Colored Pencils and Fading Colors
Colored pencils and fading colors is an issue for many artists. Are Caran d’Ache Luminance and Pablo pencils are less likely to fade than Prismacolors?
When Dull Pencils are the Best Choice
We all know how important well-sharpened colored pencils are to the artist. But is there ever a time when a dull pencil is the better choice?
Are Old Colored Pencils Still Good?
Are old colored pencils any good? Can you draw with them and hope for good results, or should they be thrown away or replaced with new pencils?
Colored Pencils on Drafting Film: Where to Find Help
Today’s question comes from a reader looking for help using colored pencils on drafting film. Here’s the question: I need instruction on handling Dura-lar drafting film. Do you know of any books or articles regarding this ground? Thank you for your question. Drafting film is popular now, so there’s a …
Blending Colored Pencils with OMS
Blending colored pencils with OMS (odorless mineral spirits) is one of my three most frequently used blending methods. In today’s reader question, Patsy asks how to use odorless mineral spirits. Here’s the question: I would like to know more about using OMS. I seem to make mud. I try using …
Switching from Oil Painting to Colored Pencils
Today’s question comes from Carol, a Facebook follower, who asked how hard it is to transition from oil painting to colored pencils. Here’s her question: How hard is it to transition from oil paints to using pencils and where do you start? Guess that’s two questions and you could probably …
Sanded Art Paper & Drawing Paper: 5 Differences
How sanded art paper and drawing paper are different, and what to expect when you draw on it with colored pencils.
Alternatives to Drawing Paper for Colored Pencil
Are there alternatives to drawing paper that can be used with colored pencil? The short answer is yes and here are a few you might consider.
Which Paper is Best for Colored Pencils?
A short time ago, I wrote a post about the best colored pencil papers. Jana Botkin read that post and had a question. Will you expand on the paper in the basic list? I use Strathmore 400 series Bristol smooth for graphite, but prefer the vellum for cp. Which surface …
Best Colors and Brands for Selling Original Art
If you create art for income, and especially if you sell your original work, it’s key to know the best colors and brands to use. Not all colored pencils are created equal, and you do not want to produce art that fades with time. That’s certainly one of my primary …
