062 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 25,2016

 Topic: Q and A

 Points of Interest:

 It’s another round of YOUR questions answered:

 -Why don’t you do more interview shows?

-Should Inktense pencils be used for archival work if they aren’t lightfast?

-Can pastels and colored pencils be layered?

-How did you decide on colors for each piece when you first started as a colored pencil artist?

-How do you choose which colors to blend?

 Links Referenced:

-We made a brief reference to books of a certain age as being acid-free and therefore appropriate for archival work. Here is an interesting article discussing how different types and ages of paper deteriorate:

https://www.loc.gov/preservation/care/deterioratebrochure.html

 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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061 Interview with Cecile Baird

Show Notes 

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast 

Release Date: July 18, 2016 

Topic: Interview with Cecile Baird 

Points of Interest: 

This show discusses the dramatic still life art of Cecile Baird.   She is a 5-Year Merit Award recipient of the colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA).   

Cecile is truly one of the pioneers in colored pencil art.  Her resume is replete with many awards spanning over several years.  Her book, Painting Light With Colored Pencil, is one of the best on fundamental colored pencil techniques for both the beginner and advanced artist.  

In addition to her unique perspective on lighting still life she also discusses the need for the artist's to improve in their photo taking skills.   

Her love and enthusiasm for colored pencil is both inspiring and contagious.   

Links Referenced: 

Cecile’s website: 

www.cecilebairdart.com 

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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060 Is All Art Promotion Equal

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 10, 2016

Topic: Is All Art Promotion Equal?

Points of Interest:

If you're an artist who is interested in promoting your artwork, you're likely wondering if all promotion is created equal. John and Lisa discuss the pros and cons of several popular promotional methods, including social media, art shows, publications, and more.

Links Referenced:

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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059 Social Media Etiquette

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: July 4, 2016 

Topic: Social Media Etiquette

Points of Interest:

One of the biggest ways for artists of any medium to grow their business, create community, and find clients is through social media. If you are looking to engage in any social media platform for your business, this week’s episode will help you navigate some of the unspoken etiquette to keep you professional. Topics include:

-Infusing personality into your posts

-Appropriate post length and frequency

-What content is considered “inappropriate”

-What to say when captioning photos of your work

-Etiquette specific to groups

-….and much more!

 Links Referenced:

-Facebook

www.facebook.com

 -Twitter

www.twitter.com

 -Google Plus

www.googleplus.com

 -Instagram

www.instagram.com

 -You Tube

www.youtube.com

 -Periscope

www.periscope.tv

 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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058 Lyra Pencils

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 27, 2016

Topic: Lyra Pencils

Points of Interest:

In response to many requests, John and Lisa are discussing their experience using Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor Colored Pencils. Listen in for a review of:

-Color options and accuracy

-Blending and Layering abilities

-Frequency of sharpening required

-Lightfastness

-Comparison to Luminance, Prismacolor, and Polychromos

Links Referenced:

-Lyra pencils on Dick Blick:

http://www.dickblick.com/products/lyra-rembrandt-polycolor-oil-based-colored-pencils/

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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057 Interview with Maria Spear

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 20, 2016

 Topic: Interview with Maria Spear

 Points of Interest:

This week, we are talking with lawyer Maria Spear about some very important legal considerations for us as artists. We'll cover copyrights, legal terms, ownership, moral rights, contracts, and more in this informative episode.  Legal matters are something to take very seriously, so don’t wait until it’s too late to understand how they affect you!

 Links Referenced:

spear-ip.com

As promised, here is the link to the special offer for our listeners:

https://spear-ip.dpdcart.com/

 Two contracts are available at this link :

1. An artwork purchase agreement

2. A commissioned artwork contract

 Use coupon code SHARPENEDARTIST to get $15 off!

 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 .

Submit an artist's name to us: sharpenedartist.com/interviewreq

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056 Interview with Kerry Simmons

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 13, 2016

Topic: Interview with Kerry Simmons

Points of Interest:

Join us in chatting with Kerry Simmons, an accomplished New York-based artist with an extensive resume of gallery exposure. Kerry specializes in portraits, and works with a variety of mediums. You won’t want to miss this one!

Links Referenced:

-Kerry Simmons Art

http://www.kerrysimmonsart.com/

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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055 Q and A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: June 6, 2016

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

John and Lisa took to Facebook to solicit your questions, and address a wide variety in this week’s episode:

-What is your earliest memory of creating art?

-Have you ever used suede mat board?

-How do you feel about embossing/denting tools?

-Do you ever use pastels for backgrounds?

-How do you know which colors make the best undercolors?

-How do you use solvents to blend?

-What are the best solvents?

 Links Referenced:

-Wendy Lane Art

https://www.facebook.com/wendylayneart/

 -Lisa’s video on Using Solvents to Blend Colored Pencil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M170h3WSHMI

 -Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits

http://www.dickblick.com/products/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits/

 -Mona Lisa Odorless Paint Thinner

http://www.amazon.com/Mona-Odorless-Paint-Thinner-16-ounce/dp/B00279I7JS?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0

 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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054 Interview with Jen Elslager

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: May 30, 2016

 Topic: Interview with Jen Elslager

 Points of Interest:

Meet Jen Elslager, an artist who made the transition from using adult coloring books to creating her own colored pencil work in just one short year! Jen started with adult coloring books as a way to connect with her artist father, and tells us how she got a great introduction to colored pencil techniques (shading, color theory, etc.) in the process. Now dabbling in professional-grade supplies and techniques after a year, Jen’s journey is far from over.

 Links Referenced:

-Jen Elslager’s web site:

https://jenelslager.wordpress.com/about

 -Johanna Basford adult coloring books

http://www.johannabasford.com/

 -Creative Haven adult coloring books

http://store.doverpublications.com/by-subject-adult-coloring-books.html

 -Animorphia adult coloring book

http://www.amazon.com/Animorphia-Extreme-Colouring-Search-Challenge/dp/1910552070

-“Drawing and Painting Beautiful Faces: A Mixed Media Portrait Workshop” by Jane Davenport

http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Painting-Beautiful-Faces-Mixed-Media/dp/1592539866

 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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053 Q And A

Show Notes

Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast

Release Date: May 23, 2016

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

It’s another round of questions from listeners like you! Did John and Lisa answer one of your questions?

·        How do I start separate social media accounts (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) for my art?

·        What is the etiquette for social media accounts when trying to be a professional?

·        How do I advance my career as an artist (while maintaining a day job and raising a family)? Do I need an agent?

·        How do you decide where to start on a colored pencil painting? (Background vs. focal point, etc.)

·        Should I take my reference photo in HDR?

Links Referenced:

-Colored Pencil Podcast Session 47: How to Take Your Own Reference Photo

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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052 Ways To Improve Your Drawing Accuracy

Topic: Ways to Improve Drawing Accuracy

Points of Interest:

When you’re ready to take the accuracy of your drawing to the next level, there are a few steps that John and Lisa recommend taking. From the often- repeated advice (“Start with a good reference photo!”) to more unconventional ideas (“Draw upside down!”), your hosts will give you plenty of ideas to improve your accuracy at every step of your drawing.

Links Referenced:

“Sketching from Square One to Trafalgar Square” by Richard Scott

(Whoops! We incorrectly referenced the title of this book. This is the official website, including ordering information.)

http://www.sketchingfromsquareone.com/

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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051 Getting Started In Art After A Long Break

Topic: Returning to Art After a Long Break

Points of Interest: Returning to art after a long hiatus can be overwhelming. John and Lisa share a few quick tips for a smoother transition:

• How and why to pace yourself

• What kinds of subjects you should start with

• Why it’s important not to be critical of your current work

If YOU have tips to share, hop on over to the Colored Pencil Podcast page on Facebook and give us your best advice!

Links Referenced:
Submit Your Question Here

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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050 Deep Dive Discussion Of Stonehenge Paper

John and Lisa go in depth about their experiences using Stonehenge Paper. They discuss the following elements:

Individual sheets vs. Pad

Finish and Base Color Options

Sizing Options

Finish and Texture

Ability to Erase

Coverage and blending with a variety of mediums

Comparison to Fabriano Artistico Paper

Where to buy Stonehenge Paper

Links Referenced:

-Stonehenge Paper Website:

http://www.legionpaper.com/Stonehenge/

-Purchase Stonehenge Paper at Dick Blick:

http://www.dickblick.com/products/stonehenge-paper/

-Purchase Stonehenge Paper at Plaza Art:

http://www.plazaart.com/ssearch?q=stonehenge+paper

-Purchase Stonehenge Paper on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=stonehenge+paper

-Purchase Stonehenge Paper at Cheap Joe’s:

http://www.cheapjoes.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=stonehenge

-Purchase Stonehenge Paper at Jerry’s Artarama:

http://search.jerrysartarama.com/search?w=stonehenge%20paper

-Asel Art Supply:

www.aselart.com

-Fabriano Artistico Paper

www.fabriano.com

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049 Overcoming Artist's Block

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Points of Interest:

John and Lisa are back this week with some tips on overcoming artist’s block.  Yep, It’s not something that only writers contend with.  But there are some things you can do to prepare ahead of time to make sure you’re equipped to handle it.

Sites referenced in the show:

https://pixabay.com/

http://pmp-art.com/

Affiliate link:

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If you’d like to submit a question that may be potentially featured here on the show, just write to us at podcast@sharpenedartist.com  or complete the online form at http://sharpenedartist.com/qanda

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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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048 Colored Pencil Questions And Answers

Points of Interest:

One of the most popular types of shows on the Colored Pencil Podcast is the Q and A, where John and Lisa take the time to answer some questions from listeners like you. This week, you’ll hear them respond to the following questions:

-What kind of colored pencils should you buy if you can’t afford the best?

-Which single brand of colored pencil would you recommend if you could only recommend one?

-How do you avoid glare when working in colored pencil?

-How do you determine the focal point of your landscape painting?

Links Referenced:

-Polychromos Colored Pencils

http://www.fabercastell.com/art-and-graphic/artist-products/polychromos-artists-colour-pencils

-Luminance by Caran D'Ache Colored Pencils

http://www.dickblick.com/products/caran-dache-luminance-colored-pencils/

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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047 Taking Your Own Reference Photos

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Topic: Taking Your Own Reference Photo

Points of Interest:

John and Lisa are back this week with some tips and tricks for taking your own reference photos, regardless of the type of camera you may have. From composition to lighting to editing, listen in for all the information you need to get started! This episode is chock full of references to equipment and products, so be sure to check out the links below.

Links Referenced:

-Professional photographer:  Anthony "Atort" Tortoriello

http://atort.myshopify.com/

-Mobile Lens Kit - multiple options from Amazon (affiliate link)

http://amzn.to/20uqk3a

-Camera Plus app (Apple)

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/camera-plus-for-best-macro/id330803072?mt=8

-Snapseed app (Apple)

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

-Snapseed app (Android)

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

-Touch Retouch app (Apple)

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/touchretouch/id373311252?mt=8

-Pixlr

https://pixlr.com/

-Paint.net (desktop)

http://www.getpaint.net/index.html

-Gimp

https://www.gimp.org/downloads/

-Creative Cloud Adobe Products (desktop)

http://www.adobe.com/creativecloud.html

-Adobe Photoshop Mix App

http://www.adobe.com/products/mix.html

-Adobe Photoshop Lightroom App

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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046 Standing Versus Sitting When You Draw

Points of Interest:

John and Lisa share their own unique health issues, and ways that they combat those problems through positioning when drawing or painting. Adjustable desks and easels, alternative chairs, and a vertical mouse are just a few of the choices discussed. Are YOU positioning yourself to stay healthy while you work? Listen to find out!

Products Mentioned: (affiliate links provided)

Links Referenced:

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As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa.  You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .

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045 Interview With Debbie Hook

This show highlights the expertise of Debbie Hook, an artist and framing professional with a knack for explaining concepts in a unique memorable way.

In addition to her highly-successful endeavors as an artist and instructor, Debbie owns a frame shop, and provides a wealth of knowledge on the subject throughout the interview. Be sure to listen to her valuable input on the importance of materials in your framing job for the best preservation of your piece. She also shares tips about the most cost-effective way to achieve a quality frame job utilizing the internet and local sources.

Debbie also provides her unique insider perspective on colored pencil organizations and contests, and shares about some of her personal favorite personal materials.

Links Referenced:

Debbie’s site:

www.debbiehook.com

-Several of Debbie’s specific pieces referenced on the show are linked below:

“Mat Su Valley Mountain Lake”

http://debbiehook.com/works/925110/mat-su-valley-mountain-lake

“Breaking Dawn”

http://debbiehook.com/works/1660390/breaking-dawn

“Jessica’s Dahlia”

http://debbiehook.com/works/815327/jessicas-dahlia

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 .

Submit an artist's name to us: sharpenedartist.com/interviewreq

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044 Colored Pencil Questions and Answers

Topic: Q and A

Points of Interest:

In this episode, John and Lisa take the time to answer questions from listeners like you! You’ll hear the following questions addressed:

-When measuring a drawing for selling commissions, should the border of the canvas be included in the measurement of the work?
-Can colored pencils be “mixed” with odorless mineral spirits?
-Can you use Vaseline/alcohol/baby oil for blending? Why or why not?
-What paper should be used by the beginning colored pencil artist? Can canvas be used instead of paper?

Links Referenced:

http://coloredpencilmag.com/issues/

New Colored Pencil Powder Blender by Alyona Nickelsen

https://www.brushandpencil.com/ProductPreview.aspx?ViewProduct=1&ProductID=36

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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043 Interview With Nilda Rosa Rodriguez

Topic: Interview with Nilda Rosa Rodriguez

Points of Interest:

In this episode, you’ll meet Nilda Rosa Rodriguez, accomplished colored pencil artist and founder of the Colored Pencil Club. She discusses her transition from acrylics and oils to colored pencil, and the techniques she was and was not able to transfer from one medium to another. She also shares her favorite tools, supplies, and techniques—a true inside look at her unique process!

The Colored Pencils Club is Nilda’s brainchild, an online platform through which she has been offering art instruction that uses the benefit of technology to bring the expertise of multiple teachers directly to your computer. Nilda shares her business model and pricing structure, which you can also find on her website (linked below).

Links Referenced:

Colored Pencils Club - Sorry, Nilda’s link is no longer valid.

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

Submit an artist's name to us: sharpenedartist.com/interviewreq

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