208 Q and A

 Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 24, 2019

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

More listener questions coming your way in today’s episode! John and Lisa are sounding off on these topics:

-Are water soluble colors tested for lightfastness when dry or wet?

-What are the best mediums to mix with colored pencil?

-Other than saying NO, how do you do a portrait from a less-than-stellar reference photo?

Links Referenced

Free 30-day Audible Trial:

www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast

Looking for past episodes? The “Techniques” CD is a curated edition of some of our earlier shows. Click here to learn more!

John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!

192 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: March 4, 2019

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

Back to the list of listener questions today! (Can you tell we’ve had a lot of questions lately?) John and Lisa love speaking directly to the issues that you’re currently experiencing:

-Does the colored pencil community value realism over abstract styles?

-How do I get an opaque white in my drawing?

-Any tips for pain-free drawing with rheumatoid arthritis?

-How do you fix mistakes in colored pencil?

-Do paper choices differ depending on the pencils or subject matter?

-What exactly is considered a “layer”?

Links Referenced:

Faber Castel Perfection eraser

Stonehenge Paper (individual sheets and pads)

Fabriano Artistico Watercolor Paper

Arches Hot Press Watercolor Paper

Canson Mi-Teintes Paper

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Looking for past episodes? The “Techniques” CD is a curated edition of some of our earlier shows. Click here to learn more!

John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!

191 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: February 25, 2019

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

The questions in today’s episode are about the use of specific materials. John and Lisa weigh in!

-Is there a risk of plastic sheets sticking to the pencil in an art portfolio?

-Do you have a black eraser you use on black paper?

-Is there a non-toxic, natural alternative to OMS for kids or those with allergies?

Links Referenced:

Tombow Mono eraser

Free 30-day Audible Trial:

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Looking for past episodes? The “Techniques” CD is a curated edition of some of our earlier shows. Click here to learn more!

John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!

189 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: February11, 2019

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

You’ve got questions, John and Lisa have answers! This week’s episode features these listener-submitted Q’s:

-Are my colors getting lighter, or is it my imagination?

-Should I use a brand of colored pencils that don’t have lightfast ratings?

-Can you learn more in a group session vs. individual sessions?

-Can I use a water-based medium under oil or wax based pencils?

Links Referenced:

Bruynzeel Design Colored Pencils

Free 30-day Audible Trial:

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John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!

140 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: January 22, 2018

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

John and Lisa are back with a fresh batch of Q and A responses!

-Do you continue to take art classes, even though you’re professionals?

-How in the world do you come up with pricing for portraits?

-How do you get a “pinprick point” on your pencils?

-My final work looks drab – how do I make it brighter?

Links Referenced:

Colored Pencil Painting Bible by Alyona Nickelson

Derwent Super Point Sharpener by Derwent

Inktense Lightfastness Rating Chart

Colored Pencil Touch- Up Texture

Colored Pencil Titanium White

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John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!

135 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: December 18, 2017

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

You love asking questions, and John and Lisa love answering them! This episode features the answers to these listener-submitted

-How do you avoid a grainy/gritty look with colored pencil painting?

-Which side of Stonehenge paper should I be using?

-What advice do you have for someone transitioning to art as a full-time job?

Links Referenced:

Brush and Pencil Art Group on Facebook

UArt Premium Sanded Pastel Paper (Lisa likes 500 grit; John prefers 600 or 800 grit)

Fisher 400 Sanded Paper

Stonehenge Paper

Have a question you’d like to hear featured in a future episode? Submit to John and/or Lisa here:

www.sharpenedartist.com/qanda

www.lachri.com/faq

Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair:

www.clarityandflair.com

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John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

If you want more colored pencil inspiration, snag a FREE sample issue of the COLORED PENCIL MAGAZINE here!

Stay sharp!