Derwent Drawing pencils are not new to the colored pencil scene but are definitely somewhat overlooked from my perspective. I have long been a fan of the superior opaque qualities of their Chinese White pencil but have never gotten the chance to explore the other colors in the set. I finally decided to splurge and … Continue reading Derwent Drawing Review
As a mixed media artist, I'm always on the lookout for new products that do awesome things. While my primary medium is colored pencil, painting was my first love and is still something I enjoy doing today. I first tried Liquitex Acrylic Gouache in an Artsnacks box back in November of 2018. I've been a … Continue reading Liquitex Acrylic Gouache Review
The quest for the perfect long point sharpener – where does it end?! With so many products to choose from, this task on a good day can be challenging. The price point varies greatly as well as the options available. Electric or Manual? Battery-operated or plug-in? Hand-held or desktop? This review may not give you … Continue reading AFMAT Long Point Sharpener Review
One of the most common questions asked by beginner colored pencil artists in Facebook forums revolves around what pencils to buy and also what paper to pair it with. Recently I did a review of one of Derwent's latest addition to their product line - Lightfast paper. Fans of the Lightfast and INKTENSE colored pencils … Continue reading Derwent Inktense Paper Review
Derwent is continuing to position themselves as front runners in the colored pencil world with their latest addition to their product line. Fans of the Lightfast and INKTENSE colored pencils can now pair their favorite with a specially designed paper formulated to perform with each respective product. One of the most common questions asked by … Continue reading Derwent Lightfast Review
Slice has been gaining a lot of popularity in the colored pencil world lately, especially with pet portrait artists. The ceramic blades are a safer and innovative alternative to the traditional X-Acto brand knives that are commonly used for creating texture in animal fur and human hair. One of the many advantages of this tool … Continue reading Does Slice Make the Cut?
