My Travel Art Supplies! 2019

[@ukpaul9221]

Hi Alisa - have been looking at a lot of Travel Kit videos and yours is well among the best and most useful. Thanks for sharing. Paul in the UK Midlands

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you so much Paul, I'm glad that this video was helpful to you! I'm currently working on and updated Travel Kit video as so many of you have given me recommendation's and helped me with the questions I had!

[@lark6676]

I use a Fjallraven Kanken Sling...it's perfect for a travel art kit.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

ohhhh, that is a great idea!! I will definitely look into getting one of these! Thank you so much!

[@indigodande4345]

You can get collapsible puppy water dishes from amazon 4 for like 15 or less. they also come with hooks

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Ooo thank you!! I will look into this!! Hopefully I can find one small enough!😄

[@PhoenyxAshe]

@@AlisaLaporteArt There's also silicon collapsing cups in the camping section. I have a couple that are about 8-9 ounces each, and fold down to about .75" high, and are about 3.75" square. A bit big for my "tuck in the purse/bag" kit, but good for more extended traveling.

[@noworries7617]

Love my Delfonics pouches. I have a medium and small. Love them.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you so much Angie! I will look into those!

[@spiralgoddess2399]

Hello, I'm putting together an art travel case, so this video is very helpful. If you want to have some tape without the bulky roll, you could wrap some around a plastic gift card and it would be flat. I've seen people do this with Washi tape.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Spiralgoddess thank you so much! I'm glad this video was helpful as you put together your travel kit! And thank you for the tip, I will definitely do that!! Any way I can save on space I will!!

[@franswey2]

I enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing. I am now subscribed and looking forward to doing some binge watching. So glad I found your channel.~ Fran

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!! Let me know if there is anything in particular you want to learn about!!

[@kimbailey7728]

With regards to the Washi tape....I use masking tape and cut lengths and tape any plastic or metal surface I have...ie..back of paint set, back plastic palette,...wherever...that way I've always got tape and uts not taking up space...also...as for a small water vessel...look at dollar tree for a sauce cup...usually holds about an ounce of water...

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you so much, those are great ideas!

[@iaincraig4871]

You could always cut an inch off the bottom of your rigger brush to save bending the bristles. Just a thought. 😜

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

That is very true! Thank you!

[@amberdulay7238]

Yep, I have a super cheap flat brush that I use for brushing off graphite or eraser dust from my watercolor paper. I had my husband cut off the majority of the handle, so that it would fit into my travel case. I just used a bit of fine sandpaper to smooth the cut end, and it’s perfect!

[@LeetaNocha]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

You're welcome, I'm glad it help 😊

[@Jaymorganhair]

If you are in LA, I found a collapsible cup at Daiso (the Japanese store) for about $2 or so. Very Convienient and they come with a little lid that could possibly be used for mixing paint. It sits about 1/2 an inch tall when fully collapsed. and its bout Also, for your liner brush, You could take a file and trim off and in or inch and a half from the end of the brush. If its specifically your travel brush then it won't matter that its a little shorter. I def want to get that Escoda travel set. And I love the Micron markers. I use a .5, .3, and .2 (very nice for fine lines). I probably use the .2 the most.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

I appreciate you letting me know about this collapsible cup, it will help many viewers in this area! I did end up cutting down the brush so it would fit into my bag. I have loved the Escoda travel brushes and think you will too! Microns are amazing, thank you for reaching out!

[@IratherservetheLord]

Where did you purchase your current case? I like it.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

@I love my enemies if your talking about the case in this video I had purchased it at a Dollar Tree, but that was back in 2019 I'm not sure if they still have this one. I did do an updated video of my travel supplies and I have a new case which I got at Walmart, I've seen them online but I think they recently discontinued the style I have. I'm on the look out for something similar to share with you all.

[@markdonovan1540]

An excellent video, with clear explanations and very useful tips and suggestions. I've recently put together my "on the move" kit and I see that we have very similar contents. 😀 I'm using a Mountain waist pack (fanny pack/bum bag/riñonera), as I often move around by bicycle, so it's easy to carry and has enough zip pockets and space. My Faber-Castell Fineliner isn't waterproof, so I've since taken it out of the kit I also take one fountain pen with Carbon Ink, which I like to use for line work and some shading/cross-hatching etc. Good idea for the short handle flat hake brush, I might look for one of those. I've been thinking of getting a couple of Escoda travel brushes too, as they are a good quality brush.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

That's a great idea Mark, to put it into a fanny pack, I will have to look into that as I move around a lot as well, or if my kids are with me I need my hands free. What is the name of the graphite ink you are using? I'm interested in that.

[@markdonovan1540]

@@AlisaLaporteArt I've just ordered the Platinum Carbon Ink (sorry, not "Graphite" ink - I've since amended the previous comment). The watercolour compatible fountain pen ink I'm using at the moment is Sketch Ink by Rohrer & Klingner. It comes in various colours too. Regarding the fanny pack, the only disadvantage is not being able to open it up and lay it flat, but I usually just take out what I need and work on a table or bench etc. I keep the pens, pencils and water brushes (mine are Tombow) in a mini-pencil case (from IKEA) that is in the bag. My paint set is an old Van Gogh 15 pan plastic pallete, filled with my own choice of tube paints - it fits in the bag, but it's a bit bulky and heavy, so I'm looking for a small tin like the Altoids one you have.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Mark, I appreciate the info for the Carbon ink pen, I will have to give it a go! I like the idea of having different colors as well. I think both kind of packs have their advantages and disadvantages, but if we find something that works for us and allows us to continue painting that's what counts. The Altoids tin works great, I have even made my own pans before using sculpey dough to put the paints in. I have loved my Escoda travel brushes so much, I think you would enjoy them too! I have been updating my travel bag since this video, I think It's time I updated it! Thank you so much, I look forward to hearing more from you and hope to see some of your work too!

[@markdonovan1540]

@@AlisaLaporteArt thank you for the feedback and ideas. I've never shared my work on social media, just with friends so far. I'm a newbie at this, with no art background to speak of. Still, I love it and I've gone a bit crazy with art supplies over the last year, so just now I'm settling into a groove a bit more. I play around with landscape paintings and some flowers, by mainly using KZbin tutorials and demos, but also some reference photos from the Internet or photos I take myself. Occassionally, I do weird stuff that some how pops out of my imagination. I got into sketching more recently, so I'm trying to do that more and improve my observation and drawings skills. I have moments of intense painting activity and then nothing for a couple of weeks. Anyway, I enjoy learning and making a mess too!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

@@markdonovan1540 I think it's great that you have started and enjoy the art process, that's what it's all about. Keep painting, and drawing it will help you move forward in your work. I love that you said you have been spending more time sketching and observing, I believe it's when we take the time to observe not only our surroundings but our drawings as well that we truly improve. We need to take notice of both the good and bad in our own work, to know what to do in the future and how to change the mistakes we made. I have moments where I just want to create but not necessarily create something specific, but get out my feelings on paper or canvas. Thank you so much for talking with me and sharing the start of your art journey, I look forward to seeing you grow in your art!

[@wanderingstar5673]

Don’t know if you are still looking for a better travel bag, but Rite In The Rain 5.5 X 8.5 notebook cover has worked really well for me.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you, I will look into it!!

[@JenniferBuayan]

I have the same pencil case!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

It works great!!🥰

[@coastlineart6589]

I have a pencil case that I love it is called homecube

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Oh thanks!! I will look into that one!!😃 I love looking at new supplies!!

[@coastlineart6589]

Yeah I love helping people with art supplies

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

😃😃 I'm like a kid in a candy store when it comes to art supplies!! Soo many things I want to try!!

[@purpleconfetti110]

i recently stopped using paper towels when painting and switched to a little microfiber towel! It's honestly so much more convenient, eco-friendly, and actually kinda cute!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Gia Hue Nhan that sounds like a great idea yhank you!! Would you mind leaving me a link to which microfiber towel you use? Thanks for watching and for the tip, I would definitely like a way to be more eco-friendly! I use tea towels at home and just wash them when they get dirty!

[@purpleconfetti110]

​@@AlisaLaporteArt I just use the cheap local ones that come at 3 for 1.50$! Not sure if you can get them for that cheap where you live, but it shouldn't be expensive at all!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Oh wow! That's awesome I will look around and see what I can find! Thank you so much!

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

I just got a microfiber towel for my travel set, so I don't have to worry about waste and where to find some if I run out! thank you for your feedback!

[@purpleconfetti110]

Alisa Laporte Art yay!! That’s fantastic! 🥰

[@Zenica204]

For my water cups I alternate from a single $2 shop silicone cupcake holder which squashes flat to a couple of old school film canisters. You can still buy them on aliexpress and they are 100% water tight. Mine are leftover from my days doing film photography. I have also found some art shops have collapsible water containers which fold flat.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

This is great thank you so much! I hadn't thought of using old film canisters! I will have to see if I can find some! 🙌😃

[@Zenica204]

@@AlisaLaporteArt Yep they hold quite a bit of water and are super cheap. NZ$ 2.60 30%OFF | 5PCS 54x33mm Plastic Empty Film Canister Camera Reel Container Storage Case Can For Accessories Art Bead Coin Pill Fishing Bait a.aliexpress.com/rgeV5yEc

[@melonieusher4066]

Collapsible dog dishes ... mine is flat with a carabiner... just attach AMD go

[@melonieusher4066]

And go ... darn fingers

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

That's a good idea! I did finally find something, maybe I should update this video with the new changes!

[@sharonoddlyenough]

I've seen palette cups used with the clip bent out and a magnet glued on for use with travel palettes. I've seen them in Michael's in the same section as palettes

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Yes!!!✊🙌 thank you this is what I've been looking for!!

[@sharonoddlyenough]

@@AlisaLaporteArt I just saw another artist uses the same palette cup, but instead of using magnets to attach it to his palette, he just clips it to his sketchbook and holds that in his hand

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Oh wonderful, thank you so much for your help!!

[@nickis.artworld9557]

Hello, where can I buy this little travel bag you have in the video?

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Hi, I had bought this particular travel bag at the dollar tree.

[@nickis.artworld9557]

@@AlisaLaporteArt Is this an online shop?

[@nickis.artworld9557]

@@AlisaLaporteArt Can you give me the link, please? Because I cannot find it.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Nickis.artworld I got this travel bag a couple years ago at a local dollar tree, it's not an online store, I'm so sorry. I am working on an updated video for this as I've gotten some new stuff including a new bag.

[@peggylorge7307]

What a great idea. What brand of water colors do you use to have the little boxes?

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Peggy they are called Pans, or godets. They come in a variety of brands but my favorites are sennelier and Daniel Smith watercolors!

[@Janartable]

Hi..I enjoyed your video! You said you would have a link to the Escoda Travel brushes, but i can’t see it. Do you remember where you got them?

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Hello! Thank you for letting me know if you check again I did add the link in the description. I love these brushes and don't think you will be disappointed. Happy painting, and let me know if you have any trouble with the link.

[@BonesofStarlight]

Water cups: look for a clip on one made for oil paint.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Bones, thank you so much for your suggestion, I got one of those and even updated my supply video with what things I've changed over the last few years! I hope that one will be helpful for you!

[@lindsaylongpre8188]

I’ve used foldable makeup/toiletries bag with elastic slots for makeup brushes that I use for brushes and pens/pencils. The one I use is from Thirty One gifts.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you so much!!! I will look at them!! That's a great idea!!

[@franswey2]

I like using insulated lunch bags, but when I looked at the pet water bowls I found beka. Dog Travel Bag - Dog Travel Kit with 2 Collapsible Silicone Bowls, 2 Food Containers, Multi-Use Pockets for Accessories. It is awesome! There was, also, a water bowl with silicone bumps on the bottom and top, perfect for cleaning the brush. URWOOW Collapsible Foldable Slow Feeder Pet Dog Cat Puppy Silicone Travel Pet Slow Feeding Bowl Dog Water Dish. Okay, I’m a tad late! 🤦🏼‍♀️ but well intentioned.

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Thank you, these are all great ideas!

[@lauriekendrick1717]

Maxpedition legacy organizer beefy

[@AlisaLaporteArt]

Laurie Kendrick thank you so much! These organizers look amazing!! Do you have one? If so how is it working out for you?