10 Awesome Gifts for Art Teachers  

Gifting to an art teacher is a meaningful way to recognize their dedication and passion for fostering creativity in their students. While traditional occasions like Teacher Appreciation Week or the end of the school year are great opportunities to show your gratitude, there are also other special moments when gifting an art teacher can make a memorable impact.

One opportune time to gift an art teacher is during an art exhibition or showcase featuring their students’ artwork. It’s a chance to celebrate the art teacher’s guidance and expertise in helping students develop their artistic skills and express their unique creativity. By offering a token of appreciation during this event, you can highlight the art teacher’s invaluable contribution to the success of the exhibition.

One aspect to consider when gifting to an art teacher is their love for artistic exploration. Art teachers often encourage their students to experiment with various mediums, techniques, and styles. A thoughtful gift can be something that supports their ongoing artistic journey, such as books that delve into art history, technique guides, or resources on contemporary art. These resources can not only enhance their knowledge but also inspire them to bring new ideas and perspectives into their teaching.

Another consideration is the importance of art supplies. Art teachers constantly need a fresh supply of materials to support their students’ creative endeavors. Gifting art supplies can be a practical and appreciated gesture. However, it’s essential to take into account the specific mediums the art teacher focuses on, as each medium requires different materials and tools.

Moreover, supporting an art teacher’s professional development can be a valuable gift. Funding their attendance at workshops, conferences, or art-related events can help them expand their skills, network with other art educators, and stay updated on current trends and practices in the art education community.

Remember, the best gifts for art teachers are often those that reflect their love for creativity, self-expression, and artistic exploration. Consider their personal interests and preferences when selecting a gift, keeping in mind that it’s the sentiment behind the gesture that truly matters.

Art Teacher Gift Ideas

1. Famous Painting Socks

Normally we would advise against gifting too many socks but this artsy sock gift set is not your average pack of fluffy socks! If you know your art teacher has a passion for paintings then why not treat them to this pack of socks featuring some of the world’s most famous paintings? Featuring the Mona Lisa, the Scream and the Great Wave your art teacher is sure to get a kick out of these socks!

2. Bob Ross Bobblehead

Almost every art teacher ever is sure to be familiar with Bob Ross painting his happy little trees on The Joy Of Painting. So why not keep your art teacher smiling with this cute little Bob Ross bobblehead? An adorable addition to any studio this bobblehead will keep them going through all the happy accidents and wildest students!

3. Palette and Brush Earrings

This is a great gift for any art teacher who isn’t afraid to accessorize! The cute little palette and brush are actually double-sided earrings that we are sure any art teacher would love to wear in their classroom. What better way to tell the world you’re an artist than with a cute pair of earrings? You can find many different art-inspired earrings online but these are our favorites due to the lightweight wooden charms and the double-sided design! The bohemian-inspired style is also a massive win in our book!

4. It’s Okay Classroom Poster

Any aspiring artist will face a mountain of mistakes which will all be part of the learning process. However, for some students, this can be a little disheartening and they may start to stray away from enjoying art. Help your art teacher out by purchasing this super sweet wall art for their classroom that lets all their students know they are doing just fine and they must trust the process. Many teachers will also find this poster motivating when their classroom gets a little chaotic too! Better still the muted rainbow colors mean this poster will work well in pretty much any classroom!

5. Not Paint Water Mug

Most of us sit in two camps when gifting mugs, there are those of us who dread another mug and often find themselves hauling any extra coffee mugs straight off to goodwill. However, if you know your art teacher is in the second group who simply cannot stop hoarding coffee mugs then you might want to consider this next gift idea for them! If you have ever enjoyed a nice afternoon painting and then made a hot coffee then you may have experienced cleaning your brush in your coffee and drinking your paint water! Help stop this gross experience for your art teacher with this hilarious not paint water coffee mug! Any art teacher will surely smile when they see the fun slogan on the side!

6. Paintbrush Shaped Pens

Unfortunately being an art teacher still means you have to sift through mountains of homework which means you don’t always get to use fun markers and paints in your classroom. Luckily, you can bring a little artistic edge to your art teacher’s grading with these super cool bamboo paintbrush pens! The bamboo material means they are lightweight and better for the environment while the paintbrush design is a cute addition to any art teacher’s arsenal of art supplies!

7. Color Wheel Enamel Pin

Some art teachers love to let their creativity flow into their outfits and accessories so why not find a gift that they can enjoy wearing every day? We think this enamel color wheel pin is really cool and better yet it can spin! Many art teachers will spend ages spinning this pin whether it be to find awesome color combinations or if it is to simply calm down in a wild classroom!

8. Apron with Pockets

If you are more on the side of a practical gift giver then why not purchase one of these canvas aprons for your art teacher? This one has plenty of practical, roomy pockets to keep all kinds of art tools and comes in a whole bunch of different colors meaning you can really find the perfect apron to match your art teacher’s personality! Better yet, the one size fits all, adjustable design means you don’t need to stress about finding the perfect size for your teacher!

9. Color Wheel Mouse Mat

These days many aspects of teaching in a modern classroom involve a lot of hours spent at a computer. Help your art teacher accessorize their desk space with this cool color wheel mouse mat! All art teachers will be very familiar with the color wheel and better still this is a practical gift you can be sure they will use! The multicolored appearance of the mousemat means it will match any workspace well and is good for both male and female art teachers.

10. Starry Night ID Lanyard

Almost all teaching staff are required to carry or wear some form of ID badge when they are inside the school so why not pick a lanyard that will add some personality to a boring ID card? We love this lanyard as it comes in a whole bunch of designs but our favorite is the starry night design! Art teachers will all be familiar with this extremely famous painting as will most regular people making them easily identifiable as the art teacher!

Art Teacher Gift Ideas