Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who is passionate about urban sketching, there are wonderful gift options that will both enhance his artistic abilities and fuel his creative spirit. Here are a few meaningful gift ideas to consider:

1. Professional Sketching Set: Invest in a high-quality sketching set with a variety of graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, erasers, and a range of drawing tools. This will allow your son to experiment with different techniques and textures in his urban sketches.

2. Portable Sketchbook: Opt for a compact and durable sketchbook that he can easily carry around during his adventures. Look for one with heavyweight paper that is suitable for sketching and can withstand different artistic mediums such as pencils, watercolors, or ink.

3. Watercolor Travel Set: If your son enjoys adding vibrant colors to his sketches, a portable watercolor travel set would be an ideal gift. Look for a compact set with a variety of colors, a foldable watercolor palette, and a brush. This will allow him to paint on the go and add depth to his urban sketches.

4. Lightweight Tripod Easel: A lightweight and adjustable tripod easel will provide stability and flexibility when your son wants to work on larger sketches or paintings outdoors. This versatile gift will allow him to set up his sketchbook or canvas at different angles, making it easier to capture the intricate details of urban scenes.

5. Inspiring Art Book: Consider gifting your son a book featuring the works of renowned urban sketchers. These books often showcase a collection of sketches from different cities around the world, offering inspiration and guidance for his own artistic journey. Additionally, you can find instructional books that provide tips and techniques specifically tailored to urban sketching.

6. Art Classes or Workshops: Enroll your son in a local art class or workshop focused on urban sketching. This gift will not only provide him with the opportunity to learn from experienced artists but also allow him to connect with a community of fellow sketchers, fostering creativity and growth.

7. Urban Exploration Experience: As urban sketching often involves exploring cities and capturing the essence of different places, consider organizing a trip to a city that he has always wanted to visit. This experience will provide him with endless inspiration and an opportunity to create meaningful sketches that reflect his personal connection to the place.

Remember, the most important aspect of choosing a gift related to your son's passion for urban sketching is to show your support and encouragement for his artistic journey. By giving him tools, experiences, and opportunities to further explore and develop his skills, you are not only giving a meaningful gift but also showing your belief in his talent and passion.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”