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

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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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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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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

For rough-cut, early-release, and ad-free video versions of the podcast, join the Member’s Circle.

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.

Other Resources for Artists

Ready for personal, tailored art mentoring? Check out the new Art Mentoring program and how you can get started for free!

>>>Join the Monthly Sharpener: a NEW online community for colored pencil artists!<<<

Stay sharp!


"You possess the ability to create exceptional art inside of you already. I'm just here to help you get there faster!" ~John Middick