Add realism to Copic Marker blends by underpainting with complementary or opposite colors. Power Poppy’s guest author Amy Shulke from VanillaArts.com offers a fresh perspective on blending combinations. Green neutralizes vibrant YR markers, perfect for shading orange fruit or even fall leaves.

Let’s Color Realistic Oranges!

Today I’m showing you an up close, tight shot of just one glorious orange.

It’s based on a brand new digital stamp from Marcella at PowerPoppy.com.

The entire Oranges and Aloe stamp has a lot more to color. To my eye, this is the best orange in Marcella’s line drawing, it’s a juicy cut-half showing off the cute orange segments which are perfect for fun texture details.

I’ve colored the orange with a combination of Copic Markers and Prismacolor Premier Pencils.

So why would I name this color swatching series after dirt?

Take a closer look.

This isn’t just any old Copic color swatch…

A Fresh Burst of Color!

Join Amy for a vibrant Copic + Colored Pencil lesson

Marker Painting Workshops - online!

Citrus Punch features ”Aloe & Oranges” from PowerPoppy.com

Citrus Punch is an intermediate challenge level coloring class

Real time coloring, recorded live

Live Workshops are unscripted demonstrations which provide students with a real look into the authentic coloring process. You’ll see mistakes being made and corrected. It’s just like visiting Amy in her home studio.

Log in and color with Amy at your convenience. Anytime access, no expiration dates.

Class was recorded in August 2020 and featured a live student audience. Amy answers questions from the students and offers many tips for better colored pencil art.

Select supplies used in Citrus Punch:

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