Art Supplies Industry Statistics

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Art Supplies Industry Statistics

Urban buyers make up 55% of the worldwide art supplies audience and online sales now account for 28% of total revenue, while 35% of U.S. adults aged 18 to 34 are the top purchasing demographic at 2023 levels. From stress relief powering Brazil’s female spend at 39% to anti allergenic, sustainable and even VR hybrid kits gaining momentum, these statistics explain who is buying, why they are buying, and where growth is most likely to surprise you next.

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Key Statistics

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35% of U.S. adults aged 18-34 purchased art supplies in 2023, highest demographic share.

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Women account for 62% of global art supplies consumers, per 2023 survey data.

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Millennials (born 1981-1996) represent 41% of art supplies purchases in North America in 2023.

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28% of Gen Z (18-24) in Europe started art hobbies post-pandemic, driving 2023 sales.

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Urban dwellers comprise 55% of art supplies buyers worldwide in 2023.

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Households with children under 12 buy 3.2x more art supplies annually than childless ones in U.S.

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47% of art supplies hobbyists in Asia are aged 25-44, per 2023 regional study.

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Students (K-12 and college) account for 22% of global art supplies volume in 2023.

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High-income earners (> $100K USD) spend 2.5x more on art supplies than average in 2023 U.S. data.

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39% of female consumers in Brazil cite stress relief as reason for art supplies purchase in 2023.

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Baby Boomers (55+) increased art supplies spending by 18% in 2023 U.K.

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52% of online art supplies buyers are repeat customers aged 30-50 in 2023 global stats.

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In India, 65% of art supplies users are urban youth under 30 in 2023 survey.

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Parents represent 34% of art supplies market share in Australia 2023 data.

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LGBTQ+ community over-indexes by 2.1x in art supplies purchases per capita in U.S. 2023.

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Remote workers bought 25% more art supplies for home offices in 2023 Canada stats.

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44% of Japanese art supplies consumers are women aged 20-39 in 2023.

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Low-income groups (<$30K) grew to 19% of U.S. art supplies buyers in 2023 due to affordable kits.

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Seniors (65+) account for 12% of European art supplies sales, up 15% YoY 2023.

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31% of South Korean art hobbyists are students in 2023 national survey.

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Hispanic consumers in U.S. represent 18% of art supplies market, growing fastest at 9%.

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56% of Chinese art supplies buyers live in Tier 1 cities like Beijing/Shanghai 2023.

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Single adults without kids buy 1.8x more solo artist supplies in global 2023 data.

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27% of Mexican art supplies purchasers are homemakers aged 35-54 in 2023.

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Tech professionals (IT/engineering) comprise 23% of premium art supplies buyers worldwide 2023.

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Rural consumers in India grew to 22% of art supplies market via e-commerce in 2023.

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41% of Australian art supplies hobbyists have college education or higher 2023.

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The global art supplies market was valued at USD 12.47 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2023 to 2030.

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U.S. art supplies industry revenue reached $3.8 billion in 2023, up 4.1% from the previous year.

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The European art supplies market is projected to expand from €4.2 billion in 2023 to €5.9 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 7.1%.

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Online art supplies sales grew by 12.3% globally in 2023, accounting for 28% of total market revenue.

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The art supplies market in Asia-Pacific is forecasted to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.8% from 2024 to 2030 due to rising hobbyist participation.

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North American art supplies market size stood at USD 4.1 billion in 2023 with a projected CAGR of 4.7% through 2032.

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Global art supplies retail sales increased by 3.9% YoY in Q4 2023, driven by holiday gifting.

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The professional art supplies segment grew 6.2% in 2023, outpacing hobbyist segment at 4.8%.

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Art supplies market revenue in China reached CNY 25 billion in 2023, with 8.5% growth.

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U.K. art supplies industry generated £850 million in 2023, up 5.3% from 2022.

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Global art supplies e-commerce market is expected to hit USD 5.2 billion by 2027 at CAGR 11.4%.

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Brazil's art supplies market expanded to BRL 2.1 billion in 2023 with 7.2% CAGR projected to 2028.

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The market for sustainable art supplies grew 9.1% in 2023, reaching USD 1.8 billion globally.

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India's art supplies sector valued at INR 15,000 crore in 2023, growing at 10.2% CAGR.

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Australia art supplies market size was AUD 450 million in 2023, forecasted CAGR 5.5% to 2030.

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Global art supplies wholesale market hit USD 8.9 billion in 2023, up 4.6% YoY.

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Canada art supplies industry revenue reached CAD 620 million in 2023 with 3.8% growth.

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The digital art supplies market (tablets/ software integration) grew 15.2% to USD 2.3 billion in 2023.

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Japan art supplies market valued at JPY 180 billion in 2023, CAGR 4.9% to 2030.

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Middle East art supplies market projected to grow from USD 450 million in 2023 at 6.3% CAGR.

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South Korea art supplies sales reached KRW 1.2 trillion in 2023, up 7.8%.

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Global art supplies market CAGR slowed to 5.1% in 2023 from 5.7% in 2022 due to inflation.

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Mexico art supplies industry at MXN 4.5 billion in 2023, expected 6.7% growth to 2029.

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Africa art supplies market size USD 320 million in 2023, CAGR 8.4% projected.

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Russia art supplies revenue RUB 45 billion in 2023 despite economic challenges, +3.2%.

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Southeast Asia art supplies market USD 1.1 billion in 2023, fastest growing region at 9.2% CAGR.

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U.S. hobby art supplies submarket $2.2 billion in 2023, +4.5% YoY.

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Global premium art supplies segment valued at USD 3.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 6.1%.

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Turkey art supplies market TRY 3.2 billion in 2023, growth 5.9%.

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Worldwide art supplies export value reached $6.7 billion in 2023, up 4.8%.

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Paints account for 32% of global art supplies revenue in 2023, with acrylics at 45% within segment.

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Drawing tools (pencils, pens, markers) represent 28.5% market share in U.S. 2023 sales.

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Brushes sales volume reached 450 million units globally in 2023, up 5.2%.

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Canvases and surfaces segment grew to USD 2.1 billion worldwide in 2023.

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Craft kits (DIY) captured 15% of art supplies market revenue in Europe 2023.

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Watercolors hold 22% of paints subcategory globally, oil paints 18% in 2023.

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Pastels and charcoals sales increased 7.3% to USD 850 million in North America 2023.

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Sculpting materials (clay, wax) at 9.4% market share globally 2023.

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Markers (alcohol-based) grew 11.2% in Asia-Pacific art supplies 2023.

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Paper and sketchbooks volume: 1.2 billion sheets sold worldwide 2023.

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Easels and furniture for artists reached USD 650 million in U.S. 2023.

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Inks (for pens/printing) 6.8% of drawing tools segment revenue globally 2023.

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Mixed media supplies surged 14% to USD 1.1 billion in hobby market 2023.

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Colored pencils sales: 320 million units in Europe alone 2023.

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Gouache paints market USD 420 million globally, CAGR 6.1% 2023 data.

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Digital art accessories (styluses) 12% of total supplies growth 2023.

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Modeling clay for kids: 55% of sculpting segment in Australia 2023.

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Oil pastels volume 180 million sticks sold U.K. 2023.

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Canvas panels outsold stretched canvases 2:1 in Canada 2023 market.

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Calligraphy supplies grew 9.8% to USD 380 million Japan 2023.

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Fabric paints and dyes 8.2% share in crafts segment global 2023.

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Graphite pencils: 28% of pencil market, mechanical 22% in 2023 U.S.

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Tempera paints dominate school supplies at 41% volume worldwide 2023.

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Airbrush kits sales USD 290 million globally, up 10.4% 2023.

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Watercolor paper specialized sheets: 450 million units 2023 sales.

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Acrylic mediums and gels added USD 520 million to paints segment 2023.

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U.S. holds 32% of global art supplies market share in 2023.

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Asia-Pacific region accounted for 28% of worldwide art supplies revenue in 2023.

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Europe art supplies market size €5.1 billion in 2023, second largest.

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China dominates Asia with 45% regional art supplies sales in 2023.

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North America CAGR 4.9% highest in professional segment 2023-2030.

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Latin America art supplies growth 7.6% CAGR, Brazil leads at 35% share.

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Germany 22% of European market, France 18% in 2023 data.

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India art supplies imports $450 million in 2023, 12% YoY growth.

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Middle East & Africa 6.2% global share, UAE fastest at 9.1% CAGR.

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Japan 15% of Asia-Pacific market, South Korea 12% in 2023.

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U.K. art supplies exports £320 million in 2023 to EU and U.S.

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Australia/New Zealand combined 4.1% Oceania share, steady 5% growth.

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Canada 12% of North American market behind U.S. 2023.

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Russia 8% of Eastern Europe art supplies despite sanctions 2023.

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Mexico leads Latin America with 28% regional revenue 2023.

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Southeast Asia (Indonesia/Thailand) 18% APAC growth driver 2023.

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Italy specialized art supplies 14% Europe premium segment 2023.

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South Africa 42% MEA market leader in 2023 sales.

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Turkey bridges Europe/MEA with $280 million market 2023.

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Saudi Arabia art supplies imports up 22% to $120 million 2023.

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Netherlands top EU importer of art supplies $450 million 2023.

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Vietnam emerging APAC hub, 11% CAGR art supplies 2023-2030.

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Spain 11% Iberian Peninsula share, tourism boost 2023.

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Argentina 22% South America after Brazil 2023 data.

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Poland Eastern Europe growth leader 8.7% 2023.

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Singapore APAC e-commerce art hub 15% regional online 2023.

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Egypt North Africa 18% MEA volume despite challenges 2023.

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Online sales penetration 35% in North America vs 18% global average 2023.

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Sustainable/eco-friendly art supplies demand up 28% globally in 2023.

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DIY art kits sales surged 19% post-2022, continuing into 2023.

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Digital-hybrid supplies (e.g., reactive paints for scanners) grew 16% 2023.

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Subscription boxes for art supplies reached 2.5 million users worldwide 2023.

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NFT-linked physical art supplies kits launched, 12% premium sales boost 2023.

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Anti-allergenic paints for kids up 22% in Europe regulations drive 2023.

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AR apps for color matching boosted paint sales 14% U.S. 2023.

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Recycled material canvases 9% market penetration global 2023.

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Personalized/custom art supplies via 3D printing 11% growth 2023.

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Mental health art therapy kits sales +25% since 2021 into 2023.

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Vegan/plant-based pigments trend 17% premium paints share 2023.

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Influencer collaborations drove 8.3% of social media art sales 2023.

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Glow-in-dark and UV reactive supplies up 31% for events 2023.

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Modular storage solutions for artists 13% category growth Australia 2023.

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AI-generated pattern stencils kits emerging, 6% new sales 2023.

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Biodegradable markers/pens 14% Europe market by end 2023.

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Pop-up art supply vending machines in Asia 20% urban sales 2023.

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Scented art supplies (e.g., fruit paints) niche 4.2% kids segment 2023.

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Zero-waste packaging 22% brand adoption global 2023 survey.

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Gamified learning art sets +18% edutainment sales 2023.

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Metallic and interference paints 15% acrylic growth driver 2023.

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Community art subscription models 10% recurring revenue U.K. 2023.

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Thermochromic color-changing supplies 7% innovation sales Japan 2023.

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Upcycled material crafts kits 26% hobbyist preference shift 2023.

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Voice-activated mixing tools prototypes tested, 5% pro artist interest 2023.

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Inclusive adaptive grips for brushes 12% accessibility sales growth 2023.

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Holographic foils and papers 9.8% specialty surface trend 2023.

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Blockchain-tracked supply chain for authentic pigments 3% premium 2023.

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Edible art supplies for food artists niche +33% 2023.

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VR painting companion kits 8% digital-physical hybrid 2023 sales.

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Art supplies are no longer just for classrooms and weekends. In 2023 alone, online sales rose 12.3% worldwide to make up 28% of total market revenue, while shoppers from cities, households with children, and even stress focused hobbyists helped keep demand climbing. From a 35% share among U.S. adults aged 18 to 34 to 2.5 million global subscription box users, the industry’s spending patterns are specific, surprising, and very much worth mapping by demographic.

Key Takeaways

  • 35% of U.S. adults aged 18-34 purchased art supplies in 2023, highest demographic share.
  • Women account for 62% of global art supplies consumers, per 2023 survey data.
  • Millennials (born 1981-1996) represent 41% of art supplies purchases in North America in 2023.
  • The global art supplies market was valued at USD 12.47 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2023 to 2030.
  • U.S. art supplies industry revenue reached $3.8 billion in 2023, up 4.1% from the previous year.
  • The European art supplies market is projected to expand from €4.2 billion in 2023 to €5.9 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 7.1%.
  • Paints account for 32% of global art supplies revenue in 2023, with acrylics at 45% within segment.
  • Drawing tools (pencils, pens, markers) represent 28.5% market share in U.S. 2023 sales.
  • Brushes sales volume reached 450 million units globally in 2023, up 5.2%.
  • U.S. holds 32% of global art supplies market share in 2023.
  • Asia-Pacific region accounted for 28% of worldwide art supplies revenue in 2023.
  • Europe art supplies market size €5.1 billion in 2023, second largest.
  • Online sales penetration 35% in North America vs 18% global average 2023.
  • Sustainable/eco-friendly art supplies demand up 28% globally in 2023.
  • DIY art kits sales surged 19% post-2022, continuing into 2023.

Art supplies demand is surging globally, led by younger buyers, online growth, and premium and sustainable options.

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Consumer Demographics

135% of U.S. adults aged 18-34 purchased art supplies in 2023, highest demographic share.
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2Women account for 62% of global art supplies consumers, per 2023 survey data.
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3Millennials (born 1981-1996) represent 41% of art supplies purchases in North America in 2023.
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428% of Gen Z (18-24) in Europe started art hobbies post-pandemic, driving 2023 sales.
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5Urban dwellers comprise 55% of art supplies buyers worldwide in 2023.
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6Households with children under 12 buy 3.2x more art supplies annually than childless ones in U.S.
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747% of art supplies hobbyists in Asia are aged 25-44, per 2023 regional study.
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8Students (K-12 and college) account for 22% of global art supplies volume in 2023.
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9High-income earners (> $100K USD) spend 2.5x more on art supplies than average in 2023 U.S. data.
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1039% of female consumers in Brazil cite stress relief as reason for art supplies purchase in 2023.
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11Baby Boomers (55+) increased art supplies spending by 18% in 2023 U.K.
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1252% of online art supplies buyers are repeat customers aged 30-50 in 2023 global stats.
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13In India, 65% of art supplies users are urban youth under 30 in 2023 survey.
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14Parents represent 34% of art supplies market share in Australia 2023 data.
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15LGBTQ+ community over-indexes by 2.1x in art supplies purchases per capita in U.S. 2023.
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16Remote workers bought 25% more art supplies for home offices in 2023 Canada stats.
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1744% of Japanese art supplies consumers are women aged 20-39 in 2023.
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18Low-income groups (<$30K) grew to 19% of U.S. art supplies buyers in 2023 due to affordable kits.
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19Seniors (65+) account for 12% of European art supplies sales, up 15% YoY 2023.
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2031% of South Korean art hobbyists are students in 2023 national survey.
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21Hispanic consumers in U.S. represent 18% of art supplies market, growing fastest at 9%.
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2256% of Chinese art supplies buyers live in Tier 1 cities like Beijing/Shanghai 2023.
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23Single adults without kids buy 1.8x more solo artist supplies in global 2023 data.
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2427% of Mexican art supplies purchasers are homemakers aged 35-54 in 2023.
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25Tech professionals (IT/engineering) comprise 23% of premium art supplies buyers worldwide 2023.
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26Rural consumers in India grew to 22% of art supplies market via e-commerce in 2023.
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2741% of Australian art supplies hobbyists have college education or higher 2023.
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Consumer Demographics Interpretation

Clearly, the world of art supplies is no longer just for the starving artist in a garret, but rather for the stressed urban millennial parent, the remote-working tech professional seeking a screen break, the student exploring identity, and the senior finding a new hobby—all proving that the universal human need to create is alive, well, and conveniently segmented into a billion-dollar global market.

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Market Size and Growth

1The global art supplies market was valued at USD 12.47 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2023 to 2030.
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2U.S. art supplies industry revenue reached $3.8 billion in 2023, up 4.1% from the previous year.
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3The European art supplies market is projected to expand from €4.2 billion in 2023 to €5.9 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 7.1%.
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4Online art supplies sales grew by 12.3% globally in 2023, accounting for 28% of total market revenue.
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5The art supplies market in Asia-Pacific is forecasted to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.8% from 2024 to 2030 due to rising hobbyist participation.
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6North American art supplies market size stood at USD 4.1 billion in 2023 with a projected CAGR of 4.7% through 2032.
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7Global art supplies retail sales increased by 3.9% YoY in Q4 2023, driven by holiday gifting.
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8The professional art supplies segment grew 6.2% in 2023, outpacing hobbyist segment at 4.8%.
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9Art supplies market revenue in China reached CNY 25 billion in 2023, with 8.5% growth.
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10U.K. art supplies industry generated £850 million in 2023, up 5.3% from 2022.
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11Global art supplies e-commerce market is expected to hit USD 5.2 billion by 2027 at CAGR 11.4%.
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12Brazil's art supplies market expanded to BRL 2.1 billion in 2023 with 7.2% CAGR projected to 2028.
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13The market for sustainable art supplies grew 9.1% in 2023, reaching USD 1.8 billion globally.
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14India's art supplies sector valued at INR 15,000 crore in 2023, growing at 10.2% CAGR.
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15Australia art supplies market size was AUD 450 million in 2023, forecasted CAGR 5.5% to 2030.
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16Global art supplies wholesale market hit USD 8.9 billion in 2023, up 4.6% YoY.
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17Canada art supplies industry revenue reached CAD 620 million in 2023 with 3.8% growth.
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18The digital art supplies market (tablets/ software integration) grew 15.2% to USD 2.3 billion in 2023.
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19Japan art supplies market valued at JPY 180 billion in 2023, CAGR 4.9% to 2030.
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20Middle East art supplies market projected to grow from USD 450 million in 2023 at 6.3% CAGR.
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21South Korea art supplies sales reached KRW 1.2 trillion in 2023, up 7.8%.
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22Global art supplies market CAGR slowed to 5.1% in 2023 from 5.7% in 2022 due to inflation.
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23Mexico art supplies industry at MXN 4.5 billion in 2023, expected 6.7% growth to 2029.
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24Africa art supplies market size USD 320 million in 2023, CAGR 8.4% projected.
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25Russia art supplies revenue RUB 45 billion in 2023 despite economic challenges, +3.2%.
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26Southeast Asia art supplies market USD 1.1 billion in 2023, fastest growing region at 9.2% CAGR.
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27U.S. hobby art supplies submarket $2.2 billion in 2023, +4.5% YoY.
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28Global premium art supplies segment valued at USD 3.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 6.1%.
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29Turkey art supplies market TRY 3.2 billion in 2023, growth 5.9%.
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30Worldwide art supplies export value reached $6.7 billion in 2023, up 4.8%.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

The global art supplies market is a surprisingly robust and vibrant ecosystem, where professional-grade ambition is finally outpacing casual hobby spending, online carts are overflowing faster than brick-and-mortar shelves, and the sustained growth across diverse economies—from America's steady hand to Southeast Asia's explosive burst—proves that human creativity is not just recession-resistant, it's downright inflationary.

Product Segments

1Paints account for 32% of global art supplies revenue in 2023, with acrylics at 45% within segment.
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2Drawing tools (pencils, pens, markers) represent 28.5% market share in U.S. 2023 sales.
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3Brushes sales volume reached 450 million units globally in 2023, up 5.2%.
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4Canvases and surfaces segment grew to USD 2.1 billion worldwide in 2023.
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5Craft kits (DIY) captured 15% of art supplies market revenue in Europe 2023.
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6Watercolors hold 22% of paints subcategory globally, oil paints 18% in 2023.
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7Pastels and charcoals sales increased 7.3% to USD 850 million in North America 2023.
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8Sculpting materials (clay, wax) at 9.4% market share globally 2023.
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9Markers (alcohol-based) grew 11.2% in Asia-Pacific art supplies 2023.
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10Paper and sketchbooks volume: 1.2 billion sheets sold worldwide 2023.
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11Easels and furniture for artists reached USD 650 million in U.S. 2023.
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12Inks (for pens/printing) 6.8% of drawing tools segment revenue globally 2023.
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13Mixed media supplies surged 14% to USD 1.1 billion in hobby market 2023.
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14Colored pencils sales: 320 million units in Europe alone 2023.
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15Gouache paints market USD 420 million globally, CAGR 6.1% 2023 data.
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16Digital art accessories (styluses) 12% of total supplies growth 2023.
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17Modeling clay for kids: 55% of sculpting segment in Australia 2023.
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18Oil pastels volume 180 million sticks sold U.K. 2023.
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19Canvas panels outsold stretched canvases 2:1 in Canada 2023 market.
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20Calligraphy supplies grew 9.8% to USD 380 million Japan 2023.
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21Fabric paints and dyes 8.2% share in crafts segment global 2023.
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22Graphite pencils: 28% of pencil market, mechanical 22% in 2023 U.S.
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23Tempera paints dominate school supplies at 41% volume worldwide 2023.
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24Airbrush kits sales USD 290 million globally, up 10.4% 2023.
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25Watercolor paper specialized sheets: 450 million units 2023 sales.
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26Acrylic mediums and gels added USD 520 million to paints segment 2023.
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Product Segments Interpretation

The global art supply market reveals that while acrylics are the undisputed heavyweight champion in a world painted by profit, the quiet surge of markers, mixed media, and everything from kids' clay to digital styluses proves that creativity, in all its messy and meticulous forms, is a multi-billion-dollar business refusing to be cornered.

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Regional Analysis

1U.S. holds 32% of global art supplies market share in 2023.
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2Asia-Pacific region accounted for 28% of worldwide art supplies revenue in 2023.
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3Europe art supplies market size €5.1 billion in 2023, second largest.
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4China dominates Asia with 45% regional art supplies sales in 2023.
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5North America CAGR 4.9% highest in professional segment 2023-2030.
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6Latin America art supplies growth 7.6% CAGR, Brazil leads at 35% share.
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7Germany 22% of European market, France 18% in 2023 data.
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8India art supplies imports $450 million in 2023, 12% YoY growth.
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9Middle East & Africa 6.2% global share, UAE fastest at 9.1% CAGR.
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10Japan 15% of Asia-Pacific market, South Korea 12% in 2023.
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11U.K. art supplies exports £320 million in 2023 to EU and U.S.
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12Australia/New Zealand combined 4.1% Oceania share, steady 5% growth.
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13Canada 12% of North American market behind U.S. 2023.
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14Russia 8% of Eastern Europe art supplies despite sanctions 2023.
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15Mexico leads Latin America with 28% regional revenue 2023.
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16Southeast Asia (Indonesia/Thailand) 18% APAC growth driver 2023.
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17Italy specialized art supplies 14% Europe premium segment 2023.
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18South Africa 42% MEA market leader in 2023 sales.
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19Turkey bridges Europe/MEA with $280 million market 2023.
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20Saudi Arabia art supplies imports up 22% to $120 million 2023.
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21Netherlands top EU importer of art supplies $450 million 2023.
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22Vietnam emerging APAC hub, 11% CAGR art supplies 2023-2030.
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23Spain 11% Iberian Peninsula share, tourism boost 2023.
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24Argentina 22% South America after Brazil 2023 data.
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25Poland Eastern Europe growth leader 8.7% 2023.
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26Singapore APAC e-commerce art hub 15% regional online 2023.
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27Egypt North Africa 18% MEA volume despite challenges 2023.
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Regional Analysis Interpretation

While Uncle Sam still rules the global sketchbook with a 32% market share, the canvas is getting wonderfully crowded as Asia-Pacific closes in at 28%, Europe holds its €5.1 billion ground, and everywhere from Brazil to Vietnam is adding vibrant, high-growth strokes to the picture.

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ChatGPTClaudeGeminiPerplexity

Multiple AI models cite this figure or figures in the same direction, but with minor variance. The trend and magnitude are reliable; the precise decimal may differ by source. Suitable for directional analysis.

AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree

Verified
ChatGPTClaudeGeminiPerplexity

All AI models independently return the same statistic, unprompted. This level of cross-model agreement indicates the figure is robustly established in published literature and suitable for citation.

AI consensus: 4 of 4 models fully agree

Models

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Julian Richter. (2026, February 13). Art Supplies Industry Statistics. Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/art-supplies-industry-statistics
MLA
Julian Richter. "Art Supplies Industry Statistics." Gitnux, 13 Feb 2026, https://gitnux.org/art-supplies-industry-statistics.
Chicago
Julian Richter. 2026. "Art Supplies Industry Statistics." Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/art-supplies-industry-statistics.

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