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Inktober 2017 – My Submissions
If you haven’t heard of Inktober, it’s a fun challenge started by Jake Parker, where you…
Beginner’s guide to graphite drawing pencils
If you’re new to drawing with graphite and wondering what are the best drawing pencils you should…
8 unique gifts for artists
Need some art gift ideas for the visual artist in your life? Here’s my top…
How to make an artist website in 5 EASY steps
Want to set up an artist website without the headache? Follow my step by step…
Drawing Techniques & Tips
Pencil Shading Techniques Intro
I’ve always found shading to be the quickest way to add realism and depth to…
Drawing technique #1: Shadow lining
Hey guys! This is the first article in a new series I’m starting. The series…
3 exercises to improve your drawing skills
Below are 3 awesome drawing exercises that will improve your drawing skills dramatically. They will…
What is a kneaded eraser – How do you use one?
So, what is a kneaded eraser? Unlike the common vinyl or rubber pink erasers, kneaded rubber erasers…
Detailed guide: How to use a blending stump
A blending stump or paper stump is a stick of tightly rolled up soft paper…