Yes! This is a really valuable content. We artists are awfully often are disorganized in the practice of our craft because we have a romanticized idea of art and think that 'you have to let the creative energy flow'. Many times we sit and draw without a goal beyond 'drawing a piece' or without any structure about the process and we end up with completely finished pieces that do not satisfy us in the long run because although we did our best to our capabilities we know they could have been better. Meaning, we know that we need to improve in certain areas, be more coherent with the mark makings, etc. but we really don't know how to achieve that improvement. And of course the books are there to learn, but it's a thousand times easier to find motivation and learn good practices in content well researched, well presented and well explained like this. Thank you.
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Thank you, I'm glad to know this is helpful and relatable. There are many mediums that lend themselves better to "direct exploration", such as graphite or pencils - where we can find the lines as we go, with more "flow" as you mentioned. However, as you well know, ink is less forgiving. With pen and ink projects, a calculated approach produces more reliable results.
@iDanitho9 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the tips and tricks you're providing, I'm learning a lot. Recently picked up inking. It's difficult but very very fun
@herobearАй бұрын
Thank you!
@josephgiunta44302 ай бұрын
Valuable tips here. You're an excellent artist and teacher.
@longstrideillustration2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@ChantelleArts9 ай бұрын
Brilliant tutorial, I love it ☺☺☺
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊 Makes me happy that you enjoyed it!
@rodrod50009 ай бұрын
I was just thinking about texture while looking at my past drawings while preparing for a new drawing - a drawing of a picture of swans from a recent trip. I think planning my inking is going to be a challenge for me with birds that are mostly white. But, I'm going to try and the preparation process is very satisfying. A teacher will appear when we are ready. Thank you for your video and materials in your blog.
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and for sharing your situation with the white swans. Hopefully planning the values arrangement can help with that. All the best with your pen and ink projects!
@anahata20099 ай бұрын
Maybe use toned paper and white ink. Could be a fun experiment.
@glenda79215 ай бұрын
The quality of your videos is admirable. I wish I had your patience with this medium.
@longstrideillustration5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@nicolettenonya67573 күн бұрын
I’m so glad I found your website and channel! I’m a total noob doing an ink challenge and a little in over my head. Your inking grasses tutorial was super helpful too! I’m still struggling with inking a concrete texture; it is in a section with iron fencing and grasses as well. I’ve tried a few mark making thumbnails as well as stippling, but still not super satisfied with the results. The concrete varies in tone due to lighting and also a bit in texture due to some crustose lichens (I think). Haha I’m probably overthinking it! But anyway, curious if anyone has suggestions on inking foreground concrete? Thanks!
@longstrideillustration2 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and your kind words. Concrete is for sure challenging, I think playing with line weights might help. Look up how Philip Harris renders rocks in his landscapes, he's really good with lichens.
@anahata20099 ай бұрын
Really great content. You're a very organized and clear teacher.
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!
@eb63199 ай бұрын
Oh wow. I think youtube wanted to give me a birthday gift and brought me this video today😊. I have been looking for a video like this with no luck until today. Thank you very much. This information is great❤
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Really glad you enjoyed the video and that the timing was serendipitous. Happy fearless inking!
@k.gebhard66869 ай бұрын
Huiiii - just went in! What great advices! Thank you so much!
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!😀
@rachelturgeon1142 ай бұрын
I LOVE your channel and your tips and exercises. Thank you.
@longstrideillustration2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@jbkhan11359 ай бұрын
Great advice! I'll try this, thank you!
@kavithaekambaram78856 ай бұрын
Great work! Thanks.
@nelsinki51779 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for your tips about textures, also for the recomendations for excercises. ^^
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@OrigamiCalm8 ай бұрын
So helpful, thank you!
@longstrideillustration8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@LearnedFingers9 ай бұрын
loved it.
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Yay! Thank you 😊
@artscience99819 ай бұрын
Great video. I’ve benefited a lot from Alphonso Dunn’s book and workbook. Could you or have you already done an explanation of how to avoid blobs of ink when using dip pens? Very exasperating when it happens. Thanks!
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Glad that you enjoyed the video and are also a fan of Alphonso's teachings. I don't have "blob" issues, and this is thanks to the combination of materials that I use, also has to do with "how far to dip" along with nib maintenance. You might resolve this easily by adjusting something, have a look at this guide: longstrideillustration.com/a-beginners-guide-to-dip-pens-for-drawing/
@mariechevalier739 ай бұрын
Hi Chloe, it is a little bit out of context from this video, I’m an art teacher and I would like to do an initiation to ink drawing. But I am struggling about the material: should I buy a little bottle of ink for each student? Or do you have better advise for practical containers (if I have a big bottle of ink and I want to split it)…I can’t work my brain around it 😂thank you so much!
@longstrideillustration9 ай бұрын
Hi - I think I just answered your question in a DM? but I'll paste it here as well in case anyone else is curious on the same topic: You could buy a 16 or 32-ounce large bottle of India ink and just fill 2oz bottles for them. That's actually the system that I use for myself at home. Speedball sells empty 2oz bottles with a cap that are the right size even for the oblique dip pen holders. You might be able to get a box of these on Amazon, or look for similar containers in an art store or a place where they sell containers. Here's my FAQ page if you ever have questions on materials: longstrideillustration.com/faq/
@KevinBryden120 күн бұрын
I love your videos. I've bought the Speedball sketching set and I don't get the flow that you do with any of the nibs and I've cleaned them as you recommend. I'm using Moonpalace ink. Is there a way to increase flow? Thanks.
@longstrideillustration20 күн бұрын
Glad you're enjoying the videos. For ink, the consistency of Sumi is not ideal with dip pens for drawing - it's best suited for brushwork. Try India ink or acrylic ink if you like colour. JetPens has a great article on inks here: www.jetpens.com/blog/The-Best-Drawing-Inks/pt/784
@KevinBryden120 күн бұрын
@@longstrideillustration thanks so much for the speedy reply. I was wondering, should we be shaking the India ink container before each use? Thanks again.
@longstrideillustration20 күн бұрын
@@KevinBryden1 You can give it a shake for sure. I purchase my India ink in 16 or 20oz and fill a smaller 2oz jar for everyday use. I leave the lid off the 2oz for hours at the time, which thickens the ink and works well. Just watch for clumping if it turns to sludge.
@KevinBryden117 күн бұрын
@@longstrideillustration Thanks so much again for your reply. I've just found an old jar of Winsor and Newton Indian ink and that is so different to draw with. The flow is amazing and I can get nice wet lines with little pressure, depending on the nib. I originally bought the MP for copperplate and was very happy with it.
@Onu-e5z3 ай бұрын
Hi, what about your opinion about canson xl bristol? Because strathmore and w&n bristols are little pricey in my country also bienfang is unavailable. I very beginner on dip pen btw..
@longstrideillustration3 ай бұрын
Hi, that's a great question ... the reason I don't mention Canson is because I don't recommend it for dip pens. Canson inking paper is best suited for fine liner pens, and it can take a small amount of brush pens if not too wet. Canson paper flakes and falls apart from the action of a nib, also does not perform well with wet mediums. Strathmore costs more and I reserve it for my final pieces, also I keep my artwork small (under 9x12 inches) to manage expenses.