Which is actually better for colored pencils? I created the same drawing on both to compare how they handle layering, fine details, lights over darks, water, solvents, and more!
SUPPLIES USED IN THIS VIDEO – These links are amazon affiliate links (besides the sanded paper).
- LuxArchival Sanded Paper: https://brushandpencil.com/products/luxarchival-600-grit-sanded-art-paper
- Pastelmat: https://amzn.to/4c7Y4R8
- Faber-Castell Polychromos Colored Pencils: https://amzn.to/4c7Y4R8
- Caran d’Ache Luminance Colored Pencils: https://amzn.to/4xnYz1K
- Derwent Lightfast Colored Pencils: https://amzn.to/4zBV1e1
- Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor Colored Pencils: https://amzn.to/46l3u7Q
- Odorless Mineral Spirits/Gamsol: https://amzn.to/4gu0RVT
- Pencil Sharpener: https://amzn.to/45PlAyK
- Faber-Castell Perfection Eraser: https://amzn.to/4d1e07S
Want to Draw these Birds With Me?
If you’d like to try these techniques yourself, I have a both of these Lorikeet paintings on Patreon.
You’ll be able to follow along with the entire process step-by-step, including the water-blended base layers, building up the colored pencil, blending with odorless mineral spirits, and adding all of those final feathers and details.
You can find the full lesson on my Patreon at Patreon.com/Lachri