I like the way you always remind us that a photograph is just a *reference.* Maybe we can say that the scene in front of us on-site is just a reference, too.
This video has been very interesting and timely for me because I bought these paints a few days ago and I’m having a lot of fun with them. They are ideal for large areas and backgrounds, in combination with the Derwent tinted charcoal pencils for adding details and darker shadows (you can use a normal charcoal pencil of any brand instead of them). I love charcoal and, in my opinion, these paints are a very good innovation because the subtle shades provide a greater contrast and variety to the drawing. In addition, water works like a natural fixative.
Great video, thanks Colin! I love the palette too, they came in an art box and I have used them for b/w effect in pen "portraits". I am looking forward to using them to do some moody landscapes in the grey months to come.
I’ve found they never gum themselves to the bottom of the pan as a result of getting wet. Which means when you inevitably drop the box they will fall out and get mixed up. You can guess how I found out. Another way in which they are not watercolour!
As a way to practice values I have been toying with the idea of trying a monochrome painting (ink and watercolour). Maybe these would be ideal ( feel a bout of A.M.A.S kicking in🤷🏻♂️)(Art Material Acquisition Syndrome).
I like the way you always remind us that a photograph is just a *reference.* Maybe we can say that the scene in front of us on-site is just a reference, too.
Yeah - this has been a recent revelation for me - so liberating
I didn’t know of this medium. Thank you for the introduction!
You’re welcome.. I’m definitely a fan of it
Really enjoying your videos and your style. 😍
Ah thank you!
This video has been very interesting and timely for me because I bought these paints a few days ago and I’m having a lot of fun with them. They are ideal for large areas and backgrounds, in combination with the Derwent tinted charcoal pencils for adding details and darker shadows (you can use a normal charcoal pencil of any brand instead of them). I love charcoal and, in my opinion, these paints are a very good innovation because the subtle shades provide a greater contrast and variety to the drawing. In addition, water works like a natural fixative.
Thanks for the demo and review. They look interesting. The colors are beautiful. I love the muted , moody colors too. Thanks for
Very nice presentation and demo,
You got such value from those and I really like it. You got the job done quickly.
Thank you!
Very interesting..speaks of Notan!
Thank you for demonstrating those. I had been wondering what they were like. I really like your style and way of teaching. Have a great day.
Thank you Diane
Thanks for the video Colin, great as always :)
My pleasure!
Great video, thanks Colin! I love the palette too, they came in an art box and I have used them for b/w effect in pen "portraits". I am looking forward to using them to do some moody landscapes in the grey months to come.
Sounds like a plan - we know the greys are coming and we may as well celebrate them
How cool. Thank you for showing me the tinted Charcoal. Nice camera. 😊
My pleasure 😊
very informative. And a nice model of open mindedness
Thank you!
Very interesting Colin - I like the muted colours but I think I need to improve my watercolour skills before I give these a go.
You can do it!
I’ve found they never gum themselves to the bottom of the pan as a result of getting wet. Which means when you inevitably drop the box they will fall out and get mixed up.
You can guess how I found out.
Another way in which they are not watercolour!
It’s correcting your brain as you use them that’s the interesting part 😂 I fully expected them to layer like watercolours!!
As a way to practice values I have been toying with the idea of trying a monochrome painting (ink and watercolour). Maybe these would be ideal ( feel a bout of A.M.A.S kicking in🤷🏻♂️)(Art Material Acquisition Syndrome).
Ha that made me laugh re AMAS - I hear you!