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Using Color Theory To Level Up Your Artwork

Show Notes:

Season 3

349 - Using Color Theory To Level Up Your Artwork

This week John and Barb are talking about how to use your knowledge of color theory to create stellar artwork.

Even if you’re brand new, there are things you can do right now to understand color better. This episode shares resources, books, and practical advice for advancing your understanding of color usage.

Be sure and catch this week’s Art Fact Minute towards the middle of the episode. They briefly discuss pigments that use cadmium colors.

Here are the resources discussed:

  1. Colour Mixing Bible by Ian Sidaway

  2. The Complete Color Harmony Book

  3. Color Wheel - pocket size

  4. Printable Color Charts by Barbsotiart

Past episodes referenced in the show:

Giddy Richt - #321

Julie Podstolski - #334 and 235

Ester Roi - #066

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Artist Gift Guide

Show Notes:

Season 3

348 - 2022 Artist Gift Guide

This week John and Barb are sharing their list of products for your gift list this year.

These are all products they believe in, use, and recommend.

Be sure and check out Barb’s complete list on her blog.

Here’s the link: https://barbsotiart.com/2022/11/08/must-have-artist-gift-guide-2022/

Here’s the list discussed in the show:

  1. Derwent Spritzer

  2. Faber-Castell Kneaded Eraser

  3. Derwent Line Maker Pens

  4. Prismacolor Premier Handheld Sharpener

  5. Premium Mounted Boards for UART Sanded Paper

  6. Derwent, Inktense Pencils

  7. Sennelier Pastel Card paper

  8. Strathmore Mixed Media Toned Papers, 184 lbs - Tan, Grey, Blue, and Black.

  9. Winsor and Newton Sceptre Gold II Series Brush - size 14

  10. Book: Drawing Animal Portraits in Coloured Pencil by Lisa Ann Watkins

Past episodes referenced in the show:

Derwent roundtable discussion - #308

Strathmore paper - #336

Interview with Lisa Ann Watkins - #296

Interview with Sara Prentice - #335

2021 Gift Guide episode - #329

Be sure and check out the video version of the show inside Members Circle. The video podcasts are extended, more in-depth, and ad-free!

As always, you can reach out to the show if you’d like to offer any suggestions: podcast@sharpenedartist.com


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The podcast is also supported by Amazon Music Unlimited. If you're looking for a new music streaming service, Amazon Music Unlimited will be perfect. It features 70 million songs and thousands of expert-programmed playlists and stations - all available ad-free! 

So check it out today by going to getamazonmusic.com/sharp We thank Amazon Music Unlimited for their support of the podcast. 

Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

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The special listener coupon code is “sharpart20” to get 20% off a single chart.


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Artist Gift Guide

Show Notes:

Artist Gift Guide

329 - Artist Gift Guide

Today John and Barb and recommending 10 different items for your gift list! Check out the links below for everything talked about in the show.


LINKS for Products REFERENCED IN THE SHOW:

Ampersand Hardbord Panels: https://ampersandart.com/panels/hardbord

Canvas Lamp: https://www.shopcanvas.co

Sofft Tools: https://panpastel.com/sofft-tools

Caran d'Ache Pablo Colored Pencils: https://www.dickblick.com/products/caran-dache-pablo-colored-pencils/

Giottos AA1903 Rocket Air Blaster: https://amzn.to/3cjrA6M

Afmat Long Point Sharpener: https://amzn.to/3FlPvyX

Matte Steel Sheet, Sandpaper Sharpener: https://amzn.to/3CiFv7K

Strathmore Mixed Media Vision Sketchbook: https://www.strathmoreartist.com/mixed-media/vision-mixed-media.html

The Artist's Complete Guide to Drawing the Head: https://amzn.to/3FmNSRV

Barb’s Color Charts: https://barbsotiart.com/printable-colour-charts/

Get Barb’s Checklist: https://barbsotiart.com/2021/11/14/my-favorite-things-artist-gift-guide-2021/

Past interviews and episodes mentioned:

Ester Roi

Ester’s Blog: https://www.esterroi.com/blog/category/step-by-steps

John’s portrait book review: https://sharpenedartist.com/podcast/bookreviewdrawingthehead

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Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

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The special listener coupon code is “sharpart20” to get 20% off a single chart.


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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: November 5, 2019

 

Topic: Holiday Show

 

Points of Interest:

It may only be the beginning of November, but it’s time to start making those holiday wishlists! If you need a little inspiration for your own, here are John and Lisa’s top picks for 2019.

 

Links Referenced:

Derwent Lightfast Pencil Set (36, 72 and 100 count):

Derwent Lightfast - UK link for Cult Pens

Derwent Lightfast - US link for Amazon

Caran D’Ache Luminance Pencils

Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils

Colored Pencil Magazine

Clairefontaine Pastelmat

UArt 800 Grit Premium Pastel Paper (John’s recommendation is to get the pre-mounted boards)

Derwent Watercolor Pencils

Caran D’Ache Aquarelle Pencils

Faber Castell Watercolor Pencils

Derwent Inktense Paint Pan Travel Set

Moo Eraser

Tombow Mono Sand Eraser

Faber Castell Perfection Eraser

Derwent Battery Operated Eraser

Legion Minipad Sampler Set

Brush and Pencil Powder Blender Kit

Brush and Pencil Touch Up Texture

Brush and Pencil Titanium White

Afmat Long Point Pencil Sharpener

Colored Pencil Painting Bible by Alyona Nickelson

Colored Pencil Painting Portraits by Alyona Nickelson

Painting Light with Colored Pencil by Cecile Baird

 

 

 

 

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178 2018 Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: November 26, 2018

 

Topic: Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

 

Points of Interest:

It’s that time of year ago! Here are John and Lisa’s top gift ideas for the colored pencil artist’s list that you may want to add to yours!

 

Links Referenced

Colored Pencil Magazine subscription

Tombow Mono Erasers: Round, Rectangle, and Sand Eraser.

Electric Eraser - Derwent Battery-Operated Eraser

CARL Angel-5 Pencil Sharpener

Derwent Super Point Manual Helical Pencil Sharpener

Caran D’ache Luminance Colored Pencils

Derwent Drawing Pencils

Derwent Lightfast Colored Pencils

Polychromos Pencils

Pan Pastels

Panasonic LUMIX G7 Mirrorless Camera with 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

Echo dot and smart plug 

Giottos Rocket Air Blaster

Easel lights

Velcro cable management

Porcelain palette

Drawing board

Drawing board travel

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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!

 

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132 Gift Ideas for Colored Pencil Artists

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: November 27, 2017

 

Topic: Gift Ideas for Colored Pencil Artists

 

Points of Interest:

Each year John and Lisa compile a list of gift ideas for colored pencil artists. Use these suggestions as inspiration for your own list, or just send the link to your friends and family who want to know what they can buy for you this year!

 

Links Referenced:

Download the new Inktense Lightfast Chart:


Subscription to Colored Pencil Magazine

Colored Pencil Magazine Facebook group

Carl Angel 5 Sharpener

Derwent Super Point Sharpener

Exacto School Pro Sharpener

Derwent Pro Colour Colored Pencils

Caran D’ache Luminance Colored Pencils

Neocolor ii Artist Crayons

Caran D’ache Pablo Colored Pencils

UArt Sanded Paper – 800 grit

Mason Jars

3-Drawer Pastel Box

Hand Book Sketch Journal

Strathmore Illustration Board for Wet Media

Inktense Pencils

Icarus Art Drawing Board

Interview with Ester Roi

Archival Page Neutral Tape

Patreon

Derwent Drawing Pencil Set

Asaro Head

“The Colored Pencil Painting Portraits” book by Alyona Nickelsen

“Colored Pencil Bible” book by Alyona Nickelsen

Rocket Air Blaster

360 degree camera

Panasonic LUMIX G7 camera

 

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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!

081 Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: December 5, 2016

 

Topic: Gift Ideas for Colored Pencil Artists

 

Points of Interest:

Gift-giving season is upon us, and John and Lisa have compiled a list of fabulous options for the colored pencil artist in your life. Follow the links to purchase for a friend, family member, or maybe as a present for yourself!

Some of the links below are Amazon affiliate links.  Affiliate links will help support Sharpened Artist at no additional cost to you!

Links Referenced:

Powder Blender Kit and Texture Fixative and Synthetic Hog Hair Brush

Sticky Putty

Colored Pencil Magazine subscription

Tombow Mono Eraser

Electric Erasers

Caran D’ache Luminance Colored Pencils

Derwent Drawing Chinese White Colored Pencil

Prismacolor Col-erase Pencils

Reference Photo Subscription Options - Shutterstock, Graphicstock, stock photo 99club, iStockphoto

Richeson Drawing Clipboard

Orbital Easel

Classes or workshops:

Craftsy, Patreon, SA Academy

UArt Sanded Pastel Paper

Kum Long-Pointed Sharpener

Derwent Super Point Sharpener

3-Drawer Wood Pastel Storage Box

YouTube Colored Pencil Playlist

Yupo Paper

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 .

 

Stay sharp!

025 Holiday Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

Topic:  Holiday Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

Links Referenced:  At no additional charge to you, the affiliate links below do support Sharpened Artist by paying a small commission if you purchase by clicking the link.  Thanks!

The Sticky Putty, Museum Putty 3 Ounce Package

Caran d'Ache Luminance Colored Pencils (typically less expensive using Amazon Prime than most of the art stores)

Subscription to the COLORED PENCIL Magazine - http://coloredpencilmag.com/

Prismacolor Col-Erase Pencils

The Complete Colored Pencil Book by Bernard Poulin

Derwent Drawing Chinese Pencil, White

 

  • Lisa’s Video on scotch tape - https://youtu.be/H02htPEuKkw

  • Richeson Drawing Clip Board - http://www.dickblick.com/products/richeson-drawing-clip-board/

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.

 

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