Hey Everyone! If you've been following my blog for a while you know that this is not a new post, but it is one of my most popular ones. Originally appearing here in April of 2017, it became very clear to me that the Lyra Rembrandt brand was one that many artists wanted to know … Continue reading Lyra vs Prismacolor
I firmly believe that cost shouldn’t be a factor that stops you from trying a medium or creating art. One of the things I’m really passionate about it trying out brands outside of what I’m going to refer to as the “Big Three” colored pencil brands. If you aren't familiar this is typically Prismacolor Premier, … Continue reading Cezanne vs Prismacolor
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
I don't know about you, but I'm constantly on the hunt for a great pencil sharpener. Whether it be hand-held, electric or battery operated doesn't really matter because at the end of the day they just need to do one thing well for me – sharpen my colored pencils. Back in November of last year, … Continue reading Prismacolor Premier Sharpener Review
Hey Everyone! It's important to admit when you have an obsession and one of mine happens to be with colored pencils. On a recent trip to Costco, I came across a set of 24 Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor colored pencils for a steal of a deal, so how could I not purchase them?! I mean they were … Continue reading Lyra Rembrandt vs Prismacolor Premier Review
Working to perfect your skills as an artist is a challenge. Trying to find a way to do that on your own with challenging subject matter, the support of a group of international artists of all skill levels and for FREE... is quite another. The COLORED PENCIL Magazine monthly challenge has been a significant part … Continue reading Even Good Things Must Come to an End
