Black Friday Art Supplies Deals 2026
The UK’s biggest art supplies sale event is on it’s way. We’re tracking every deal from every major UK art retailer so you don’t have to. Updated hourly throughout Black Friday weekend (29 November – 2 December 2026).
What you’ll find on this page:
- ✅ Live deals updated hourly (no expired offers)
- ✅ Discount codes verified within the last 24 hours
- ✅ Price comparisons across retailers (know you’re getting the best price)
- ✅ Stock alerts for popular items (no disappointing out-of-stock surprises)
- ✅ Our honest take on what’s actually worth buying
Bookmark this page. We’ll be updating it constantly from 27 November through Cyber Monday (2 December).
When to Shop
Black Friday 2026 Timeline – When to Buy What
Early Access (27-28 November)
Many retailers launch deals early. Expect 20-30% off, with deeper discounts to come.
Best for: Bulk purchases (if you know what you need), restocking basics
Black Friday (29 November)
Peak discounts. Most retailers hit 40-60% off selected lines.
Best for: Big-ticket items (easels, storage, premium paint sets), wish-list splurges
Weekend (30 November – 1 December)
Deals continue, but popular items start selling out.
Best for: Catching deals you missed, comparing final prices
Cyber Monday (2 December)
Last chance. Some retailers add final “doorbuster” deals, others just clear remaining stock.
Best for: Last-minute bargains, items that didn’t sell out
What to Buy
What’s Actually Worth Buying on Black Friday
Based on three years of tracking UK art supply sales, here’s what consistently sees the deepest discounts:
🎨 Best Discounts (40-70% off):
- Watercolor sets – Premium brands (Winsor & Newton, Schmincke, Daniel Smith)
- Canvas packs – Bulk savings on stretched canvas and canvas boards
- Storage solutions – Art bins, portfolio cases, drawer units
- Easels – Both tabletop and studio floor easels
- Brush sets – Multi-piece sets from Pro Arte, Winsor & Newton, Da Vinci
💰 Good Discounts (25-40% off):
- Acrylic paints – Student and artist grade
- Oil paints – Selected ranges
- Sketchbooks & paper – Pads and loose sheets
- Drawing materials – Pencils, charcoal, pastels
- Mixed media supplies – Inks, markers, gouache
😐 Usually Skip (10-20% off):
- Individual tubes – Better to buy sets or wait for year-round sales
- Cheap own-brand items – Already budget-priced, minimal discount
- Specialty tools – Rarely discounted heavily
Retailer Breakdown
UK Retailers to Watch This Black Friday
Cass Art
Historically: 25-40% site-wide, flash deals up to 60% off
Best for: Own-brand supplies, canvas, sketch pads
When: Usually starts early (27 Nov), runs through Cyber Monday
Jackson’s Art
Historically: 20-35% most lines, rotating hourly “super deals” at 50-60% off
Best for: Premium paints, imported brands, professional supplies
When: Black Friday weekend (29 Nov – 2 Dec)
Hobbycraft
Historically: 3-for-2 deals, 20-30% off art ranges
Best for: Craft crossover items, kids’ art supplies, storage
When: Starts early, but best deals on actual Black Friday
The Works
Historically: 50% off selected art supplies, aggressive clearance
Best for: Budget basics, bulk sketch pads, kids/beginner supplies
When: Throughout Black Friday week
Amazon UK
Historically: Lightning deals, 30-50% off with Lightning Deal + voucher stacking
Best for: Copic markers, Winsor & Newton sets, imported brands
When: Starts early, runs through Cyber Monday (deals rotate hourly)
Shopping Tips Section
Black Friday Shopping Tips (From Three Years of Deal Tracking)
✅ Do This:
- Set a budget – Easy to overspend when “everything’s on sale”
- Make a list – Know what you actually need vs. what’s just tempting
- Check stock first – Popular items sell out fast (Arches paper, Copic sets, premium brushes)
- Compare prices – “50% off” doesn’t mean anything if they inflated the RRP
- Sign up for newsletters – Many retailers send exclusive discount codes to subscribers
- Bookmark this page – We’re updating deals hourly (so you don’t have to check 10 sites)
❌ Don’t Do This:
- Don’t buy just because it’s on sale – Will you actually use 48 tubes of cadmium red?
- Don’t assume “Black Friday = cheapest” – Some items go cheaper in January sales
- Don’t ignore shipping costs – Free delivery thresholds often increase during sales
- Don’t forget to use discount codes – Many stack with sale prices
- Don’t wait until Cyber Monday for popular items – They’ll be gone
FAQ Section
Black Friday Art Supplies FAQ
When does Black Friday 2026 start for art supplies?
Most UK art retailers begin early access sales on Wednesday 27 November 2026, with main sales running Friday 29 November through Cyber Monday 2 December.
Which UK art retailer has the best Black Friday deals?
It varies by product category. Jackson’s typically offers the deepest discounts on premium paints, Cass Art excels on canvas and own-brand supplies, and Amazon often beats everyone on Copic markers and imported brands. We track them all on this page.
Are Black Friday art supply deals actually good, or inflated?
Mixed. We’ve tracked three years of pricing data and verify every deal. Legitimate 40-60% discounts do exist (especially on watercolor sets, canvas, and easels), but some retailers inflate RRPs. We flag suspicious pricing.
Should I wait until Cyber Monday for better deals?
No. Popular items (premium paints, Copic sets, quality brushes) sell out over the weekend. Cyber Monday is for clearance and items that didn’t move. Buy what you need on Black Friday.
Do discount codes work on Black Friday sales?
Sometimes. About 60% of UK art retailers allow code stacking during Black Friday. We test and verify every code on this page.
What art supplies should I prioritize buying on Black Friday?
Big-ticket items you’ve been putting off: easels, storage systems, premium paint sets (Winsor & Newton, Schmincke), bulk canvas, and complete brush sets. These see 40-60% discounts vs. 10-20% year-round.
Email Signup Section
Don’t Miss a Single Deal
Join 25,000+ UK artists getting exclusive Black Friday deal alerts delivered straight to your inbox.
We’ll email you when:
- ✅ Retailers launch early access sales (before they’re public)
- ✅ Premium items (Winsor & Newton, Copic, Schmincke) hit 50%+ off
- ✅ Popular items are back in stock
- ✅ Flash sales drop (60-minute doorbusters)
We won’t:
- ❌ Spam you (max 2-3 emails during Black Friday week)
- ❌ Share your email with retailers
- ❌ Send you deals that aren’t actually good