My Favourite Drawing Materials for Neurographic Art and the AM Method: Tried, Tested, and Loved

By Anna Denning, Artist, Co-Author of the AM Method, NeuroGraphica Instructor & Founder of Neuro Art School

As an artist, I have to confess — I absolutely adore exploring different art materials. I don’t think I’ve ever walked out of a stationery or art supply shop without picking up something new to try! There’s something magical about discovering the perfect pen or paper that makes the creative process even more enjoyable.

Over the years, through my work with the AM Method™, NeuroGraphica®, Neurographic Art and other line art, I’ve tested hundreds of tools. Here are my tried-and-true favourites that I use in my own creative and teaching practice.

Let’s dive in:

1. Fineliners: My go-to are Uni Pin or Pigma Micron fineliners because they don’t smudge or bleed. If you’re in the mood for a brush feel, Tombow pens are just delightful.
   
   Pigma Micron
   Uni Pin
   Tombow
   
   
2. Highlighters: You’ve got to have a neon yellow highlighter in your kit. I love Stabilo Boss or Staedtler Textsurfer — they’re all reliable and add that perfect pop of colour.
   
   Stabilo Highlighters
   Staedtler Highlighters
   
   
3. Colored Pencils: I’m a huge fan of oil-based pencils like Faber-Castell Polychromos or Caran d’Ache Luminance.
   
   Faber-Castell Polychromos 
   Caran d’Ache Luminance  
   Prismacolor  – soft core and luminous blending for smooth shading.
   GIOTTO Stilnovo – a fantastic budget-friendly choice
    
4. Paper: Smoothness is key. I like Faber-Castell A5 sketch pads, but Canson and Strathmore mixed-media papers are also fantastic. And for a heavyweight option, I always keep Bristol board around.
   
   Faber-Castell Paper Pad
   Canson Paper
   Bristol Board
   Strathmore Pad
   

Pro tip: Always keep cheap printer paper nearby for warm-ups and spontaneous creativity. Sometimes the best drawings happen when there’s zero pressure to be perfect!

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Watch the Video: My Favourite Drawing Materials Revealed

Want to see these materials in action?
Watch my video “My Favourite Drawing Materials Revealed for the AM Method and NeuroGraphic Art” here:My Favourite Drawing Supplies

Final Thoughts

I hope this list inspires you to discover new favourites of your own. These are the tools that bring my drawings — and my manifestations — to life every day.

What are your go-to art materials?
Share your favourites in the comments below — I’d love to know!

Happy drawing,

Anna Denning
Artist, Author & Founder of Neuro Art School

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