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It’s Cyber Monday! Not all sale items are actually good buys, but we’ve done the research and found real (if sometimes modest) deals on electronics, photography gear, and software. Our recommendations below will help you get a jump on your holiday gift shopping for family, friends, and even yourself. We’ll be updating this page throughout the weekend, so check back often.
How we pick each product:
Our mission is to recommend the most appropriate artists’ tool or supply for your needs. Whether you are looking for top-of-the line equipment or beginners’ basics, we’ll make sure that you get good value for your money by doing the research for you. We scour the Internet for information on how art supplies are used and read customer reviews by real users; we ask experts for their advice; and of course, we rely on our own accumulated expertise as artists, teachers, and craftspeople.
Blueair air purifier
This air purifier is very good at removing a variety of airborne particles, including pollen, dust, dander, mold allergen, and smoke and will work in larger spaces (cleaning 526 square-foot rooms in 30 minutes or 219 square-foot rooms in about 12.5 minutes when set on high). Easy to use and clean, it is also quite energy efficient.
13% off Apple Magic tablet case keyboard for iPad
This Apple brand accessory is great for turning either an iPad Pro or iPad Air into a laptop of sorts. It attached using Apple’s smart connector, so there’s no need to mess around with connecting via Bluetooth. Because it is an Apple product, it almost feels like you’re typing on a MacBook Air keyboard. It also features a laptop-quality trackpad. Like all Apple products, it’s thin, lightweight, and very nicely designed.
19% off Zagg Pro Keys tablet case keyboard for iPad
If you’re looking for great Bluetooth tablet case keyboard for your iPad Pro or iPad Air, but are on a budget, consider this lightweight, durable model from Zagg. A magnetic stand that attaches to the back of the case holds your device at two convenient viewing angles, and corner bumpers provide 6.6 feet of drop protection.
37% off a Zendure Power Bank mini charger
When you’re on the go, having a dependable power bank Is essential. This pocket-sized portable power bank features pass-through charging function, allowing you to charge the battery bank while also charging your USB-C and USB-A devices.
15% off an Apple 15.3-inch MacBook Air laptop
The first Apple Air laptop to have a 15.3-inch liquid retina display, this ultrathin, ultralight laptop features 8GBs of memory (which can be expanded up to 24GBs) and a powerful 8-core CPU and 10-core GP. With a 1080p FaceTime HD camera and three-mic array for audio, it is ideal for videoconferencing.
30% off a GoPro MAX
This GoPro is a bit pricey, but it offers three types of cameras in one. It can shoot traditional hero-style video and photos, immersive 360-degree footage, or 180-degree images and video. It can also live stream video in 1080p. Other features includes horizon leveling (for a cinematic look), distortion-free panoramic photos, and great stereo audio (using its six on-board microphones). Buy it now for $349.00 and save 30%.
39% off a Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 tablet
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A8 10.5-inch Android tablet has a big touchscreen, as well as expandable memory, rapid charging, and a long-lasting battery. Buy it now for $139.99 and save 38%.
25% off School of Motion courses
Make 2024 the year you learn a new skill. School of Motion courses in motion graphics, animation, visual effects, and more, are now 25% off through November 29.
25% off Google photo books and canvases
Get 25% off photo book and canvas orders, as well as free shipping on photo print orders of $15 or more, through November 30.
Up to 70% off Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Creative Cloud includes many of the go-to apps for digital creatives, including Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and Premiere Rush, Audition, After Effects, Animate, and Character Animator. And Adobe includes more help features and tutorials than ever before. Get it through this today for up to 70 percent off.
Up to 50% off Shutterfly Photo Prints
This offer is good for up to 50 percent off Shutterfly products (some exclusions apply) through shutterfly.com or the Shutterfly app. Go to the website for more info. There are other discount codes available, including Promo code SHIP79, for free economy shipping on orders of $79 or more.
25% off Boris FX Plugins
Through November 26 get 25 percent off all Boris FX products, including the Boris FX Suite with Boris FX Sapphire, Boris FX Mocha, Boris FX Continuum, and Boris FX Optics. Sale is limited to one new product purchase per customer. Offer not valid on floating, dongle, or academic licensing options.) For more, go to BorisFX.com
Up to 55% off Mixbook photo books and cards
Save on holiday photo cards, custom photo books, photo calendars, and canvas prints with discount code CYBER23. Free shipping on orders over $49.00.
29% off a Nikon Z5 full-frame mirrorless camera
One of Nikon’s very capable Z-series, this camera has a 24-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and 5-axis in-body image stabilization for better results in low light. It can shoot 4.5 frames per second with autofocus and capture 4K-resouotion video at 30p. In addition to the Nikon camera body, this bundle comes with a SanDisk 32GB SDHC memory card, camera bag, software and other accessories.
38% off an Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
If you’re looking to create works of art on your Apple iPad, the Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) is a must. WIth tilt- and pressure-sensitivity features and virtually no lag when used with the Apple iPad, it can be used for digital painting and sketching as well as note-taking. It also has a flat edge that attaches magnetically to your iPad, which will keep it charged.
40% off Photoshop Elements 2024 and Premiere Elements 2024
Although many photographers and other creatives use Adobe Creative Cloud, which comes with Photoshop and Premiere Pro, not all artists need to use that cloud-oriented option. That’s why there’s Photoshop Elements 2024 and Premiere Elements 2024. For starters, there’s no subscription. You just pay once. The software is also easier to use: For instance, on Photoshop Elements 2024, which is for editing photos, there are one-click edits to instantly add blur or remove a background, smooth skin, de-haze or colorize a photo, and more. In Premiere Elements 2024, which is for video, you can quickly trim video clips, improve graining videos, and even produce stop-motion videos. Right now, you can buy both software packages for $89.99—a 40 percent savings.
40% off a Blink Outdoor 4 (4th Gen) smart security camera
Keep an eye on your studio when you are not there! For years, Blink has been making a variety of affordable security cameras that are easy to install and to use. Now you can find a bunch of them on Amazon for up to 60 percent off. For instance, save 50 percent on the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt camera, which is great for indoor use, or save 40 percent on the new Blink 4 fourth-generation outdoor camera.
19% off an Epson EcoTank ET-3843 printer
Target already has a bunch of products on discount as part of its pre-Black Friday sales. We especially like this Epson Ecotank printer, if only because you don’t have to deal with the hassle and cost of ink cartridges. Instead, this model comes with high-capacity ink tanks. Just fill ’em up and you’ll be able to print for months (or even years!) without needing to refill—and saving on ink in the meantime. Buy now for $299 and save $70.00.
23% off a Canon EOS R5 mirrorless camera (body only)
Canon introduced the EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera in the summer of 2020, and it soon was on many photographers’ wish lists. The EOS R5—now on sale at B&H—has a 45-megapixel image sensor with an ISO range of ISO 100 to ISO 51200 (expandable up to ISO 102,400). You can also capture 8K UHD RAW video with this camera, one of the first that could do so at this resolution. It can fire off 12 frames per second in mechanical shutter mode and 20 fps using the silent electronic shutter. It also has Canon’s powerful Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, which allows it to snap into focus incredibly quickly. It can track people and animals and has excellent in-body image stabilization. Buy now for $3,399.00 and save $500.
18% off a Sony a6100 mirrorless camera with E PZ 16-50mm lens
It may be a few years old, but the Sony a6100 mirrorless camera, which comes with a very compact 16-50mm kit lens, is still a very capable camera. It has a 24-megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor, can shoot 4K-resoution video, and offers a very versatile autofocus system. Unlike some Sony a-series cameras, this model doesn’t have in-body stabilization, which may be a deal-breaker for some. It was originally priced at $1,100 and is available from Best Buy for $699, which is very good price for this digital camera. Buy now and save 36 percent.
Sigma Lenses $50–$200 off
Sigma makes third-party lenses that fit full-frame and APC-size-sensor mirrorless cameras from major brands like Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Panasonic, and others. Recently Sigma announced Black Friday instant savings deals on 14 lenses, running through December 10. You can save anywhere from $50 to $200 on a variety of prime and zoom models.
$20–$150 off BenQ computer monitors
For those who want a high-quality computer monitor, BenQ has a number of models that are worth a look. The company also makes projectors and related products. And starting November 15, you can find some items for up to $500 off. Plus, if you shop on the BenQ website from November 24 through 27, you can get an extra 15 percent off on select products if you become a BenQ member. See the website for more information.