10 Favorite Blog Posts
This week, I share 10 favorite blog posts from 2017 – 2019. Topics include drawing methods, time management and much more.
Why I Use Umber Underdrawings
In this post, I explain why I use umber underdrawings for so many of my colored pencil drawings and paintings.
Squiggly Strokes with Colored Pencils
Have you ever heard of using squiggly strokes with colored pencils? No? This post explains how Carrie uses this unique stroke.
Striking Strokes with Colored Pencils
Use striking strokes with colored pencils (and their close relative, flicking strokes) to add unique accents and details to your colored pencil art.
Directional Strokes with Colored Pencils
Do you know how to make the most of directional strokes with colored pencils? Carrie shares examples in today’s post.
Hatching and Crosshatching Strokes with Colored Pencils
Carrie describes hatching and crosshatching strokes with colored pencils, how to use them for smooth color, and when to use them.
How to Transfer Drawings to Sanded Art Papers
What is the best way to transfer drawings to sanded art papers: projectors or some other method?
Drawing Smooth Dark Backgrounds
Drawing smooth dark backgrounds with colored pencils can be time-consuming, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Learn two keys to make your dark backgrounds smoother and more effective.
Suggestions for Drawing People
Artist Carrie L. Lewis shares a few basic suggestions for drawing people, especially faces and beards, that you can start mastering today.
