Abstract: Described herein are embodiments for an apparatus for holding artist supplies in an upright manner. The apparatus comprises a first tier having a first plurality of round openings with a first diameter. A receptacle is positioned below each of the round openings and resilient elastomeric membranes having at least one slit cover each of the first plurality of round openings on the first tier. The apparatus also has a second tier with a second plurality of round openings having a second diameter disposed thereon. Each of the round openings are covered with a slit resilient elastomeric membrane and open to a receptacle positioned directly below the second plurality of round openings. A third tier having a third plurality or round openings with a third diameter is also included. Each of the third plurality of round openings is covered with a slit resilient elastomeric membrane and opens to a receptacle positioned directly below the round openings.