(I have tried to keep in mind the economic times and have suggestions for supplies that come in a range of prices.  Please don't feel that you need to buy the biggest, most expensive set of something if you don't already have it.)
 

Pencil set - Pencil sets come in various packs covering the range of hardness anywhere from 6h-9b.  A good set to purchase would include 4h-4b. If you want to buy individual pencils, I'd recommend a 2H, HB, 2B, 4B and 6B.

Eraser - kneaded eraser

Regular Eraser - I don't recommend 'gum' erasers as they are very crumbly and messy.  Any rubber or vinyl eraser is fine.

Charcoal pencil - doesn't have to be a set, but some sets are very affordable and include a white charcoal pencil and/or a sepia colored pencil and/or a kneaded eraser.

Paper - A decent sized sketchbook. No smaller than 9x12.  We'll be doing lots of exercises that may or may not be 'keepers'.  "Biggie' is a good studio priced brand.  Strathmore and/or Canson make nicer papers but they cost a little more.  Places like Utrecht and Binders also sell  reams of paper at very reasonable prices.  It's a LOT of paper, but a great buy and you can keep the loose sheets in a folder, portfolio etc.

Drawing Pen - Again, doesn't have to be a whole set.  Sakura (better known as Micron) makes a nice set in sizes from 00, 05, 08 etc.  Or, you can buy almost any black pen by 'Pilot'.   If you have a favorite brand or set, that's fine.  It's a personal choice.

Optional:

• Ruler
• Drawing board (look around, don't pay more than $10).
• Portfolio for carrying drawings. - Again, doesn't have to be a zippered leather case, they come in cardboard, or even a poster board folded in half will keep charcoal off your car seats.

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