Fade Proof Fixative for Colored Pencils
A reader asks about fade proof fixative. Is there a fixative that stops or slows down the fading of fugitive colors on finished artwork?
Comparing Prismacolor and Polychromos
CP artist Carrie compares Prismacolor and Polychromos colored pencils based on personal experience with both brands.
Detailing a Horse Portrait
Follow step-by-step as Carrie describes detailing a horse portrait, and deciding when it is truly finished.
Mixing Colored Pencil Brands
There are a lot of pencils on the market. Carrie talks about learning mixing colored pencil brands, grades, and types.
Choosing Brands of Colored Pencils Drawing by Drawing
If you have a lot of colored pencils, how do you know which ones to use? Carrie shares her method for choosing brands of colored pencils project by project.
Verithin Pencils Not Being Discontinued
Prismacolor Verithin Pencils are not being discontinued. The rumor you may have heard about this line of pencils is not true.
How to Draw Snow on Dark Grey Pastelmat
In today’s post, I want to show you how to draw snow on dark grey Pastelmat. But rather than just draw snow, I chose a subject that’s close to my heart. Trees! We had a light snow in February so it was natural to get outside and take pictures. As …
Prismacolor Colors I Don’t Use
Today’s post is a bit different. By reader request, I’m going to share with you a list of the Prismacolor colors I don’t use. Then I’ll list the Polychromos replacement colors. Before I begin, however, I need to clarify one thing. There are multiple reasons why I don’t use some …
Questions About Old Prismacolor Pencils
In today’s post, Carrie answers a reader’s questions about old Prismacolor pencils and old Design Spectracolor pencils.
My Preferred Colored Pencils
Do you have a preferred colored pencil? No? Carrie shares her preferred colored pencils, why she likes them, and how she likes to use them.
