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Interview with Sketch Artist Todd Groesbeck

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Interview with Sketch Artist Todd Groesbeck

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This week John is talking with sketch artist Todd Groesbeck about his approach and lifelong obsession with drawing and sketching.

Todd earned his BFA at the School of Visual Arts in New York City and currently works with a branch of the military. Listen in as they discuss some of the unique experiences Todd has had in and continues to explore.

“Drawing is Thinking” is a mantra that really resonates with Todd and has for years. He’s not a writer but he does express his ideas through line and value.

Todd’s encouragement is to create challenges for yourself and to draw quickly. Don’t think of it as too precious.

He also says “if you only draw when you’re going to create some piece to show somebody, then you’re not really ever warmed up. It’s too stiff, and maybe the drawing becomes too polite.”

Links to Todd’s site:

https://www.toddgroesbeckillustration.com/

Link to Todd’s Instagram account: @tgroesbeck


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References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Have you heard about the new Coloured Pencil Conversion and Comparison Charts from Karen Hull Art?

Go here for the book:

https://www.karenhullart.com/Coloured-Pencil-Conversion-and-Comparison-Charts.php

Use SharpArt20 at checkout for 20% off!

Other Resources for Artists

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Interview with Legion Paper Co-founder Michael Ginsburg

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Interview with Legion Paper Co-founder Michael Ginsburg

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This week John is talking with Legion Paper Co-founder, Michael Ginsburg.  Michael shares his vast experience in the papermaking industry.  Legion has been successful by listening to what artists really want and then creating superior products that fill the gaps in the market. 

Some questions from Monthly Sharpener (Members Circle):

Can you store paper in the plastic that it’s shipped in?

Do hemp and bamboo papers hold up longer over time?


Michael also hints at a brand new paper coming out later this year! Who’s excited?! 😲

Get your free paper samples by emailing: info@legionpaper.com


Links to Michael’s site:

https://legionpaper.com/

For the Love of Art - YouTube channel

Try the ultimate paper selector search mentioned in the show to help you find the paper perfect for you!

References or links mentioned

Andy Warhol Marilyn Diptych

Rising Museum Board (used by Andy Warhol)

Legion Lenox 100 Cotton Drawing Paper

Stonehenge Aqua Paper

Holbein Soft Tape

Wendy Hollender

Sandy Sandy


The Colored Pencil Podcast is brought to you by Face Value: The Ultimate Colored Pencil Course. The 2021 enrollment period will be closing soon.

Have you heard about the new Coloured Pencil Conversion and Comparison Charts from Karen Hull Art?

Go here for the book:

https://www.karenhullart.com/Coloured-Pencil-Conversion-and-Comparison-Charts.php

Use SharpArt20 at checkout for 20% off!

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. 


References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Have you heard about the new Coloured Pencil Conversion and Comparison Charts from Karen Hull Art?

Go here for the book:

https://www.karenhullart.com/Coloured-Pencil-Conversion-and-Comparison-Charts.php

Use SharpArt20 at checkout for 20% off!

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!

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

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

Stay sharp!


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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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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 .

 

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