Free Art Magazines PDF

2D Artist

2D Artist Magazine Website

2006-2017

2006-2014

UK: 3DTotal

Download this fantastic magazine for CG and digital artists. The publisher states: “2DArtist magazine is the magazine for CG and digital artists around the globe, whether you already work in 2D or are just getting started. Each issue is full of techniques, tutorials, interviews, articles, project overviews and galleries.” This freemagazine pdf pack covers years 2006-2017.

Animation Magazine

2008-2024

California: Animation Magazine

The business, technology & art of animation.

Animation World

1996-1998

California: Animation World Network

Art and Design Magazines Miscellaneous

1879- Present

Various Publishers

A collection of dozens of titles, and about 2,000 issues.

Artgaze

2007-2016

Townsville, Queensland, Australia

News of the arts in Townsville.

Artists & Illustrators

2015-2024

London: Chelsea Magazine Ltd.

Tips, Techniques, Ideas, Inspiration.

Artists Down Under

2017- Present

Australia and NZ

This magazine features talented Australian and New Zealand artists. Explore 88 ISSUU digital issues and get a look at creativity down under.

Blender Art

2005-2013

Blenderart.org

A highly specific art magazine pdf for FOSS graphics software users. The publisher notes: “A quarterly publication featuring Blender 3D, The Gimp, Inkscape and other FOSS graphics design and animation software tips tricks and tutorials.” Download this freemagazine pdf to access 47 ISSUU digital issues.

Cleveland Art

1995- Present

Cleveland, OH: Cleveland Museum of Art

The official magazine for members of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Digital Creative Arts

2004-2006

UK: Highbury Entertainment

The magazine for creative computer users.

Fantasy Artist

2012

UK: Imagine Publishing Ltd.

This art magazine pdf free download includes five issues from 2012, packed with articles, interviews, featured artists, tips, and many tutorials focusing on the fantasy genre.

HTTWYD – How to Think When You Draw

2025

Etherington Brothers

Tips and advice for drawing.

Imagine FX

Imagine FX Magazine Website (Facebook)

2025

Bath, UK: Future

A must-have artmag for digital artists. The publisher proudly claims: “ImagineFX magazine is the only magazine for fantasy and sci-fi digital artists. Each issue contains an eclectic mixture of in-depth workshops from the world’s best artists, galleries and interviews, features, community news, software and hardware reviews, and the latest sci-fi and fantasy films and comics.”

Land Escape Contemporary Art Review

2013-2022

UK: Contemporary Art Press

This contemporary art magazine is one of three titles available from this UK publisher. You can access 56 ISSUU digital issues, though please note that some issues may not display correctly.

Revolution Art

2006-2015

Publicistas.org

A fantastic freemagazine pdf providing inspiration across many visual arts. “A publication delivered in pdf format as a collective sample of the best of graphic arts, videos, music, modeling, and world trends. The objective of REVOLUTIONART is to serve as a inspirational source to artists, models, advertisers, photographers, designers and communicators in general who wish to explore new alternatives of expression through graphical samples of design, photo, illustration, ads, fashion, music, and general visual arts.” – Publisher

Sketch

2000-2003

2004-2014

Kentucky: Blue Line Pro

Dedicated entirely to drawing comics and graphic novels. It features interviews with comic book artists on every aspect of the business, along with how-to-draw tutorials.

The American Art Student and Commercial Artist

1924-1925

NY: American Art Student Publishing Co.

The American Magazine of Art

1916-1936

Art and Progress 1909-1915 & American Magazine of Art 1917-1928

Washington, DC: American Federation of Arts

This historic American monthly magazine covers the arts from 1916-1936. You can find this freemagazine pdf through links to the Internet Archive and HathiTrust. Note that the original title was “Art and Progress” before it was changed to “American Magazine of Art.”

Art in America

Art in America Magazine Website

1963-2007 (Incomplete)

1913-1957 (issues) and Indexes 1981 to 2008

1913-1929 (issues) at HathiTrust

NY: F. F. Sherman

A premier artmag for art lovers, this art magazine pdf free download spans decades of American art. The publisher describes it: “Art in America magazine is for art lovers. Its focus on all types of artwork and its interviews with leading artists sets this magazine apart from its competitors. Whether you have an interest in classic pottery or the modern art movement, you will find gorgeous photographs and a unique insight into each type of artwork. Art in America magazine focuses on the art scene in various countries around the world, including the United States.”

Art in Australia

1916-1942

Sydney, N.S.W.: Angus & Robertson

A complete set of this historic art magazine pdf, which ran from 1916 to 1942. This freemagazine pdf collection documents the art scene in Australia before it was succeeded by ‘Art & Australia’ in 1963.

The Art Journal

1839-1912

1849-1910 – at HathiTrust

London: Hodgson & Graves

Explore this influential 19th-century British artmag. Wikipedia states: “The Art Journal was the most important British 19th-century magazine on art.”

Art-Union

1839-1846

London: W. Thomas

An essential 19th Century art magazine pdf and journal of fine arts published in London.

Arts & Decoration

1910-1942

NY: McBride, Andrews & Co.

This vintage freemagazine pdf focused on both art and interior decoration before ceasing publication in 1942.

The Connoiseur: An Illustrated Magazine for Collectors

1902-1922

London: W. Claude Johnson

This well-illustrated art magazine was geared toward wealthy collectors of art, furniture, and decorative items. Get a historic art magazine pdf free download for volumes covering 1902 to 1922.

Horizon

1948-1965

NY: American Horizon

A fascinating bi-monthly artmag featuring articles on the arts, performing arts, archaeology, movies, and books. This art magazine pdf covers 1948-1965.

Nineteenth Century

Nineteenth Century Magazine Website

2011-2017

2016 to latest issue

U.S. Victorian Society in America

This excellent freemagazine pdf focuses on the Victorian era. The Publisher Website states: “The flagship publication of the Victorian Society in America, published in the Spring and Fall. The magazine is devoted to the cultural and social history of the United States during the Victorian era, with regular features on architecture, fine arts, decorative arts, interior design, life-style, clothing, photography, and material culture.”

Studio International: An Illustrated Magazine of Fine & Applied Art

1896-1922

London: Studio

A beautiful, well-illustrated historical arts artmag spanning 1896-1922. This magazine is a great source for late 19th and early 20th-century art, though note that indexes are often missing.

20-40 page Sample Books of Larger Volumes

This section provides a fantastic selection of art magazine pdf free download samples from larger how-to volumes. Each freemagazine pdf offers 20–40 pages of tutorials and resources on specific art topics, helping you master new skills. These are your go-to artmag resources for learning drawing, painting, and specialized techniques.

How to Draw Step by Step: A Visual Guide to Realistic Drawing

Basics of Drawing – The Ultimate Guide for Beginners

Decorative Painter

Hello, Watercolor!

You Can Draw! Simple Techniques for Realistic Drawings

Drawing Animals 101 – How to Draw with a Veterinarian’s Eye

The 15-Minute Artist

The 15-Minute Artist – Drawing Nature

Drawing the Joy of Nature with Colored Pencil – A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Draw Your RPG Character – A Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Fantasy Characters to Life

A Brush with Fantasy – How to Paint Fairies, Mermaids and Magical Creatures with Watercolor

See, Think, Draw – An Easy Guide to Realistic Drawing and Beyond

Beautiful Landscape Painting Outdoors: Mastering Plein Air

20-40 page Sample Books of Larger Volumes by Author Christopher Hart

Looking for a fantastic art magazine for character drawing? This collection offers 20–40 page samples of larger volumes by the popular author Christopher Hart. These specialized artmag resources function as a freemagazine pdf guide for learning manga, cartoons, and fantasy drawing techniques from a renowned expert.

Begin to Draw People

Learn to Draw Cartoons

The Master Guide to Drawing Cartoons

How to Draw Dogs & Cats from Simple Templates

Drawing Wizards, Witches and Warlocks

Manga 100 – The Cute Collection: Draw Your Favorite Character Types from Popular Genres

Manga 100 – The Ultimate Guide to Drawing the Most Popular Characters

Manga Drawing Class: A Guided Sketchbook for Creating Fantasy & Adventure Characters

The Big Book of Drawing Anime – The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

The Master Guide to Drawing Anime – Tips & Tricks

Master Guide to Drawing Anime – Romance

Coloring Books – 20-40 page Sample Books of Larger Volumes

Enjoy a moment of creative relaxation with this selection of art magazine pdf free download samples from various coloring books for adults. Each freemagazine pdf provides 20–40 pages of unique designs, offering a meditative and fun artmag experience. Find many more coloring book samples via the “Find many more of these coloring books HERE” link.

Woodland Wonderland

Underwater Worlds

Floral Wonderland

Nature Odyssey

Desert Wonderland

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Websites of more Art Magazines

Looking beyond the freemagazine pdf archives? The websites listed below provide continuous streams of art news and articles. These are essential digital artmag sources where you can keep up with industry trends and find subscription options, complementing our art magazine pdf free download collection.

The Art Newspaper

Art in America

Aesthetica

Animation World

Art & Antiques

Art Ltd.

ArtReview

Ceramic Arts Network

Circa Art

Fine Art Connoisseur

Juxtapoz

Professional Artist

Southwest Art

White Fungus

Library Research Guide (LibGuide) – Art Museum Collections Online

Expand your research with this valuable resource guide! This link directs you to a librarian-curated collection of art museums across the U.S., Europe, and Asia that offer substantial digital collections. This page also leads to related art history magazine links and educational artmag resources.