Sketching With Colored Pencils (and Other Things)
Let’s talk about sketching with colored pencils (and other tools). What are the benefits? How can you get started?
Completing a Plein Air Colored Pencil Drawing in the Studio
Is completing a plein air colored pencil drawing on site absolutely necessary? Jana Botkin talks about finishing a piece in the studio, including a step-by-step demo.
Choosing Colors for Outdoor Drawing
I’ve been developing the habit of drawing outside for a couple of years, now. It began with the first Colored Pencil Plain Air Drawing Autumn Challenge in 2016. I talked about a lot of things related to plein air drawing back then, but there is one topic I neglected: Choosing colors …
What to Wear for Drawing Outside
Just in case you haven’t heard, we’re doing a plein air drawing challenge. The challenge begins tomorrow, September 1, and runs through the month. My personal goal is to get outside at least once a week and draw something with colored pencils, but I’m really hoping to draw outside more …
How to Use a View Finder
Tips and suggestions for using a view finder to compose art work. Includes tips for using a camera or a pre-cut mat as a view finder
How to Find Something to Draw
Today I’d like to talk to you about how to find something to draw. When I first published this post, it was part of a series on plein aire drawing. If you’re interested in drawing outside, other posts in the series include the equipment I use instead of a standard …
Putting Together a Field Kit for Plein Air Drawing
One of the most important tasks in preparing for plein air drawing is putting together a field kit. Carrie L. Lewis describes a colored pencil field kit.
My Favorite Equipment for Drawing Outside
There are all kinds of tools, supplies, and gear for plein air drawing. In this article I explain my favorite equipment for drawing outside.
