Secret Weapon for Pencil Drawing

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    Powdered graphite allows an artist to create smooth transitions of value and shading without visible pencil lines and without having to smudge with a finger. When powdered graphite is used in a drawing, the artist can use the eraser as a mark-making tool for lighter values, while still using the pencil for darker tones. This helps to encourage the development of a full range of value in the drawing.
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  • @ElizabethBattle
    @ElizabethBattle ปีที่แล้ว +114

    I introduced powdered graphite to my drawing students a couple of years ago. We used graphite sold as lubricant from the hardware store. Very cheap. The students really liked working with it.

    • @lopamudraray4571
      @lopamudraray4571 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hope they are safe if inhaled!

    • @leif1075
      @leif1075 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can we buy it at Michael's art store or elsewhere?

    • @kazumasatou6256
      @kazumasatou6256 ปีที่แล้ว

      You put your students at risk of death im not joking. Go check the list of potential problems when using graphite powdere lubricant thats not used for art, its a few things among them death if it gets in the airways. Dont cheap out when it comes to health & safety.

    • @RrocoRocks
      @RrocoRocks ปีที่แล้ว

      P😮😮p😮😮😮😮😮😮p😮😅p😮p😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮pppp😮😮😢pp😢 10:04

    • @sherrytelle
      @sherrytelle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@leif1075 never buy art supplies at Michaels, you will inevitably pay more and get an inferior product even with their "discounts"

  • @hyperguyver2
    @hyperguyver2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Powdered graphite is also something we use in prop making to give a gunmetal finish to items like weapons, and to weather items like armor and equipment to make it look worn and dirty.

    • @mythribg3349
      @mythribg3349 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow that’s cool to know!!

  • @sanne2145
    @sanne2145 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As a kid I discovered that when I sharped my pencil, I could make shadows and clouds with the powder graphite that comes of... I recently starting drawing again and often I remember that I already did things as a child... Kids really have such creative minds to create

  • @randywilliams847
    @randywilliams847 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    You have the best instructional videos on TH-cam. Period.

  • @lindalangeheine5787
    @lindalangeheine5787 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I use cosmetic sponges to move the powder around the page. Works beautifully for portraits.

    • @kathysterndahl3134
      @kathysterndahl3134 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ha ha! I just learned a valuable lesson… never use powdered graphite near a ceiling fan! That stuff flies everywhere with the gentlest of breezes.

    • @denkerdunsmuir3370
      @denkerdunsmuir3370 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me, too! Those little sponges are fun to use throughout my mixed media practice -- fluid and dry.

  • @anorphan5711
    @anorphan5711 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Nice! this also works with soft pastels, compressed charcoal sticks, and graphite sticks. I also just use a knife to scrape off the graphite onto a paper and use a brush to blend it.

  • @j.mbarlow5952
    @j.mbarlow5952 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I've been toning my entire piece of paper for ages, I didn't realize it was actually an established technique! This powdered graphite thing is a fantastic idea, I will definitely try it out. Thanks!

  • @abigailhumes4608
    @abigailhumes4608 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am back. Yes, I am in your course, but had a shoulder injury and haven't "been around" in a couple of months. I am anxious to get back into the course and your weekly demonstrations. It is good to your face, Matt.

  • @brittanywilliams5420
    @brittanywilliams5420 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just tried this, since I'm struggling with portraits atm, and holy crap! Nvr going back to the way I was doing it! Absolutely amazing!

  • @Danika_Nadzan
    @Danika_Nadzan ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Wow! I always learn something amazing from your videos! I just started drawing 2 years ago, and pencil is my favorite; I would never have thought of doing this. Your drawings using this technique are stunning! Thank you so much for sharing your talents and knowledge with us! (from Philadelphia area)

  • @purplerider2362
    @purplerider2362 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just started drawing in 2020 when I turned 40. Thank u

  • @rickhenry1833
    @rickhenry1833 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I regret that my Art Instructor at college didn't cover graphite media. This is a big game changer for me. Thanks for an extraordinary experience.

  • @sunnysnod7483
    @sunnysnod7483 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Powdered graphite what a break through for me. I also paint so this method really speaks to me, this I can get my head around, thank you. I struggle to get depth and smooth tones with pencils, this will really help.

  • @indigodande4345
    @indigodande4345 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would even dare to suggest to keep a spritz bottle / fine mist sprayer handy with 90% alcohol like pastel artists. Use it to seal the powder thats already on the paper and then add next layer.

    • @granmabern5283
      @granmabern5283 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thankyou!🎉😊

  • @heartsource417
    @heartsource417 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this. Thank you. I cannot wait to try this! You are a wonderful artist! Wow.

  • @user-gt8oj1bc2z
    @user-gt8oj1bc2z 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I dearly love this technique. Love the push/pull of graphite. Brings me great pleasure.

  • @lizmacdonnell1234
    @lizmacdonnell1234 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love watching your tips and lectures. Thank you!

  • @wyominggirl2835
    @wyominggirl2835 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow thank you! I am so glad to come across this channel! This just solved so many issues I have had drawing!

  • @rosejames1436
    @rosejames1436 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for a great introduction to a new technique!

  • @natalieanderson7732
    @natalieanderson7732 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    WOW! I had no idea this was possible. I love pencil drawing. This is a whole other way to use graphite. I can't wait to give it a try.

    • @gemmamulkearns2297
      @gemmamulkearns2297 ปีที่แล้ว

      Loving graphite powder. Will definitely do more work with graphite

  • @sherrytelle
    @sherrytelle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best video on powdered graphite I have found! Introduced the water soluble powdered graphite to my students yesterday, wish I had seen this first!

  • @nongreaterthnHE
    @nongreaterthnHE 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So awesome 👍. Thank you so much for your tutorials. I've been drawing for so long and with ADHD and no formal schooling this truly inspires and helps me. It's refreshing to know that some techniques I use, like using pencil shavings, are actually real and I could've learned to do a lot earlier had I not been so hard headed...😂 God bless 🙏

  • @kdcraft89
    @kdcraft89 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! I've had some of this for a while but never used it. (Got it at a garage sale). I will try it tomorrow. Fabulous!

  • @charlottesmom
    @charlottesmom 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have a jar of graphite powder somewhere in my collection of drawing paraphernalia, gotta dig it out and play!

  • @LauraBCReyna
    @LauraBCReyna ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Learned abt graphite powder yrs ago & keep forgetting abt it. I have some woodless graphite sticks I never use & can shave down. Thanks!

  • @OonaghEllis
    @OonaghEllis ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, I never thought about doing this. Thank you. I haven't done any pencil drawing for a long time buit I think i'm going to go try again 🙂

  • @daniellesublime
    @daniellesublime 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fantastic. This is precisely the information I've been lacking. Thank you!

  • @KonohaNoSai2008
    @KonohaNoSai2008 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi from Belgium Matt!
    Thanks again for this interesting video you shared with us 😀(and all others)
    The technique is really amazing and the results are wonderful🤩

  • @meeraahuja1594
    @meeraahuja1594 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing the graphite techniques

  • @zoridahall4732
    @zoridahall4732 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome artistry, loved it, thank you for your tutorial, the best,,,Zoe

  • @kevincarson9795
    @kevincarson9795 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the info! The background music also had some tasty grooves!

  • @GarnetLynne
    @GarnetLynne ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using powder graphic from my staedtler sharpener for quite some time. cool!

  • @Draw_together
    @Draw_together ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great lesson! I will try to apply it in my drawings.

  • @illustrator-humayunchowdhury
    @illustrator-humayunchowdhury 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just an incredible way of realism pencil drawing!😍

  • @evalorentzosatyourservice
    @evalorentzosatyourservice 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this...can't wait to try!

  • @amethystas5980
    @amethystas5980 ปีที่แล้ว

    素晴らしい技術と知識を誰でも教授できるようにシェアしてくださることに感謝します✨ありがとうございます✨
    日本より愛をこめて。

  • @renee2760
    @renee2760 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sharing your expertise. You're great.

  • @BDFRHT
    @BDFRHT ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely fantastic artwork!!!

  • @deborahnolan9360
    @deborahnolan9360 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much, Matt!

  • @ydoic1111
    @ydoic1111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg I've been saving my pencil stubs and was wondering what
    I'm gonna use them 4? Well u just answered my question. Thanks for the free lessons greatly appreciated just got u a new sub cheers 😉

  • @dewsms
    @dewsms ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video. I just learned to do charcoal in the same way, using a brush or tissue. Thank you, 🙄Light blub on now-use with graphite. Why didn't I think of that😲

  • @sindollface
    @sindollface 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is incredible! How u brought that to life like that. Thank you for sharing this tip.

  • @koiturnbull5700
    @koiturnbull5700 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You!! I will try this approach

  • @bethnolastname
    @bethnolastname ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Helpful...very!! Thank you!

  • @mikederasmo7621
    @mikederasmo7621 ปีที่แล้ว

    simply spectacular!

  • @deborahfinney313
    @deborahfinney313 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice..gave me new ideas. Thanks again for another great video!

  • @babyruth225
    @babyruth225 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible! Great tips!!

  • @airplayn
    @airplayn ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @CristinaTeixeiraTV
    @CristinaTeixeiraTV ปีที่แล้ว

    very good. Thank you. I did some time ago a course with you. I recomend.

  • @rieandomapili9640
    @rieandomapili9640 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the video, you encourage me to get better.

  • @ranhold1
    @ranhold1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, gives me so many ideas

  • @mochawitch
    @mochawitch ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome. Gotta try it ❤️❤️

  • @nighthawksblues3081
    @nighthawksblues3081 ปีที่แล้ว

    This fellow Matt is really cute. He gives good art advice too!

  • @pamwillis2340
    @pamwillis2340 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s awesome thank you for the tips

  • @brendaoneill990
    @brendaoneill990 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love this , Thank-you so much.🌸🇦🇺

  • @tonym994
    @tonym994 ปีที่แล้ว

    the drinking glass is brilliant .black & white is beautiful. of course, when I see that big brush covered in graphite clouding up the whole picture, I wanna scream, but I know the outcome will be great. jellyfish resemble parachutes. I'd rather encounter a parachute. thank you, for another invaluable lesson.

  • @maryshilpa4904
    @maryshilpa4904 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    wow it so simple to understand , i'm beginner but it way too useful for me to see in broader way to see pictures and try my drawing

  • @sarahdeason493
    @sarahdeason493 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent Tutorial ❤

  • @josedaniello7386
    @josedaniello7386 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hélio dear master. I am from São Paulo , Brazil. Beautiful idea. Thank you.

  • @lindamclean8809
    @lindamclean8809 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent....thank you ❤❤❤

  • @funfamily7049
    @funfamily7049 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for showing.I did have experience like this exidentialy.
    Like and enjoy more then drawing as drawing by deleting.

  • @vehinhkhoitamgiac2889
    @vehinhkhoitamgiac2889 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing paintings !

  • @vic2rvic
    @vic2rvic ปีที่แล้ว

    "Is a re-mark-able tool", I see what you did there.
    Great video and technique.

  • @claritzairosario68
    @claritzairosario68 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much!!🤍

  • @user-jd4hi7dj6q
    @user-jd4hi7dj6q 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very cool ❤

  • @starstanza007
    @starstanza007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @geraldpatacsil7995
    @geraldpatacsil7995 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it!!

  • @IldefonsoMunoz
    @IldefonsoMunoz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic. Do you have a video like this to make portraits ?

  • @indiannaclachar4776
    @indiannaclachar4776 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow👏👏👏😊

  • @julianacheatem3394
    @julianacheatem3394 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I will be taking your courses. Your work is beautiful. Can you add the photos you used?

  • @DrCarolFrancis
    @DrCarolFrancis ปีที่แล้ว

    Thx so clear and helpful and artistically wonderful

  • @MefeiesT
    @MefeiesT ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thx for the video. I have to admit this Jellyfish Looks sooooo good ❤🎉

  • @coreyjohnson2268
    @coreyjohnson2268 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You👊🏾💯

  • @TheKalakariTimes
    @TheKalakariTimes ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello...... I am from India. Your videos are fantastic...

  • @fatima8798
    @fatima8798 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing video❤

  • @hislamb4528
    @hislamb4528 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My first time watching ! You’re Extremely talented and a Great Teacher. I’m subscribing. Shall I say with this technique lesson you’re teaching us how to be more SHADY??? LOL!😂 BLESSINGS!😃❤️

  • @makingartwithvirginia6053
    @makingartwithvirginia6053 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very nifty, Matt. Your drawings were beautiful, especially the glass and bottle. 🤓. I am going to try powdered graphite.

  • @sanjoshi729
    @sanjoshi729 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Liked your work very much

  • @basicarts786
    @basicarts786 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent work

  • @sandraboyer5060
    @sandraboyer5060 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you 😊

  • @shamsmannar7444
    @shamsmannar7444 ปีที่แล้ว

    am shams after 28 years started pencil drowing
    am following your instruction
    thanks sir

  • @jennifervallot7003
    @jennifervallot7003 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Could you use a similar technique with pastel chalks and chalk pencils?

  • @jennylabaja9134
    @jennylabaja9134 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you❤❤❤

  • @chayanikaroy3482
    @chayanikaroy3482 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you

  • @cinematicdrone9945
    @cinematicdrone9945 ปีที่แล้ว

    man you are an amazing artist

  • @steveapplegate322
    @steveapplegate322 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank u for this tip

  • @startreker8591
    @startreker8591 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks ❤

  • @repeekyraidcero
    @repeekyraidcero ปีที่แล้ว

    *Remembers Graphite on hand balm*
    Haha. I like graphite drawings, good to see you having another cool tip :-)

  • @amandasymon4363
    @amandasymon4363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I cannot wait to create smooth even transitions using powdered graphite - Great instruction 👌

  • @vyacheslavklc5256
    @vyacheslavklc5256 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great👏💗🥰

  • @kurtfischback8453
    @kurtfischback8453 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been an artist for years…never heard of this. Thank you! Is there something similar for colored pencils? Right now I use pan pastels but they’re not always user friendly with some of the surfaces I use.

  • @Logooarts
    @Logooarts ปีที่แล้ว

    Super amazing tutorials you have 🥰Thanks,Only here to learn to teach my people on my channel too

  • @orwintietjen2044
    @orwintietjen2044 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thích những người bên đạo dậy đàn hay như vậy:)).

  • @DarkLilika
    @DarkLilika ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos so much doesn't matter the topic

  • @funfamily7049
    @funfamily7049 ปีที่แล้ว

    how about different colors in this tricking, or deleting drawing.
    And how to make it long time saved.
    Protect cover, or use as a print or photo?
    Thanks. Enjoy your time and art.

  • @bozoclown2098
    @bozoclown2098 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You look clean ( & civilized).

  • @valeriegehling4358
    @valeriegehling4358 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Both drawings looked so good. How do you seal them? Or isn’t this necessary? Thanks

  • @Nasauniverse001
    @Nasauniverse001 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice. How do you fix the graphite afterwards?

  • @davidstokes8441
    @davidstokes8441 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using powdered graphite to free up locks and lubricate my model locomotives - now I havee another use.

  • @stephenmyerscough5497
    @stephenmyerscough5497 ปีที่แล้ว

    Inspired a novice ,,,,,,,thank you 👍