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I never had the same kind of book list or supply list as my other friends because I went to art school! I would not have had it any other way. This is a list of the items I needed the most when I started in graphic design.

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Pantone Color Guide Essentials Kits

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I heart these Pantone color guides. With these guides you will get the exact color you want versus trying to guesstimate on from your computer screen... we all know how inaccurate and frustrating that can be.

At $280 it's somewhat of an investment but totally worth it if you're in design.

Updated Jul 30, 2009

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X-Acto Knives

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It's safe to say I have a cut myself a handful of times with an x-acto knife but I couldn't have survived art school without them. Definitely an essential.

Updated Jul 30, 2009

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Canson Tracing Paper Pads

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I've been a big fan of tracing paper my whole life. I love tracing separate items and combining the sheets to see how they all look together.

Updated Jul 30, 2009

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Pentel Sharplet 2 Mechanical Pencil

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I always thought people who used mechanical pencils were so cool. I, sadly, hoped for the day I would get to use them and now I do all the time. Pentel pencils are my favorite brand.

Updated Jul 30, 2009

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Rubber Cement - Best-Test

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This is a great rubber cement. Like the bottle says, rubber cement is a good paper adhesive and doesn't cause curling or buckling like other paper glues. If the glue is too thick for you, you can add rubber cement thinner. Rubber cement is applied with a brush. Supervise children if they're using it. I've gotten woozey off the fumes quite a few times.

Updated Aug 17, 2008

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Matisse Mix-Ins (Dry Mediums)

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I just discovered this brand of dry mix-ins that add texture to paint. They're a great tool for experimentation and adding that final to a painting.

18 different mix-ins to play with. My favorite would be the glass beads.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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Winsor & Newton Brush Set Value Packs

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These set packs are a great way to start your collection and find what kind of brushes you like. This brand is great and reasonably priced. I've had mine for years!

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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3M Scotch Removable Double-Coated Tape

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This tape is a life saver in art school and presentations in general. Best alternative to glue. Keeps everything looking nice and neat.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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Alvin Roll Files - Rex Art Supplies

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Keeps all your large projects organized and protected. Doesn't take up too much space so it's perfect for small apartments.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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Letramax Superblack Mounting Board - Rex Art Supplies

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Mounting boards are a must for professional design presentations. They give the project a nice border and lets the viewer focus on the work.

They're kind of hard to cut so keep a couple extra handy.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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