A Christmas gifting guide that supports artists through responsible licensing
This festive period, we’ve handpicked thoughtful gifts that champion creativity, fairness, and the artists behind the work.
The best gifts are the ones chosen with intention - those that feel purposeful and full of meaning. This Christmas, our Supporting Artists Gift Guide celebrates exactly that.
Every item featured in this year’s guide has been made possible through DACS-facilitated licensing. That means the artists behind each design, illustration, or creative work have been fairly recognised and rewarded for their contribution. By choosing gifts created through ethical licensing, you’re not only giving something rich of inspiration and design - but you’re also supporting the livelihood of artists and contributing the sustainability of the creative ecosystem.
From limited-edition prints and beautifully crafted homeware to books, apparel, and design-led treasures, these gifts show how artist licensing can bring creativity into everyday life in new and inspiring ways. They offer a glimpse of what can be achieved through partnerships built on respect for artists’ rights, demonstrating the value of DACS Licensing for both creators and clients alike.
Whether you’re treating a loved one (or yourself), the Supporting Artists Gift Guide makes it easy to give meaningfully this festive season. Each gift is a small act of support, reinforcing the idea that creativity has value and that artists deserve to share in that value.
Stocking Fillers
Affordable, artful and full of joy
- Radical Harmony Postcard Pack - The National Gallery x Multiple artists
- Sketchbook Thiebaud Cake Slice - Courtauld Gallery x Wayne Thiebaud
- Edward Hopper Cloth - Cubitts x Edward Hooper
- How to Live an Artful Life by Katy Hessel – Cornerstone x Multiple artists
- Rothko Playing Cards – Bird Playing Cards x Mark Rothko
Thoughtful Picks
Mid-range gifts that bring creativity into daily life
- Hew Locke Gold Bag – Hew Locke x Tate
- Ben Nicholson Head 1933 Print – Kettle's Yard x Ben Nicholson
- Tea Towel Hot Dog – Wayne Thiebaud x Courtauld Gallery
- People Watching Deluxe Vinyl by Sam Fender – Polydor Records x Tish Murtha
- Virginia Woolf Book Series – Penguin Random House x Vanessa Bell
- PEACE FOR ALL Graphic T-Shirt – UNIQLO x Julien Opie
Special Gestures
Premium pieces for moments that deserve something extraordinary
- Villa Savoye Model – Chisel and Mouse x Le Corbusier
- Oh Helen, I roam in my room, 1973 Print – King & McGaw x Patrick Caulfield
- Womens WHAAM! Ibex Everyday SS Jersey – Stolen Goat x Roy Lichenstein
- Emily Kam Kngwarray Emu Dreaming silk scarf – Tate Modern x Emily Kam Kngwarray
- MIRO'S WOMEN & BIRD IN THE MOONLIGHT – Swatch x Tate x Joan Miro
Why licensing matters
Licensing matters because it ensures artists are recognised, respected, and fairly paid for the work they create. It allows their creativity to be shared in new ways while protecting their rights and sustaining their livelihoods or legacies. When gifts are made through licensing, everyone benefits: artists or estates receive the value they deserve, clients gain access to high-quality creative work, and audiences can enjoy art with confidence, knowing it has been used responsibly.
