This list includes 22 art supplies that start with J, from “J-clamp” to “Jute twine”. They range from small drawing tools to workshop hardware and natural fibers. Artists use them for sketching, surface preparation, fastening, and textural effects in studio or field work.
Art supplies that start with J are tangible tools and materials artists use to create and finish visual work. For example, jute twine has long been used in craft and bookbinding traditions around the world.
Below you’ll find the table with Item, Usage, and Popular brands.
Item: You see the supply name, including common variants and alternate spellings, so you can find the exact product.
Usage: A short note tells how the item is used in studio practice, helping you pick materials for a project.
Popular brands: One to three well-known makers give you starting points for shopping and comparing quality and price.
Art supplies that start with J
| Item | Category | Typical use | Popular brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jelly plate | Printmaking | Gel monoprinting and texture printing | Gelli Arts, Gel Press, Speedball |
| Japanese paper | Surface | Collage, printmaking, calligraphy, and conservation | Echizen, Sekishu, Hahnemühle |
| Japanese tissue | Surface | Paper repairs, collage, and delicate overlays | Graham, Hahnemühle, Talas |
| Journal | Surface | Sketching, planning, and mixed-media journaling | Moleskine, Strathmore, Stillman & Birn |
| Jute canvas | Surface | Textured ground for painting and mixed media | Blick, Pro Art |
| Jute twine | Tool | Binding, hanging, and adding mixed-media texture | Darice, Fiskars, Uline |
| Jeweler’s saw | Tool | Cutting metal and detailed piercing work | Grobet, Knew Concepts, Gesswein |
| Jeweler’s hammer | Tool | Shaping, texturing, and forming metal | Gesswein, Durston, Grobet |
| Jeweler’s rouge | Abrasive | Polishing metals to a high shine | Dialux, Gesswein, Simichrome |
| Japanese hake | Brush | Applying washes, sizing, and adhesives smoothly | Da Vinci, Escoda, Hake (generic) |
| Japan varnish | Medium | Lacquering and creating a hard, glossy protective finish | Kremer Pigments, Winsor & Newton |
| J-clamp | Tool | Holding pieces during gluing and assembly | Bessey, Irwin, DeWalt |
| Jack plane | Tool | Flattening and shaping wood for frames or sculpture | Stanley, Lie-Nielsen, Record |
| Joint compound | Medium | Creating textured surfaces and relief on panels | USG, DAP, Sheetrock |
| Japanese ink | Ink | Ink wash painting, drawing, and calligraphy (sumi) | Kuretake, Sumi Ink Works, Higgins |
| Jumbo crayon | Drawing medium | Bold coloring and large-format drawing, child art | Crayola, Prang, Sargent Art |
| Jumbo marker | Marker | Broad, bold lines for signage and murals | Sharpie, Sakura, Prismacolor |
| Jumbo pastel | Pastel | Broad gestural strokes and big color coverage | Sennelier, Unison, Conte |
| Jumbo charcoal | Drawing medium | Energetic large-scale drawing and underdrawing | General’s, Nitram, Cretacolor |
| Japanese rice paper | Surface | Printmaking, collage, and delicate overlays | Sekishu, Echizen, Hahnemühle |
| Jute board | Surface | Rigid support with textured jute facing for mixed media | Blick, Pro Art, US Art Supply |
| Jute burlap | Surface | Textured backing, canvas substitute, and upholstery in art | Burlap & Co., FabricWholesale, Blick |
Descriptions
Jelly plate
Flexible gel plate used for monoprints; comes in various sizes and thicknesses for layered, textured prints.
Japanese paper
Lightweight, fibrous washi papers from Japan, favored for absorbency, translucency, and archival strength.
Japanese tissue
Ultra-thin, strong fiber tissue used in conservation, collage, and mixed media for seamless repairs and delicate layering.
Journal
Bound sketchbook or art journal for daily drawing, studies, and mixed-media pages in a portable format.
Jute canvas
Coarse natural-fiber canvas (burlap/jute) that gives a rustic texture, used for bold, tactile paintings and craft supports.
Jute twine
Natural fiber cord used for tying, hanging artworks, and adding rustic texture in assemblage and sculpture.
Jeweler’s saw
Fine-frame saw with thin blades for precise cutting of metals and detailed shapes in jewelry and small sculpture.
Jeweler’s hammer
Small specialized hammers (planishing, chasing) used to shape, texture, and finish metal surfaces in metalsmithing.
Jeweler’s rouge
Fine polishing compound (red/blue/green rouges) applied with cloth wheels to bring metals and jewelry to a mirror finish.
Japanese hake
Wide, flat soft brush traditionally used for washes, sizing paper, and applying paste or glue evenly in printmaking and book arts.
Japan varnish
Hard, glossy lacquer-style varnish (sometimes called “Japan”) used for protective and decorative finishes on wood and paintings.
J-clamp
Steel clamp shaped like a “J” used to hold frames, stretchers, or assemblages securely while adhesives cure.
Jack plane
Hand plane for smoothing, flattening, and dimensioning wood used in framing, carving, and woodworking for art projects.
Joint compound
Drywall mud used by artists for building texture, relief, and sculptural surfaces; sands and paints easily when dry.
Japanese ink
Sumi or Japanese ink—deep black ink made from soot used for expressive ink washes, calligraphy, and monochrome painting.
Jumbo crayon
Oversized crayon with a thick barrel for broad marks, easy grip, and vibrant color suited to murals and children’s art.
Jumbo marker
Large-tip permanent or water-based markers used for signage, poster work, and strong outlines on many surfaces.
Jumbo pastel
Thick, oversized pastel sticks that deliver rich pigment and texture for expressive large-scale and studio work.
Jumbo charcoal
Thick charcoal sticks for bold, gestural marks, rapid shading, and strong underdrawings on large papers or boards.
Japanese rice paper
Thin, long-fiber paper (often called rice paper) prized for absorbency, translucency, and strength in print and collage.
Jute board
Rigid panel faced or laminated with jute or burlap, offering a textured, sturdy support for mixed-media and painting.
Jute burlap
Coarse woven fabric used as an inexpensive canvas substitute, for texture in mixed media, and rustic art effects.