Art Is the Ultimate Gift
Art has a magic all its own. It calls us to embrace our creative spirit and makes every moment of making a journey worth taking. It’s a lifelong adventure, filled with experiments, surprises, challenges, and triumphs. Along the way, it shapes who we are and takes us places we never dreamed of. Art truly is a gift that keeps on giving—nurturing our souls while opening doors to endless possibilities.
And the beauty of art doesn’t stop with us. When we create, we share something deeply personal—a spark of emotion, a new way of seeing, a moment of connection. The work of an artist moves others, challenges perspectives, and enriches the world in extraordinary ways. Through our creativity, we uplift and inspire those around us.
What Makes the Perfect Gift for an Artist?
Sometimes, the greatest inspiration comes from something unexpected—a tool we've never dared to try, a material with a story waiting to be told, or a high-quality product we’ve been longing for but haven’t splurged on ourselves. These are the treasures that can reshape how we create, unlock new ideas, and reignite the joy of discovery.
This holiday season, celebrate the artists in your life (or yourself!) with the gift of creative possibilities. Whether it’s a boutique brush, an extraordinary palette, or a unique medium to spark experimentation, art materials make thoughtful, meaningful presents that inspire and empower.
The Opus Team has curated Ultimate Gift Ideas to make your holiday shopping easy and full of inspiration. Discover the perfect creative surprises for every artist on your list—and watch their imagination soar!
More Ultimate Gift Ideas from our Staff!
Jo - Opus Langley
Iwata Custom Micron 4502 CM-C Plus Gravity Feed Dual Action Airbrush
My ultimate gift? A custom Micron airbrush — paired with a Smart Jet compressor and a set of Arrow Colour inks. Upgrading to this setup would take me a level above what I’m working with now, offering everything from ultra-fine detail to broad, even coverage. It’s the kind of gift that opens up a whole new world of creative possibilities.
Fifi - Opus Vancouver Harbour Centre
R&F Drawing Oils
I love the feel of oil pastels, but I’ve always wanted that same experience on canvas — without the challenge of a medium that never fully dries. R&F’s drawing oils give me exactly that: the buttery, expressive texture I love, but in a form I can layer into my acrylic paintings. And the best part? They actually dry.
Harlex - Opus Granville Island
A hundred Factis Gum Erasers!
My ultimate gift? Porcelain clay paired with Speedball underglaze and their clear glaze. I’m a ceramic potter, but porcelain was new to me — and the first time I worked with it, I was hooked. The rib creates beautiful textures that really come alive under layered glazes. Speedball’s underglaze and clear glaze both sit beautifully on porcelain, making every surface feel intentional and refined.
Hannah - Opus North Vancouver
Three new Opus Essential Acrylic Trio Sets
The three new Opus Essential Acrylic Sets: Dramatic Neutrals, Autumn Blaze, and my favourite — Woodland Glow. Each set features brand-new colours in the Opus Essential line, and they’re fantastic for colour mixing. They’re also part of our Opus brand family, which means that during November and December, 5% of the revenue supports Art Brings Us Together and local community art organizations.
Kendall - Opus Victoria
R&F Pigment sticks
The R&F Painter’s Dozen Colour Set. I love it for the range of colours, but also because the oil paint comes in stick form — it’s so accessible. You don’t need to pull out a full setup; you can just grab a stick and start painting. They’re buttery, smooth, and blend beautifully, and the value for what you get is incredible.
Looking for even more great gift ideas?
You’ll find all of these in our Gift Guide for Artists — a curated collection filled with art supplies designed to spark inspiration and encourage creativity, no matter the medium. It’s our most comprehensive guide yet, arriving just in time for the holiday season.
To make browsing effortless, we’ve organized everything into clear categories: gifts for Watercolour Artists, Drawing & Illustration enthusiasts, Printmakers, Sculptors, Mixed Media explorers — and even those who turn to art for relaxation, mindfulness, and wellness. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned creator or someone just beginning their artistic journey, there’s something thoughtful for everyone.
So tell us… what’s your Ultimate Gift?
