy to open and close and keep your pans in place, and the tray that holds your paint is removable for easy cleaning and extra mixing space in the studio. The back of the tin is fitted with a finger loop, so you can use it standing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold empty; paints shown as an example only.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for something a bit smaller? We also stock a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/enameled-metal-watercolor-tin-12-slots\"\u003e12-slot enameled watercolor tin\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39961020858547,"sku":"747989312372","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/24slotmetalwctin_1of2.jpg?v=1623377806"},{"product_id":"njk-531s-long-point-sharpener-metallic-blue","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Metallic Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. Their motto, \"light as an apple peel, sharp as a Samurai sword,\" reflects the experience of gently twisting an NJK sharpener and watching long, continuous swirls of cedar peel gracefully from your pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simple, incredibly well-made products are the result of NJK's eighty years of history and their intense commitment to quality control. Although NJK makes Japan's best-selling sharpener, you'll still find the company's president on the factory floor, taking part in the delicate blade polishing process that makes these sharpeners special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Art Supply proudly offers a wider selection of NJK than any other retailer in the United States. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\"\u003eBrowse the whole collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NJK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40030272585907,"sku":"798237951188","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/njk531sBlueclearPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1698973402"},{"product_id":"njk-531s-long-point-sharpener-metallic-pink","title":"#531S Long Point Sharpener, Metallic Pink","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NJK 531S Long Point Sharpener is our new favorite for long, strong pencil points. It's more compact than other long point sharpeners, and quicker to use because only one sharpening step is required. The resulting point is a perfect balance between sharpness and durability; it's almost as sharp as the one made by our best two-step sharpener and much less likely to break. And the 531S is highly efficient, using up less of your pencil than other long point sharpeners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement blade unit is included, so you'll get a long life out of this little sharpener. We also sell the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/replacement-blade-for-njk-531s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ereplacement blades\u003c\/a\u003e separately, in case you need more than one. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Nakajima Jukyudo Co. (NJK):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNJK, a third-generation family business in Osaka, Japan, does one thing impossibly well. They make pencil sharpeners with insanely sharp and consistent blades that produce better points, faster, with less breakage and friction. Their motto, \"light as an apple peel, sharp as a Samurai sword,\" reflects the experience of gently twisting an NJK sharpener and watching long, continuous swirls of cedar peel gracefully from your pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simple, incredibly well-made products are the result of NJK's eighty years of history and their intense commitment to quality control. Although NJK makes Japan's best-selling sharpener, you'll still find the company's president on the factory floor, taking part in the delicate blade polishing process that makes these sharpeners special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Art Supply proudly offers a wider selection of NJK than any other retailer in the United States. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/njk\"\u003eBrowse the whole collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NJK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40030293524659,"sku":"798237951171","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/njk531sRedclearPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1698973637"},{"product_id":"raphael-mini-watercolor-brushes","title":"Mini Watercolor Brushes","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese adorably short-handled watercolor brushes offer a pro quality painting tool in a travel-friendly mini size that fits into any pencil box or pouch. The brush tips are the same size as other watercolor brushes; only the handles are mini! Made by the historic Parisian brush manufacturer Raphaël, Mini Brushes use two of the most advanced synthetic fibers on the market to enable a wide range of techniques for the modern artist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe black-handled quill brushes are made with Raphaël Softaqua fibers: wavy, ultra-soft bristles that hold an impressive amount of color and allow for expressive strokes that seamlessly shift from thin to thick. They're perfect for washes and organic shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe dark wood-handled brushes are made with Raphaël Precision fibers: synthetic sable bristles designed for painting fine detail, with a springy, firm feel that's designed to help you create the perfect line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvery Mini Brush is made with completely vegan components. They are priced by size and shape, so please refer to our photographs and choose the ones you like best from the drop-down menu. We recommend pairing one of the Softaqua brushes with a fine-tipped Precision brush for a great combination of flow and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRaphaël Mini Brushes measure around 4.5\" to 5\" long, depending on the specific size and shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raphaël","offers":[{"title":"Round #0","offer_id":40304198877363,"sku":"3046450731429","price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Round #1","offer_id":40304198910131,"sku":"3046450731436","price":7.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Round #2","offer_id":40304198942899,"sku":"3046450731443","price":7.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Round #3","offer_id":40304198975667,"sku":"3046450731467","price":7.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Quill #0","offer_id":40304199008435,"sku":"3046450731535","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Quill #4","offer_id":40304199041203,"sku":"3046450731542","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Flat #0","offer_id":40304199073971,"sku":"3046450731474","price":7.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Flat #1","offer_id":40304199106739,"sku":"3046450731481","price":7.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Flat #2","offer_id":40400518971571,"sku":"3046450731498","price":7.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Flat #3","offer_id":40304199139507,"sku":"3046450731504","price":7.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Filbert #1","offer_id":40304199172275,"sku":"3046450731511","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Filbert #2","offer_id":40400523722931,"sku":"3046450731528","price":8.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Complete Set of 12","offer_id":45216547242242,"sku":"785366209327","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/raphael-watercolor-minis-pow.jpg?v=1718485769"},{"product_id":"nichiban-241-masking-tape","title":"Nichiban #241 Masking Tape","description":"\u003cp\u003eStronger and slightly stickier than washi tape, but much more gentle and removable than cheap masking tape, Nichiban #241 Masking Tape has a huge number of uses in the studio or office. Designed for masking sensitive areas during the industrial painting process, Nichiban #241 holds strong and resists water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to Nichiban's extremely detailed product information, we can tell you that Nichiban #241 is 8.3% stickier than the ultra-gentle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/nichiban-251-artist-tape\"\u003eNichiban #210 artist tape\u003c\/a\u003e. That means it can cause damage to the most delicate surfaces, especially if it is left on for a long time. But it also gives the #241 tape broader general utility. For example, you can't wrap a gift with Nichiban artist tape, because it will eventually come unstuck in that kind of application. This masking tape will stick in tougher situations and stay put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNichiban #241 can also be used as an artist tape in most situations, but you'll need to take more care than you would with #210. In our tests, #241 came off cleanly after being left overnight on watercolor paper, including the 100% cotton sheet we tested. However, we did notice some adhesive residue in tests where we rubbed the tape after applying it. This residue was easy to brush off and didn't damage the paper, but it may be a concern for some applications. When using Nichiban #241 for art masking, please apply it without excessive pressure, remove it as soon as you can, and peel slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer so much guidance on this product because we hate tearing our paper. But if you haven't used Nichiban products before, please note that #241 is still much more gentle than most artist tapes and painter's tapes we have tested. It's just not as foolproof as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/nichiban-251-artist-tape\"\u003e#210 artist tape\u003c\/a\u003e. However, we think some artists, especially those using less delicate paper, will appreciate the strength, additional width, and easily visible color of this tape for art masking purposes. (By the way, Nichiban calls this color \"tea,\" which is just delightful.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from washi paper and natural rubber adhesive. Each roll measures 18 m (59') long by 24 mm (0.95\") wide. 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