Most kits bundle a few core materials so you can start right away, think paints or drawing tools plus supporting basics (and sometimes a small guide). The easiest way to see exactly what is inside each kit is to open the product listing in the Art Sets collection at Art Noise, then add any essentials you want alongside it from Paper and Pads and Brushes and Tools.

For true beginners, look for a set that keeps choices simple and covers the basics so you can focus on learning, then build from there. Start by browsing the Art Sets collection, and if you are leaning toward paint specifically, compare options alongside Artist Acrylics or Watercolours to match the medium you want to learn.

Many sets are great for kids, especially when you match the kit to attention span and mess level, washable and straightforward usually wins. Browse the Art Sets collection, and for age-friendly picks pair it with our Kids Art Supplies in Canada guide plus the curated Kids Paint and Kids Drawing collections.

Yes, you will usually find options across common mediums, including watercolour, acrylic, drawing, and mixed media, depending on current availability. Start with the Art Sets collection, then use these to narrow your choice by medium: Watercolours, Artist Acrylics, and Markers and Precision Pens.

It depends on the kit, but the most common add-ons are the right surface (paper or canvas), a couple of basic brushes, and simple helpers like a palette or water cup for cleanup. After choosing from the Art Sets collection, you can round things out with Paper and Pads, Panels, Canvas and Substrates, and Painting Accessories.

Art sets make excellent gifts because they feel generous and remove the “what do I buy?” stress, especially for beginners and kids. Pick a kit from the Art Sets collection, and if you want a flexible backup (or a perfect add-on), pair it with a gift card or gift-ready wrap and tags.

Absolutely, sets can be a great way to standardize supplies for a class, club, or studio course, especially when you want everyone working with the same materials. Start by browsing the Art Sets collection, then use our Classroom Art Supplies for schools and teachers page to sort out lists, quantities, and ordering needs.

When you use up a kit, the easiest upgrade path is to replace just the items you loved (more paint, better paper, a favourite brush), then add one new tool at a time. Start with the original Art Sets collection, and restock through Art Supplies, plus medium-specific sections like Watercolours or Artist Acrylics as your skills grow.