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
If there's any singular joy in this world as an artist, it's trying out new art supplies every month. Whoever originally thought of the making a monthly art supply subscription service is a certified genius. You may think that's a pretty lofty statement, but I believe it's the darn truth. An unexpected but pleasant benefit of these … Continue reading ARTSNACKS MAY BOX REVIEW
I have often spoken about the importance of keeping a sketchbook and the more that I spend time on mine, the more I feel stronger about this. There's a freedom that a sketchbook allows you that the sometimes pristine blank sheet of paper or canvas doesn't. Sketchbooks, by nature, aren't meant to be on display. It's … Continue reading April Art Challenge
One of the best creative advantages I'm getting out of these monthly boxes is deciding what I’m going to draw for the Artsnacks Challenge with my items. For those of you unfamiliar, Artsnacks challenges their subscribers to create a piece of art using all of the items in the boxes month to month and share … Continue reading ARTSNACKS APRIL BOX REVIEW
This March marks Artsnacks’ 5th birthday, so the box had an extra special gift inside. It’s not hard to see why they are celebrating their 5th year in business with the awesome products they send out in their curated boxes. I’m really looking forward to these deliveries every month and sharing with you what’s inside, … Continue reading Artsnacks March Box Review
If you saw my recent review on the February Artsnacks subscription box, you probably also know that I might be a little in love. In fact, I'm so smitten with the idea of these boxes that I ordered both of their mystery boxes that were on sale for just $10 USD each. I mean, how could I resist? … Continue reading Artsnacks Doodle Mystery Box Review
