The Best Pencil Brands for Fine Art
Want to know the best pencil brands for fine art? I’ll tell you the brands I’ve used and what I liked (or didn’t like) about them.
Reasons for Making Miniature Art
Carrie shares a few good reasons for making miniature art. Yes, you can make miniature art for the art itself, but there are other reasons.
My Earliest Art Memories
I talk about my earliest art memories, where I started and how I began developing drawing and painting skills.
CP Magic Magazine October 2026
CP Magic magazine October 2026. Featured artist Kelly Almer, fall scene tutorial, product and paper reviews, and more.
Papers for Colored Pencils: 4 Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions students frequently ask about papers for colored pencils. What do you need to know before you buy or begin drawing?
Upgrading Student Grade Colored Pencils
Upgrading student grade colored pencils to more professional pencils is today’s topic. Is there a right way?
Layering Smooth Color on Difficult Paper
Smooth color application is important on any paper. Carrie shares tips for layering smooth color on smooth paper, which can be especially difficult.
Formal Art Education
Is formal art education necessary if you want to be an artist, or make a living making art? Carrie talks about her art education.
CP Magic Magazine September 2026
CP Magic magazine September 2026 features an in-depth chat with artist and publisher Carrie Lewis, a tutorial by her, and more.
Finishing Difficult Artwork
Every artist struggles with finishing difficult artwork at one time or another. What should you do when it happens? Here are a few tips.
