CP Magic May 2026 is packed with great information and beautiful artwork for all colored pencil artists who want to advance their skill level. The special focus is on miniature art, creating it, presenting it, and finding places to exhibit it. Let’s take a look at what’s inside.
About CP Magic May 2026
Featured Artist: Crystal Wolfe
Drawing Paper Review: Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Paper
Setting up Templates for ACEO (and Other Miniature) Art
Tips for Drawing Miniature Art
Framing Miniature Art
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Featured Artist: Crystal Wolfe
Interview
Crystal Wolfe joins us to tell in her own words about her love of art, her unconventional introduction to art, and her growing interest in miniature art. She also shares her favorite, must-have tool and a few hacks for creating great artwork.
Tutorial
Crystal’s tutorial is a tiny treasure drawn on drafting film. As usual, the reference photo and a line drawing are available for you to download. The line drawing can easily be scaled up or down so you can create a miniature piece along with Crystal, or do the same drawing at a larger size.
Also in CP Magic May 2026
Drawing Paper Review: Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Paper
Kim Vlahovich
Kim Vlahovich continues his drawing paper reviews with a look at another Strathmore product, the 400 Series Drawing Paper. Strathmore rates their 400 Series paper as “best”. Is it? Kim shares his thoughts on this mixed media paper, including a demo piece that will make your mouth water.
SPECIAL FOCUS: Miniature Art
Setting up Templates for ACEO (and Other Miniature) Art
Carrie L. Lewis
If you’re looking for a better way to prepare for drawing ACEOs, ATCs or other miniature art, then you’ll want to check out Carrie’s templates. She set up letter-sized sheets for ACEOs, but you can do the same for any size of miniature art. Includes a link to Carrie’s ACEO template.
Tips for Drawing Miniature Art
Carrie L. Lewis
In many respects, drawing miniature art is no different than doing art at any other size. But there are some principles to remember that are especially important for miniature art. Learn what they are in this article.
Framing Miniature Art
Carrie L. Lewis
Now that your miniature art is complete, what is the best way to frame it? Carrie offers some suggestions, including some of the ways she has framed miniatures.
Resources for Artists
In recognition of the miniature theme, The Final Pencil Stroke has been expanded to two pages, with resources for supplies, materials, framing needs, and a few societies and exhibitions.
