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12 GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR ARTISTS AND CREATIVES FOR THE UPCOMING HOLIDAYS

Best gifts for artists, urban sketchers, and other creatives for 2022 holiday season. Ideal for Christmas, birthdays and just for fun!

WATERCOLOR PANS VS. TUBES: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE AND WHICH IS BETTER?

Pros and cons of using watercolor paints in pans and in tubes. Useful tips and personal experience.

GOUACHE AND WATERCOLOR PAINT LABELS: 7 IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS

How to read watercolor and gouache paint labels: series number, permanence rating, lightfastness, pigment number, opacity rating.

INK DRAWING MATERIALS YOU NEED TO GET STARTED: MY FAVORITES

All the supplies you need to start drawing with ink: paper, nibs and nib holders, brushes, black and colored inks.

HOW TO USE A COLORLESS BLENDER MARKER: 2 EASY TECHNIQUES FOR SKETCHING

How to use a colorless blender marker correctly to create smooth gradients and new colors. Tips from an experienced sketcher.

CREATING A THUMBNAIL TO PLAN YOUR SKETCH: WHY EVERYONE SHOULD DO IT

A thumbnail sketch is a small rough drawing that can help you plan the composition and color scheme of your sketch and prevent mistakes.

5 ARTIST-TESTED TIPS: HOW TO STOP PROCRASTINATING AND START SKETCHING

Tips for artists on how to beat procrastination and resistance without digging deep into psychology. Easy steps to regular art practice.

BEGINNER-FRIENDLY TUTORIAL: HOW TO DRAW A COLORFUL HOUSE FRONT WITH MARKERS

A foolproof method for drawing a house front with alcohol-based markers and fineliners. Suitable for beginners and experienced sketchers.

HOT AND COLD PRESS WATERCOLOR PAPER: IS THERE REALLY MUCH DIFFERENCE?

All you need to know about watercolor paper: textures, materials used, manufacturing methods, formats and sizes. Beginner-firendly guide.