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So whenever I try to color an image, it seems like no matter how light I try to use the marker (or how light the marker color is), it ends up really dark. Then the image looks like a kid with a crayola marker, kwim? What's a good way to lighten the marker ink? I'm sure it's probably just a blending technique, but I'm still pretty new!
Was also considering buying a good set of colored pencils - any suggestions on brand/type??
If you are looking for a softer look, I would recommend watercolor pencils or watercolor crayons. SU has great both, but I am a little biased being a demo!
I have a set of markers that are just too dark and haven't invested in copics yet. What I do is use a wet paint brush and touch it to the marker tip then you can color and shade with it. it will start out darker and then fade out as you go.
I also love to color with colored pencils. Great for shading.
What about using chalks? I have a brand new set from SU!, but am not sure how to use them. What do I pick the color up with and how would I apply it in small spaces? Is this what a blender pen is used for??
Does anyone have any "over-the-counter" suggestions for colored pencil brand? Something that works well that I could pick up locally without ordering from SU! or another stamp company?
Hi I have marked markers on the pastice SU case and used a blender pen or a paint brush to get a littler shade you can always go over it with more if it is not dark enough.
I love to scribble with my markers and use the aqua painter to pick up the color. The aqua painter can also remove color and gives a more washed out look in places.
Here's a sample of that technique: Happy Happy Thanksgiving by cindybstampin at Splitcoaststampers
If you're looking for good quality OTC water colour pencils that double as coloured pencils I would look no further than Derwent's. They are an English brand of pencil & are fantastic to use. They blend really well & come in tins/boxes of 12, 24, 36 & 72 so you can get a tin/box to suit your budget. Just make sure you get the water colour ones because they also do plain coloured pencils, pastels, & a few other types. I've done graphic design & artist type stuff with these for nearly 30 years now & have had no complaints. The lead's don't break inside the wood casing if you accidentally drop a pencil either.
HTH
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Where can you find prismacolors? I've read lots on here about them, so they sound like a good investment...
Thanks!
They can be found just about anywhere....in the US. Michael's has them. I've heard they are difficult to come by out of the US. SusieMuslie68 has a good point..no pun intended...Derwents aren't bad either...I love their Inktense pencils.(I don't think I would suggest those) I would look for ones you can buy in open stock, meaning you can only buy one pencil if you want to replace one.
What about using chalks? I have a brand new set from SU!, but am not sure how to use them. What do I pick the color up with and how would I apply it in small spaces? Is this what a blender pen is used for??
Does anyone have any "over-the-counter" suggestions for colored pencil brand? Something that works well that I could pick up locally without ordering from SU! or another stamp company?
For appying chalks I use an electrical clip on a small dowel. Then I put a tiny pom pom in the clip and color away. As I change colors I just turn the pom pom around and reclip. When it is all dirty I change pom poms. You can also find these clips with handles in the craft stores.
As far as colored pencil brands I have found the best for stamp use is prismacolor. You can buy them at craft stores or art stores in sets or individual pencils.
How to lighten markers or using colored pencils
