Coloring Tip: Don't Talk Yourself Out of Realistic Shade Colors (Copic Marker, Colored Pencil)

Coloring Tip: Don't Talk Yourself Out of Realistic Shade Colors (Copic Marker, Colored Pencil)

Copic Markers and colored pencils are big, mean bullies!

I’ve been teaching artistic coloring classes for over a decade and I’ve got to say, it’s pretty rare for me to meet a new student who isn’t afraid to take control of their colors.

Do you let your supplies run the show? Then your coloring is flatter than it ought to be! Let’s look at why and how to fix it.

Best Paper for Copic Markers: Recommendations from 4 Top Marker Instructors

Best Paper for Copic Markers: Recommendations from 4 Top Marker Instructors

What is the Best Paper for Copic Markers?

The truth is that there isn’t one best marker friendly paper or card stock for everyone. Smart artists match their style of coloring to the paper they use. To help you find your ideal paper without buying and testing every paper on the market, I’ve talked with 3 instructors, asking them which papers they use, what they teach with, and their best beginner recommendation…

Details in Focus: 6 Tips for Coloring Realistic Flowers (Copic Marker, Colored Pencil)

Details in Focus: 6 Tips for Coloring Realistic Flowers (Copic Marker, Colored Pencil)

Are you tired of the same ol’ flowers?

Traditional blending techniques teach you to color everything smooth. It doesn’t matter what kind of flower you’re coloring, just blend it smooth!

So it’s no wonder your flowers all turn out the same…

Use What You Learn: Color Fabulous Feathers with Copic Marker & Colored Pencil

Use What You Learn: Color Fabulous Feathers with Copic Marker & Colored Pencil

You can use techniques borrowed from other Vanilla Arts classes to color a wide-eyed owl.

You can color this owl, your own owl drawing, or any other owl stamp you encounter.

Good technique isn’t just good for one project.

Good technique is good for a lifetime of coloring!