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Ferris Wheel Press Feature

January 27, 2023January 27, 2023Leave a comment

It’s not often that I buy a product based on its packaging. I made the exception when I came across Ferris Wheel Press ink on the Desseres’ website in late 2021. Every detail was so thoughtfully crafted from the unique designs on each package to the shape of the bottles that look more like they … Continue reading Ferris Wheel Press Feature

Derwent Chromaflow Review

November 13, 2022November 13, 20224 Comments

Derwent released a new line of coloured pencils called Chromaflow in the Spring of 2021. As a relatively big fan of Derwent products, I was curious to try these pencils for myself. There seemed to be a lot of anticipation amongst coloured pencil artists for them, but who are they really best for and do … Continue reading Derwent Chromaflow Review

Faber-Castell Artist PITT Big Brush Pens Review

July 7, 2022March 20, 2023Leave a comment

It's no secret that Faber-Castell is one of my favourite art supply brands and it's because they consistently deliver quality across all of their lines of products. I first tried the Faber-Castell Artist PITT Big Brush pens in an Artsnacks box back in 2018 and immediately fell in love. While I am no stranger to … Continue reading Faber-Castell Artist PITT Big Brush Pens Review

Museum Aquarelle Pencils Review

April 11, 2022March 20, 20237 Comments

Water-soluble pencils are a fun and dynamic way to create unique effects in your artwork using a single medium. Caran D'Ache's offering in this product space is the Museum Aquarelle Watercolour Pencils. While not an entry-level product based on price alone, the company's products are known to be worth every penny. I have long been … Continue reading Museum Aquarelle Pencils Review

Pablo Colored Pencils Review

August 17, 2021July 7, 202210 Comments

Caran D’Ache is a formidable player in the colored pencil world. Their attention to quality shows in every aspect of their products and they certainly have the price tag to match. For those who may still be dreaming of the day when they can own a coveted set of Luminance, the slightly more affordable Pablo … Continue reading Pablo Colored Pencils Review

Holbein Colored Pencils Review

June 20, 2021October 27, 2022Leave a comment

Colored pencil artists in North America have been patiently awaiting the availability of Japanese-based art supply brand Holbein's colored pencils. Up until recently the only way artists here could purchase the product was through online retailers like Amazon and in some cases people were getting imitation products. The issue was that the line of pencils … Continue reading Holbein Colored Pencils Review

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I’m a Canadian artist and designer specializing in coloured pencil and mixed media. When I’m not creating art, I love helping other artists by sharing tips and tricks that have helped me. You can find me on all of my social channels @barbsotiart or check out my past Q&A articles for COLORED PENCIL Magazine or my co-hosting appearances on the Sharpened Artist Colored Pencil Podcast.
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