Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who loves digital illustration and graphic design, there are plenty of thoughtful and personalized gift options available. Here are a few ideas to consider:

1. High-Quality Drawing Tablet: A drawing tablet is an essential tool for digital artists. Look for a tablet that is compatible with her computer and offers features like pressure sensitivity and a large drawing area. This gift will enable her to take her illustrations to the next level.

2. Subscription to Creative Software: Consider gifting your mom a subscription to popular graphic design software like Adobe Creative Cloud or CorelDRAW. These industry-standard tools will give her access to a wide range of design applications, allowing her to explore her creativity and learn new skills.

3. Online Design Courses: Help your mom further enhance her digital illustration and graphic design skills by enrolling her in an online design course. Websites like Skillshare and Udemy offer a variety of courses taught by industry professionals, covering topics ranging from illustration techniques and typography to digital art and logo design.

4. Art Supplies: Even though she enjoys digital art, your mom might still appreciate traditional art supplies. Consider getting her a set of high-quality sketching pencils, markers, or watercolor paints. These can be used for sketching out ideas or exploring different art mediums.

5. Customized Laptop Sleeve or Stickers: Personalize your gift by getting a laptop sleeve or a set of stickers featuring her favorite art style or characters. She can use this to protect her laptop while showcasing her love for illustration and design.

6. Inspirational Books on Design: Gift your mom books that provide inspiration and insights into the world of digital illustration and graphic design. Some popular options include "Steal Like an Artist" by Austin Kleon or "Graphic Artist's Guild Handbook of Pricing and Ethical Guidelines" by Graphic Artists Guild.

7. Art Prints or Customized Stationery: Commission a digital artist to create a custom illustration based on your mom's preferences and have it printed as an art print. Alternatively, you could have the design printed on stationery items like notebooks, notepads, or greeting cards.

8. A Digital Photo Frame: Help your mom display her digital artwork by gifting her a high-resolution digital photo frame. She can upload and showcase her favorite illustrations, inspiring her and adding a touch of creativity to her living space.

Remember that personalizing the gift and considering her specific preferences and style will make it even more meaningful. Show your support and appreciation for her artistic talents by choosing a gift that aligns with her passion for digital illustration and graphic design.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”