The time factor is a prime reason why watercolor and colored pencils are so nice together. I can do washes to establish tone and value with watercolor then use pencils for details.
I've been working with coloured pencils for a while now, but every now and then I still watch videos aimed at beginners to see if I learn anything new. It turns out, I do sometimes and this was one. Great video ❤
This is a really great video, normally I don't find drawing tips very helpful but this was great! I was surprised to see so few views/comments! I'd love to see a video of a good example for beginners wanting to get into hyper-realism. Maybe similar to the pear but (if there is one you can think of) even easier so people can get a feel for whether this is the style for them.
I am only two videos into your channel and I have now subscribed to your patreon. I can't wait to see your videos. Actually only a few days ago, I was thinking of drawing a turtle under water, similar to what you showed in this video. I have oil painted on before and would love to do another but with pencil.
If you are trying to do an original drawing realistically, how do you determine a consistent light source since you by necessity are using multiple reference sources, instead of just one reference photo.
Just love seing all your beautiful work in this video. Would be nice to see a portfolio video with some of the pieces not on Patreon and some from the tutorials of course.
Many tips and great tips. Thanks for sharing. I have been trying to swatch all my pencils. I think I know the answer, but is it best to do the swatches on the paper I will be coloring on? I mostly love your last tips is giving yourself grace, and practice
Do you have any tips on how to draw from a reference that isnt printed out?, ive mostly used print out references and im looking to find out how to get it accurate from a picture on a screen ty!
Thank you!! Very inspiring video 😊 Would just like to ask, is it okay if I do my swatches on an ordinary sketchbook or should it be in bristol/colored pencil paper?
In an ideal world, I'd always recommend using the same paper you're going to draw with. I know it feels like wasting a sheet of expensive paper, but it gives the most accurate colour match. Just keep it safe - I've been using the same swatch sheet for years!
Thanks for this video Gemma. Very useful info very clearly taught. One question -do you print off your reference photo or copy straight from your PC/tablet? If you do print are you allowed to say which printer you use?
I love working from a tablet - being able to zoom right in to the section I'm working on is so helpful. I do have a Canon Pro 100S that I use for reproduction and selling prints, but I rarely print reference photos
@@GemmaChambersArt Thank you. You’re obviously beyond the need to ‘cheat’ by tracing the printout for the initial drawing! Zooming in on a tablet is a gift.
Values us the range of dark and light colors. So which areas have dark colors, which have light colors. Your darkest value might be black, or dark brown or dark purple for instance, whatever is darkest in your reference photo. Its the shadows. while the lightest might be white or light yellow or something else, again whatever is lightest in your drawing.
It can be true because I was also afraid to press it a bit harder and in the end, the drawing looked unfinished. But it is important to press only on the last few layers. 😊
The time factor is a prime reason why watercolor and colored pencils are so nice together. I can do washes to establish tone and value with watercolor then use pencils for details.
I've been working with coloured pencils for a while now, but every now and then I still watch videos aimed at beginners to see if I learn anything new. It turns out, I do sometimes and this was one. Great video ❤
These are EXTREMELY informative videos.
I am just starting off with colored pencil and your channel is a most excellent resource.
This is a really great video, normally I don't find drawing tips very helpful but this was great! I was surprised to see so few views/comments!
I'd love to see a video of a good example for beginners wanting to get into hyper-realism. Maybe similar to the pear but (if there is one you can think of) even easier so people can get a feel for whether this is the style for them.
I’m just beginning with colored pencils and your tips are wonderful.
Thanks for the information! I loved your drawings that you showed. The lion was especially breathtaking! God bless!
I just bumped into you. Wow you are an incredible teacher. I really like how you explain things
You expressed the color and texture of the apple well! You draw very delicately😮
Fantastic tips. Thank you, Gemma.
Great video! 🙌🏻. Love the tip about converting to B&W.
Thanks for this. 🙏
Thank you so much for these 5 tips! Subscribed!! 🙂
Great advice, well said.
Really helpful, no waffle, thank you!
Thx helped me a lot! 😆😆
I am only two videos into your channel and I have now subscribed to your patreon. I can't wait to see your videos. Actually only a few days ago, I was thinking of drawing a turtle under water, similar to what you showed in this video. I have oil painted on before and would love to do another but with pencil.
Great instruction with the end of video step repeat
Muy buena maestra de arte Gracias por compartir tus conocimientos del del arte de dibujar!
U explained everything so good
Love this video!!!
For the start can be use ordinary pencil after the blending, thanks
Great video thankyou😊
If you are trying to do an original drawing realistically, how do you determine a consistent light source since you by necessity are using multiple reference sources, instead of just one reference photo.
Great tips!
Just love seing all your beautiful work in this video. Would be nice to see a portfolio video with some of the pieces not on Patreon and some from the tutorials of course.
Many tips and great tips. Thanks for sharing. I have been trying to swatch all my pencils. I think I know the answer, but is it best to do the swatches on the paper I will be coloring on? I mostly love your last tips is giving yourself grace, and practice
Yes, I always swatch on the same paper that I'll draw on 🙂
Do you have any tips on how to draw from a reference that isnt printed out?, ive mostly used print out references and im looking to find out how to get it accurate from a picture on a screen ty!
also do you know any cheap pencils for students thanks again
Very helpful Video! :)
Thank you!! Very inspiring video 😊 Would just like to ask, is it okay if I do my swatches on an ordinary sketchbook or should it be in bristol/colored pencil paper?
In an ideal world, I'd always recommend using the same paper you're going to draw with. I know it feels like wasting a sheet of expensive paper, but it gives the most accurate colour match. Just keep it safe - I've been using the same swatch sheet for years!
@@GemmaChambersArt thank you!! 😊
Great advice! Do you ever do watercolors?
Thanks for this video Gemma. Very useful info very clearly taught. One question -do you print off your reference photo or copy straight from your PC/tablet? If you do print are you allowed to say which printer you use?
I love working from a tablet - being able to zoom right in to the section I'm working on is so helpful. I do have a Canon Pro 100S that I use for reproduction and selling prints, but I rarely print reference photos
@@GemmaChambersArt Thank you. You’re obviously beyond the need to ‘cheat’ by tracing the printout for the initial drawing! Zooming in on a tablet is a gift.
Great advice, what’s your favourite brand of pencil and do you think this has an effect?
I should stop going in straight away with hard presure using a darker color. So more layering and soft presure...
Drawing a pear like that would take me 2 days, not 2 hours 😆
This channel is saving me monies...
This is a stupid question, but I'm never sure what artists mean when they say 'values'
Values us the range of dark and light colors. So which areas have dark colors, which have light colors. Your darkest value might be black, or dark brown or dark purple for instance, whatever is darkest in your reference photo. Its the shadows. while the lightest might be white or light yellow or something else, again whatever is lightest in your drawing.
I had an art teacher who told me I drew too light. Then I began to press harder and harder. Now I have to try and un-learn that lol.
It can be true because I was also afraid to press it a bit harder and in the end, the drawing looked unfinished. But it is important to press only on the last few layers. 😊
So helpful!! thank you ❤️