Words Related to Arts and Crafts - Art Equipment

a writing instrument with an oil-based ink solution and a small metal or plastic ball at the writing tip

tela

a thick, stiff paper used for items like greeting cards, business cards, and other projects that require durable paper

a type of heavyweight, acrylic-coated paper known for its durability and glossy finish

a darkened and filtered pane of glass that was used by landscape painters in the 17th and 18th centuries

fascia nera

mestolo

a tool used to apply the wet paint film in a consistent and reproducible manner

carta da disegno

cavalletto

a lightweight slanted sketching and drawing board with an angled surface that provides stability for drawing tools while reducing neck strain for artists

gomma

a tool used by artists to protect areas of a drawing or painting while erasing unwanted parts

a metal or plastic ring or cap that fits around the end of a rod or tube to provide reinforcement, protection or to allow it to be attached to a handle

penna stilografica

a pen that uses thick gel ink that dries quickly and allows for smooth strokes with varied shades and colors

an eraser made of synthetic rubber that can be manually shaped and reformed

lay figura

marcatore

a support tool used by artists to steady their hands while drawing or painting

portamina

mezzo

a hand tool used to apply paint to large surfaces quickly and evenly

a tool used to apply paint smoothly and evenly to surfaces

casella di pittura

a tool with a flat, rigid metal blade used to apply and spread thick layers of oil or acrylic paint onto a surface

spatola

tavolozza

carta

a thick, sturdy type of paper made by forming several layers of paper pulp into a single sheet

penna

matita

a round metal part that rotates in one direction and locks in the opposite direction, used on art tools such as paintbrush handles or adjustable clamps

a coated board that artists cover with white pigment and then scrape lines into using a pointed tool, revealing the contrasting black surface underneath to create high-contrast linear artwork

spatola

spugna

pistola a spruzzo

a type of paint that comes in an aerosol can. It is applied to a surface by spraying

a thin metal wire used by artists to assemble and join paper and cardboard pieces into forms and structures

stampino

a metal bar with hooks used to stretch and secure canvas for painting

a rectangular wooden or metal frame used to stretch and secure canvas for painting

a writing or drawing tool used with digital devices and touchscreens

a type of black ink made from soot and glue used in East Asian brush painting

a type of cloth, typically made of cotton, that is coated with a sticky substance such as wax or resin, used to remove dust and dirt from surfaces

a type of writing instrument, typically made of metal, with a fine, pointed tip that is used to draw precise lines and details

any tool used to securely fasten or tighten screws, bolts, or other fasteners, including wrenches and spanners

pergamena

aerografo

pennello

a cosmetic tool with thin, flat bristles fanned out in a shape like a fan, used for applying and blending powder or highlighting products

avellana

a paintbrush with straight, untapered bristles that produce a straight edge when applied to a surface

nasello

a specialized type of paint brush used for applying ink

a fine, thin paintbrush used to apply very precise lines and details

a large, roughly textured paintbrush used for applying thick paint in an impasto style

pennello

a specialized paintbrush designed for creating very thin, precise lines and patterns

a paintbrush with bristles that taper evenly to form a rounded tip

a tool used by artists to contain and localize materials applied to a surface

stippler

a specialized paintbrush used for creating a "drawn-on" or "ragged" style line