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264 - 24 Brand New Luminance Colored Pencils

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Show Notes:

264 - 24 Brand New Luminance Colored Pencils

In this episode, John just received the brand new 24 Luminance colored pencils. This is a first look at the exciting new colors! There are several dark blues and some new pinks and purples. If you’re a portrait artist, you’ll not be disappointed when you see the new luscious dark skin tones now available.

Learn more on the Caran D’Ache site: https://www.carandache.com/gb/en/colour-pencils/box-of-20-colours-luminance-6901-portrait-assortment-p-11152.htm

References From This Episode

You can purchase the pencils right now from these places:

CultPens.com: https://www.cultpens.com/i/q/CD73881/caran-dache-luminance-6901-professional-permanent-colour-pencil-box-of-20-portrait-colours

https://colouredpencil.shop/


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263 - Book Review on Drawing the Head

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Show Notes:

263 - Book Review: Artist’s Complete Guide To Drawing the Head

In this episode, John reviews the book that has influenced his artwork and techniques more than any other- bar none.

It’s not a colored pencil book either. This book focuses on how to draw the human head, so the medium is immaterial. The understanding of light and shadow is simplified and explained inside this timeless art book. The principle technique employed in the book is called “chiaroscuro”. Which has to do with the contrast between light and dark. 

Today (Monday, July 13, 2020) is also the last day to take advantage of the Face Value course Presale!  After today all the bonuses and the special value discount pricing goes away. 

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References From This Episode

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254 - Faber-Castell Goldfaber Pencil Review

254 - Faber-Castell Goldfaber Pencil Review

Show Notes:

254 - Faber-Castell Goldfaber Pencil Review

In another installment of our series of discussions on “alternative” colored pencil options and lightfastness John Middick and guest host, Barb Sotiropoulos, review a lesser-known pencil made by the highly reputable pencil company, Faber-Castell, called Goldfaber.

If you’ve not heard of this newer colored pencil from Faber-Castell then you’re certainly not alone! They’re not discussed much but they do seem to be a great pencil when starting in colored pencil.

Listen in to find out more about this pencil from Faber-Castell, Creative Studio line.

References And Links From This Episode

Other related references:

Links to purchase the Polychromos and Goldfaber pencils:

(Amazon affiliate links provided below)

Faber-Castell Goldfaber pencils

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215 UART Dark Pastel Paper

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 Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: August 12, 2019

 

Topic: UART Dark Pastel Paper

 

Points of Interest:

Curious about the Dark Pastel Paper by UART? John offers an inside look at what makes it a great choice for portrait drawings, as well as some info about other products that work well in tandem with this paper.

Bonus: your inner nerd will enjoy hearing about how this paper is actually produced!

Sharpened Artist Livestream

 

Links Referenced

UART Dark Pastel Paper – 600

UART Dark Pastel Paper -- 800

Powder Blender

Touch Up Texture

Textured Fixative

Derwent Lightfast Colored Pencils

 

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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 .

 

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213 Favorite Colored Pencil Colors

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 29, 2019

 

Topic: Favorite Colored Pencil Colors

 

Points of Interest:

John and guest host, Barb Sotiropoulos, spend this episode discussing what makes an amazing colored pencil color, and listing some of their absolute favorites.

Is it possible to complete an entire piece with just one brand?

Should you color swatch as soon as you get a new set?

Can you rescue a great color that won’t sharpen well?

Listen in for the answers to these questions, then check out the specific color recommendations by clicking the links below!

Also, be sure and check out Barb’s website and Instagram page!

Links Referenced:

Luminance White

Polychromos Dark Indigo

Faber Castell Caput Mortuum

Derwent Drawing Chinese White

Pablo White

Derwent Lightfast Mars Violet (not available in open stock)

Derwent Lightfast Ruby Earth

Derwent Lightfast Sienna

Derwent Lightfast Venetian Red

Inktense Bark

Luminance Burnt Sienna

Luminance Burnt Ochre

Luminance Brown Ochre

Prismacolor Carmine Red

 

 

 

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210 Derwent Lightfast Pencil - 72 Set

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 Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 8, 2019

 

Topic: Derwent Lightfast Pencils – 72 Set

 

Points of Interest:

Today’s episode is an enthusiastic review of the new Derwent Lightfast Pencil 72 set. John shares his experience using the pencils on a variety of surfaces, along with detailed info on the new color choices, lightfast ratings, and a comparison to the colored pencil brands you know and love. Stay tuned for the 48 set and 100 set, coming later this year!

 

Links Referenced:

Derwent Lightfast Pencils – 72 Set

Derwent Lightfast Pencils Video Review

Clairefontaine Pastelmat

 

 

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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 .

 

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201 Clairefontaine PastelMat

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 Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: May 6, 2019

 

Topic: Clairefontaine PastelMat

 

Points of Interest:

Clairefontaine PastelMat was created for a different medium but works beautifully with colored pencils! John and Lisa rave about this paper in today’s episode, sharing pros and cons and some of the similarities and differences with other papers.

 

Links Referenced

Clairefontaine PastelMat

 

 

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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 .

 

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197 Aquashella Follow-Up

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: April 8, 2019

 

Topic: Aquashella Follow-Up

 

Points of Interest:

We heard from Lisa about her preparation for the Aquashella show in episodes 194 and 195. Today, Lisa is sharing a recap of her experience: the reason she lost money, what she’ll change for the future, and why she’s still counting it a big win!

 

 

Links Referenced:

Tidal Gardens

Simply Betta

Giclee Today

 

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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 .

 

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176 Winsor and Newton Colored Pencils

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: November 12, 2018

 

Topic: Winsor & Newton Colored Pencils

 

Points of Interest:

Neither John or Lisa have tried the new Winsor & Newton colored pencils, but they’re sharing their thoughts today on how they decide whether to use a colored pencil brand. Get inside their brains as they discuss how to decipher product descriptions and specifications to determine good quality supplies.

 

Links Referenced

Claudia Sketches Review

Winsor & Newton Colored Pencils at Michael's

Lascaux Fine Art Fixative

 

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156 What are the BEST colored pencils?

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: May 14, 2018

 

Topic: What are the BEST colored pencils?

 

Points of Interest:

John and Lisa are constantly asked to weigh in on the great debate: what are the very BEST colored pencils? Today they’re tackling that question head-on with a discussion of a whole range of colored pencils and their merits.

 

Links Referenced

Prismacolor Premier

Polychromos Pencils

Luminance Colored Pencils by Caran D’ache

Prismacolor Premier Verithin Colored Pencils

Derwent Procolour Pencils

Derwent Drawing Set

Holbein Colored Pencils

Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor Art Pencils

Pablo Pencils by Caran D’ache

 

 

 

 

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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 .

 

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153 Caran d’Ache Museum Aquarelle Pencils

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: April 23, 2018

 

Topic: Caran d’Ache Museum Aquarelle Pencils

 

Points of Interest:

If you enjoyed John and Lisa’s review of the Derwent Watercolor Pencils, you’ll want to check out their experience with the Caran d’Ache Museum Aquarelle Pencils. Discussion points include: comparison to the Derwent watercolor pencils, opacity and coverage, potential lightfastness issues, and price comparisons.

Here's John's first attempt with these pencils.  Quick 2 hour sketch of an old Block Buster sign:

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Links Referenced

Lightfast Standards

Caran d’Ache Museum Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils

Fabriano Artistico 100 lb Extra White Watercolor Paper

Arches Watercolor Paper

Strathmore 500 Premium Series Ready Cut Watercolor Paper

Derwent Watercolor Pencils

CamelCamelCamel Amazon price comparison website

 

 

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152 Derwent Watercolor Colored Pencils

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: April 16, 2018

 

Topic: Derwent Watercolor Colored Pencils

 

Points of Interest:

In this episode, John and Lisa chat about their experiences using the Derwent Watercolor Colored Pencils – with AND without water. You’ll learn about some recommended techniques, how the pigment compares to Inktense, lightfastness, and more!

John's first attempt (test) with these pencils, "Fly Fisherman":

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Links Referenced

 

Derwent Watercolor Colored Pencils

Canson Watercolor Paper

Mudder Watercolor Brushes

Derwent Water Brushes

Fabriano Artistico Extra White Hot Press 140 pound Watercolor Paper

Price Comparison Website: CamelCamelCamel

 

 

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126 Cool Apps for Artists

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Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: October 17, 2017

 

Topic: Cool Apps for Artists

 

Points of Interest:
 

***Don’t forget to sign up for the FREE Portrait Prep email course! Click here to take your portraits to the next level. (Doors close on October 21st, 2017)***

 

As 21st century artists, we have some incredible tools at our fingertips—literally! Today’s episode is dedicated to the slew of phone apps that make an artist’s life easier. We’ve included all the apps we’ve referenced (with links!) below:

 

Vidstich Pro

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vidstitch.pro

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/vidstitch-pro-for-instagram-video-frames-collage/id716816651?mt=8

 

Snapseed

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.niksoftware.snapseed&hl=en

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8

 

PicFrame - collage IOS & Android $0.99

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.activedevelopment.picframe_android

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/picframe/id433398108?mt=8

 

Art Rage - drawing app IOS & Android $4.99

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ambientdesign.artrage.playstore

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/artrage/id391432693?mt=8

 

 

Sketchbook Pro - Autodesk I’m using the free version

·        https://www.sketchbook.com/?locale=en

 

 

Adobe Creative Cloud apps - Photoshop fix, Illustrator draw, mix, sketch

·        http://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/catalog/mobile.html

 

 

DU Recorder

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.duapps.recorder&hl=en
 

 

Snagit

·        https://snagit.en.softonic.com/

 

 

Art Pose

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.artware.ArtF

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/artpose/id836464625?mt=8

 

Skelly

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Proko.Skelly&hl=en

·        https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/skelly-poseable-anatomy-model-for-artists/id976920216?mt=8

 

SquareDroid

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sergeyotro.sharpsquare&hl=en

 

Ripl

·        http://ripl.com/?utm_expid=141619055-2.A0IuvmUlTWSM51Lws3l9IA.0&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

 

PicSay Pro

·        https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shinycore.picsaypro

 

Google Photos

·        https://photos.google.com/

 

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117 Derwent Drawing Pencils

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: August 14, 2017

 

Topic: Derwent Drawing Pencils

 

Points of Interest:
John and Lisa tried the Derwent Drawing Pencils for the first time and are coming to you in this episode with their results. You’ll hear about the lightfastness, color options, and sharpening considerations, along with recommendations for most effective use.

 

Spoiler alert: John and Lisa LOVE these pencils!

 

Links Referenced:

Derwent Drawing Pencils

 

Strathmore 500 Series Ready Cut Watercolor paper

John's first attempt with these pencils. &nbsp;4x6, on Strathmore ready cut watercolor paper, hot pressed.

John's first attempt with these pencils.  4x6, on Strathmore ready cut watercolor paper, hot pressed.

 

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115 Water Soluble Graphite

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 31, 2017

 

Topic: Water-Soluble Graphite

 

Points of Interest:
In this episode, John and Lisa discuss their experiences using Water-Soluable Graphite in colored pencil projects: techniques, supplies, and more! Be sure to check out the links section for many of the specific products mentioned. If you try water-soluble graphite, be sure to show us your work!

 

Links Referenced:

Water-Soluble Pencil: Graphite Aquarelle

Fabriano Artistico Watercolor Paper

ArtGraf Water-Soluble graphite

 

https://www.brushandpencil.com/Store-Colored_Pencil_Painting_Portraits.html

Creative Colored Pencil Workshop book

 

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Here's some of John's quick attempts with the medium:

 

 

 

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112 Derwent Procolour and Lightfastness

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 10, 2017

 

Topic: Derwent Procolour and Lightfastness

 

Points of Interest:
John and Lisa have a full review planned for the new Derwent Procolour Pencil line, but today they discuss one of the biggest issues with these pencils: the low lightfast ratings of a large percentage of the colors. If you’re interested in ordering these pencils, listen to this episode to find out which colors you can use without hesitation and which ones you may want to think twice about.

 

Links Referenced:

Procolour Pencils

https://www.derwentart.com/en/gb/7797/procolour-pencils

 

 

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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 .

 

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109 Winsor & Newton Pigment Markers

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 19, 2017

 

Topic: Winsor & Newton Pigment Markers

 

Points of Interest:
John & Lisa discuss their experiences using the new Winsor & Newton Pigment Markers. You’ll learn what to look for when purchasing the markers in-store; suggestions for blending, mixing, and pigment removal; and which papers to avoid when using the markers.

 

Links Referenced:

Winsor & Newton website:

http://www.winsornewton.com/na/pigment-marker

 

Winsor & Newton products at Dick Blick:

https://www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-pigment-markers/

Yupo paper by Legion

 

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105 Derwent Coloursoft Pencil Review

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Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: May 22, 2017

 

Topic: Derwent Coloursoft Pencil Review

 

Points of Interest:
Construction, Consistency, Fine details, Color Options

 

 

Links Referenced:

Derwent Coloursoft Pencils

http://www.dickblick.com/products/derwent-coloursoft-pencils/

 

Coloursoft Lightfastness Chart

https://accoblobstorageus.blob.core.windows.net/literature/ef80d8ea-aed3-46fd-86c2-82570c7eacbe.pdf

 

Drawing of Ellen DeGeneres by Art@Fadil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCu2oJL3WP8

 

 

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102 Marco Raffine Pencils

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: April 31, 2017

 

Topic: Marco Raffine Pencils & Finding Reliable Reviews

 

Points of Interest:
John and Lisa discuss the Marco Raffine pencils: their lightfastness, material make-up, sharpening, and how they perform in fine art and other projects.

These pencils have “deceptively high reviews” on sites like Amazon, so how can you determine what feedback is reliable? Your hosts continue the discussion by giving you some guidelines for finding great reviews on various platforms.

 

Links Referenced:

 MARCO RAFFINE PENCILS (amazon affiliate link)

Molotow Grafx Art Masking Liquid Pump Markers (amazon affiliate link)

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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 .

 

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083 Colored Pencil on Sanded Paper

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: December 19, 2016

Topic: Colored Pencil on Sanded Paper

Points of Interest:

If you’ve been hesitant about trying sanded paper, you’re in good company—John and Lisa were both unhappy with sanded paper when they originally tried it, but have since been converted. Will it chew up your pencil? Can you really get fine details? Tune into this episode for a discussion of grit, sourcing information, and personal experiences with the use of specific techniques and tools like OMS and powder blender.

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Links Referenced:

UART sanded paper

http://uartpastelpaper.com/

You can pick up the trial pack of UART Sanded Paper here (amz affiliate link):

 

Fisher 400 sanded paper

http://www.proartpanels.com/fisher400-proart-panels/

Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri

John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist

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!