I've been going to academic art lessons for around a month now, and one of my favorite things there is this sharpening tool. You use the exacto-knife to take of the wood and then you take a light block of wood that has sanding paper stapled on it and you just sharpen the pencil using the sanding paper. It's quick and you can get a variety of tips, from perfectly horizontal, to a very sharp point.
Why can’t oil pastel, charcoal, conte be an end in and of themselves, rather than a stepping stone to paint? Is there even such a thing in the art world? Why or why not? I have wondered this for 20 years. I LOVE these mediums, and find such pleasure in using them and in the aesthetic quality of the finished product. When I move on to paints, I lose my joy.
Years ago, I was told coloured pencil was not a "valid" medium for art. Now I am older, and hopefully wiser, I now have the courage to say bollocks! You stick to your guns and go on making beautiful art that you enjoy! If you are happy with your finished work and are pleased with it, that’s what matters. Don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise! 😁
Yes hairspray yellows as it ages. You'll want to check art fixatives to make sure they are archival and non-yellowing. -Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist
The difference between water soluble and not water soluble crayons is that the former must never be given to a toddler, as it dissolves when thrown in a fish tank...
Hi there!! You are awesome, thank you so much for watching! Feel free to sub out materials if you don't have certain things, all of these courses can be altered for your own ease :) - Mia, Art Prof Staff
Watch our video on Comics Curriculum for Self-Taught Artists, Part 1: th-cam.com/video/jGIA3NzT_QU/w-d-xo.html
Great info on drawing/painting mediums. Drawing materials go beyond the classic pencil. ✏️
For sure! Pencils are just the beginning :D - Mia, Art Prof Staff
Crayola markers on inkjet photo paper! The colors are luminous, they glow in the sunlight!
Thank you for doing these discussions, I find them really helpful and fascinating.
Glad you like them! Thank you so much for watching :D - Mia, Art Prof Staff
I love the Yoken Technical pens.
Regular Pentel eraser sticks from office supply, cut at an angle to make a chisel tip.
Thanks so much for this, have been waiting eagerly! Any idea when part 2 is being uploaded? Is this series a 2 parter only? Thanks again!
Next month is part 2! -Prof Lieu
I've been going to academic art lessons for around a month now, and one of my favorite things there is this sharpening tool. You use the exacto-knife to take of the wood and then you take a light block of wood that has sanding paper stapled on it and you just sharpen the pencil using the sanding paper. It's quick and you can get a variety of tips, from perfectly horizontal, to a very sharp point.
That's so crazy! Thanks for sharing, I should look into one of those for myself - Mia Rozear, Art Prof Staff
So grateful for this thank you!!
You're so welcome!-Prof Lieu
Love your content! I've always wanted to try water soluble graphite
Go for it! -Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist
I will say, I really freaking love neocolor 2 😍🥰🥰🥰 so much fun how they make these little oil painting- watercolor hybrids!
I know, right??- Mia, Art Prof Staff
Merci!
Good work ...keep it up and stay connected with us. Thanksss
I LOVE @jerrysartarama sooo much! My only local artist supplies, but also such friendly and knowledgeable employees.
Thanks for the review of artist materials. Is there a power point for this video like you have for your other videos?
Yup! Here it is:
docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PuRWBHixvJgJbg0F45IGcjoUMFNHs9gNxkjQIyA-KQk/edit
-Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist
what are the best drawing books to learn from?
We have lists of how to books and educational books on our main site! artprof.org/library/resources/books/ -Prof Lieu
Why can’t oil pastel, charcoal, conte be an end in and of themselves, rather than a stepping stone to paint? Is there even such a thing in the art world? Why or why not? I have wondered this for 20 years. I LOVE these mediums, and find such pleasure in using them and in the aesthetic quality of the finished product. When I move on to paints, I lose my joy.
Gateway drugs for artists 😘
Years ago, I was told coloured pencil was not a "valid" medium for art. Now I am older, and hopefully wiser, I now have the courage to say bollocks! You stick to your guns and go on making beautiful art that you enjoy! If you are happy with your finished work and are pleased with it, that’s what matters. Don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise! 😁
Great point. I'm coming from the perspective of a painter, but Cat and Clara both primarily work in drawing! -Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist
Sorry, missed the live stream and discord, internet was out, so I got something to eat.
Do you know if its true that hairspray as a fixative can yellow the paper over time but dedicated art fixatives dont?
Yes hairspray yellows as it ages. You'll want to check art fixatives to make sure they are archival and non-yellowing. -Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist
Those pieces by Alex are in graphite? 🤯😮 I thought those were inkwash
It's crazy how some people transform the graphite medium! - Mia Rozear, Art Prof Staff
The difference between water soluble and not water soluble crayons is that the former must never be given to a toddler, as it dissolves when thrown in a fish tank...
Oh no, the poor fish 😧
Omg noooooooooo😂 -Prof Lieu
Haha I'm listening from Albuquerque 😂😂😂 No #2 Caran D'ache crayons...!
Hi there!! You are awesome, thank you so much for watching! Feel free to sub out materials if you don't have certain things, all of these courses can be altered for your own ease :) - Mia, Art Prof Staff
@@artprof Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
I draw with piece of dirt, it costs 50 dollars
Haha, some dirt is rare! And some is just jacked up in price by art stores. 😆 -Lauryn, Art Prof Teaching Artist