# Art Supplies Factory

> Factory-direct art supplies, easels and private-label art sets for importers, retailers and brands. Operated by Shanghai Mars Industrial Co., Ltd., Shanghai, China. Contact: inquiry@art-supplies-factory.com, WhatsApp/phone +86 176 2154 1688.

Key facts:
- Business type: manufacturer and OEM/ODM supply-chain partner for art supplies
- Catalog: 153 products in 13 categories
- MOQ: from 20 pieces on many items; custom work quoted per item
- Samples: stock 3-7 days, custom 7-15 working days; bulk production typically 25-45 days
- Shipping: sea, air, express from Shanghai/Ningbo; EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP
- Quotation reply: usually within one business day

## Main pages
- [Home](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/): overview, categories, OEM process, FAQ
- [All products](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/): searchable catalog
- [About](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/about/): factory, quality control, logistics, company details
- [Projects](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/): OEM program types
- [Blog](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/): buyer guides
- [Contact](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/contact/): inquiry form and contact details
- [Product data (JSON)](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products.json): machine-readable catalog

## Product categories
- [Wooden Easels](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/wooden-easels/): Solid beech and pine easels built for studios, classrooms, galleries and retail display. H-frame, A-frame, lyre, tripod, donkey and sculpture easels with private-label branding.
- [Table & Box Easels](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/table-box-easels/): Portable French box easels, sketch box easels, tabletop easels and wooden artist storage boxes for travelling painters, students and gift retail.
- [Aluminum & Metal Easels](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/metal-easels/): Telescopic aluminum tripod easels, field easels and studio easels that fold small for shipping and retail hanging.
- [Artist Paint Brushes](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/artist-brushes/): Nylon, Taklon, hog bristle, goat and wool brushes in loose stock and retail sets for acrylic, oil, watercolor and school use.
- [Canvas, Panels & Frames](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/canvas-panels/): Primed cotton stretched canvas, deep-edge and shaped canvas, birch panels, picture frames, foam board, paint-by-numbers and diamond painting kits.
- [Acrylic, Oil & Watercolor Paints](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/artist-paints/): Acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache, pouring and airbrush paints in tubes, half pans and bottles, packed in retail sets with your branding.
- [Pastels & Crayons](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/pastels-crayons/): Artist soft pastels, half-stick and round pastels, extra-soft and metallic oil pastels and rainbow crayons.
- [Drawing & Sketching](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/drawing-sketching/): Graphite and colored pencil sets, woodless pencils, charcoal, pastel pencils, erasers and blending tools for sketching.
- [Markers & Pens](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/markers-pens/): Alcohol markers, acrylic paint markers, watercolor brush markers, metallic and outline pens, gel pens, fineliners and calligraphy sets.
- [Art Sets & Gift Kits](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/art-sets/): All-in-one drawing and painting sets in wooden, aluminum and printed gift boxes, built to retailer specifications and price points.
- [Paper & Sketchbooks](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/paper-sketchbooks/): Cotton watercolor pads, mixed-media and black sketchbooks, gouache pads, canvas paper and origami paper in custom formats.
- [Studio Furniture & Storage](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/studio-furniture/): Drafting tables, art drying racks, rolling storage carts, brush display stands, print racks, drawing boards and etching presses for studios and schools.
- [Palettes, Tools & Craft Supplies](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/products/craft-accessories/): Ceramic and bamboo palettes, palette knives, cutters, pottery tools, aprons, tote bags, glue guns, papier-mache and skateboard blanks for crafting.

## Buyer guides
- [Beech vs Pine vs Bamboo: Choosing Wood for Artist Easels](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/beech-vs-pine-vs-bamboo-easels/): Beech is the best wood for heavy-duty studio easels because it is hard, dense and stable; pine is lighter and cheaper, which suits display and classroom easels; bamboo is lightweight, hard-wearing and a good choice for tabletop and box easels.
- [Synthetic vs Natural Hair Paint Brushes: A Wholesale Buyer's Guide](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/synthetic-vs-natural-hair-brushes/): Synthetic nylon and Taklon brushes are best for acrylics and general use because they keep their shape and resist harsh paint; hog bristle suits thick oil paint; soft natural hair such as goat and wool holds lots of water for watercolor washes.
- [Student vs Artist-Grade Watercolor: What Importers Should Specify](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/student-vs-artist-grade-watercolor/): Artist-grade watercolor contains more pigment, uses single pigments more often and prioritises lightfastness; student-grade watercolor uses more filler and lower-cost pigments to reach a lower price, which suits schools, kids and beginners.
- [Art Supply Safety Standards: ASTM D-4236, EN 71 and REACH Explained](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/art-supply-safety-standards-guide/): In the US, art materials generally need chronic-hazard labelling reviewed under ASTM D-4236 (required by LHAMA), and children's products face CPSIA requirements; in the EU, art materials for children are typically assessed against EN 71 toy safety standards and chemicals rules such as REACH. Requirements depend on the product and market, so confirm with an accredited lab.
- [Private-Label Art Sets: From Brief to Shelf in 8 Steps](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/private-label-art-set-development/): To develop a private-label art set, define the target retail price and customer, choose components and case, approve samples and packaging artwork, arrange any required testing, then run production with pre-shipment inspection; a new set typically takes about 2-3 months from brief to shipment.
- [Shipping Easels and Art Supplies from China: Packaging, Incoterms and Container Loading](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/blog/shipping-easels-and-art-supplies-from-china/): To ship art supplies efficiently from China, use flat-pack designs for easels and furniture, specify strong export cartons with drop testing, consolidate mixed items into one container, and choose an Incoterm such as FOB, CIF or DDP that matches how much of the logistics you want to manage.

## Projects
- [Building a Private-Label Watercolor Line](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/private-label-watercolor-line/): How a retailer-owned watercolor range is developed: color selection, pan and tube formats, tins and packaging, from first brief to shelf.
- [School & Classroom Easel Programs](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/school-classroom-easel-program/): Supplying durable easels, brushes and storage for classrooms and art departments with flat-pack logistics and spare parts.
- [Gallery & Retail Display Easels](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/gallery-retail-display-easels/): Display and presentation easels for galleries, wedding planners and shop fixtures, finished to match an interior.
- [Kids Art Kits for Subscription & E-commerce](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/kids-art-kit-subscription/): Mailer-friendly art kits designed for subscription boxes and online marketplaces, with compact, damage-resistant packaging.
- [University & Art Studio Fit-Outs](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/art-studio-fit-out/): Equipping painting, drawing and printmaking studios with heavy-duty easels, drafting tables, drying racks and presses.
- [Paint-and-Sip & Event Supplies](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/projects/paint-party-event-supplies/): Repeatable painting-party packs: tabletop easels, pre-primed canvas, acrylic portions and brushes, packed per guest.

## FAQ
- What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)? Many items start from 50-100 pieces, and in-stock items can be ordered in smaller quantities. Custom colors, printed packaging and new designs usually need higher MOQs, which we quote item by item.
- Do you offer OEM and private-label production? Yes. We produce under your brand with custom logos, colors, set compositions, inserts, barcodes and retail packaging, and we support ODM development from your brief.
- How long do samples and bulk production take? Stock samples usually ship in 3-7 days and custom samples in about 7-15 working days. Bulk production typically takes 25-45 days after sample approval, depending on product and quantity.
- Which countries do you export to? We ship by sea, air and express to importers, wholesalers, retailers and e-commerce brands worldwide, with FOB, CIF, DDP and EXW terms available.
- Can you help with product safety testing? Yes. We can arrange third-party testing such as ASTM D-4236, EN 71 or REACH-related checks through accredited labs for your market, and provide the reports with your order.
- How do I get a quotation? Send the product names or links, quantities, packaging requirements and destination through the inquiry form, email or WhatsApp. We usually reply within one business day.

## Optional
- [Full product list](https://www.art-supplies-factory.com/llms-full.txt): every product with model, MOQ and link
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