Introduction to Charcoal
Want to try using charcoal but not sure where to begin? Here is a primer on types of charcoal along with an easy beginner project.
Ages 10 and up. 
Colored Pencil Techniques
In this lesson on how to use colored pencils, I will focus on the "direction of your stroke" and how it affects the movement and feel of your drawing.
Ages 11 and up.
Mixing Mediums
Can you guess how many different art supplies were used to create this seahorse drawing? This lesson will explore ways to combine various mediums in a drawing to create unique results.
Ages 11 and up.
Faux Airbrush
Here's an easy technique that uses pastel dust and a brush to create the soft look of an airbrush. For intermediate to advanced artists.
Ages 12 and up. |
Textured Background Technique
In this lesson, I will describe a technique for creating an interesting background for a pencil drawing using gesso and watercolor paints.
Ages 11 and up.
Graphite Pencil Techniques
In this lesson, I will describe a few pencil techniques that I used to render this lighthouse composition. Also included are the steps to sketching it prior to rendering.
Ages 11 and up.
Pastel Pencil Techniques
Some advice if you're wanting to try pastel pencils, a wonderful choice for precise, yet vibrant work.
Ages 12 and up.
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