Curated Silverpoint Gifts
Gifts for artists who draw with light
Silverpoint rewards patience and close looking: every mark is permanent, every tone earned through careful layering. These curated sets bring together the tools, grounds and supports serious draftspeople need to explore this historic metalpoint technique—whether they are just beginning or refining a long-standing practice.
Start with a gift card or inspire them with technique
Not sure which set matches their studio, or want to pair materials with in-depth guidance? Use this section to give flexible choice—or to send them straight to an article that walks through silverpoint materials, grounds and working methods step-by-step.
Natural Pigments Gift Card
Perfect when you know they love materials—but want them to choose.
Give the artist in your life room to explore: gift cards can be used on silverpoint tools, drawing grounds, Rublev Colours paints, and any other materials on the Natural Pigments website.
- Available in multiple denominations
- Delivered by email with simple redemption
- Ideal for last-minute gifting or distant studios
Mastering Silverpoint: Techniques and Tools for Modern Artists
Why a favorite drawing tool of the old masters nearly disappeared—and how today’s artists can use it with confidence.
Silverpoint is rarely used today except by a small number of artists who care deeply about traditional materials, yet it was once a preferred drawing method for the great masters. This article traces how silverpoint fell out of use after the rise of graphite in the 17th century—a curious turn in technical art history given its long, distinguished past.
Alongside this historical perspective, the article explains modern tools, grounds, and working methods so contemporary artists can reintroduce silverpoint into their practice. It pairs naturally with any of the curated sets on this page, helping recipients understand both the technique and the materials inside the box.
Explore curated silverpoint sets
Choose from four silverpoint-focused sets, each built around a different level of experience and studio practice. All combine carefully chosen tools, grounds, and supports so the recipient can begin drawing in metalpoint as soon as the gift is opened.
Silverpoint Starter Kit
A focused introduction for artists ready to try true metalpoint drawing.
This compact kit centers on the Silverpoint Dual Stylus and sterling silverpoints, giving artists a durable, well-balanced tool to explore line, hatching, and value studies on prepared grounds.
- Dual-ended metal stylus for thin and wide lines
- Sterling silverpoints matched to the stylus
- Coordinates effortlessly with Traditional Silverpoint Ground and prepared supports
Silver Bounty
A generous mix of silverpoint tools and complementary studio favorites.
Silver Bounty is designed for artists who delight in finely made tools. The box combines silverpoint accessories with carefully chosen drawing materials so recipients can experiment across media while keeping silverpoint at the center of their practice.
- Curated collection of metalpoint-ready tools and supplies
- Beautifully packaged for gifting straight out of the shipping box
- Ideal for experienced draftspeople expanding their toolkit
Natty Box
A refined selection of small-format tools for desks, travel, or tight workspaces.
Natty Box gathers versatile drawing tools and silverpoint-friendly supplies into a tidy package, ideal for artists who like to keep their favorite materials close at hand without crowding the easel.
- Compact format that fits easily on a drawing table
- Mix of finely chosen tools and accessories
- Thoughtful present for students, teachers, and travelling artists
Silverpoint Drawing Gift Set
An all-in-one presentation box for artists who are serious about silverpoint.
Packed in a wooden case, this set brings together a dual silverpoint stylus, multiple silver, copper and brass points, maintenance tools, and drawing ground so the recipient can set up a dedicated metalpoint station in their studio.
- Dual stylus with interchangeable metalpoints
- Selection of silver, copper, and brass points for varied line quality
- Ground, eraser, and care tools to keep the kit ready for years of use
