Drawing on Black Paper: The First Steps
Learn CP artist Carrie Lewis’ first first steps in drawing on black paper. Good news! It’s not as difficult as it may at first appear.
Posts in this category focus on all types of drawing paper, and other drawing drawing surfaces. It includes product reviews, examples of the results you can achieve with different types of paper, and other helpful information.
Why Some Colors Don’t Show on Black Paper
Have you ever wondered why some colors don’t show on black paper when you’re using colored pencils? Carrie Lewis explains.
What Are the Best Papers for Colored Pencil Use
Today’s post begins with a brief email conversation between me and a reader, who was interested in identifying the best papers for colored pencil use. Since the answer depends on the pencils and drawing methods the artist uses, and the type of art being made, I asked for more information. …
How I Decide What Paper to Use
Have you ever wondered how to decide which paper to use for each project? Carrie shares a few of the things she considers in choosing paper.
My Preferred Drawing Papers
What are your preferred drawing papers? Carrie answers this reader’s question by talking about the papers she uses and how she uses them.
Colored Drawing Papers
Are there any good colored drawing papers for colored pencils? Carrie provides the answer to that question, including her favorite colored papers.
My Favorite Watercolor Papers
Time to talk about the art supplies I find the most useful for the type of colored pencil work I do. Today it’s my favorite watercolor papers.
Restoring Tooth to Drawing Paper
Is restoring tooth to drawing paper possible once the paper’s surface has become slick from layers of colored pencils? What methods work best?
Comparing Stonehenge and Sanded Art Papers
Today, I’m comparing Stonehenge and sanded art papers. The good and the not so good about each one. Which one is best for you?
The Best Paper and Pencils for Drawing Details
What are the best paper and pencils for drawing details? Carrie shares principles to help you decide which pencils and paper suit you best.
