Art Markers for Beginners: WATCH THIS Before Buying Your First Set!

[@thaneeya]

I hope this video was useful to you! 😊 For even more info about markers, check out these pages on my website, where you can also find several detailed brand reviews: ▶ www.art-is-fun.com/markers ▶ www.art-is-fun.com/alcohol-marker-brands ⭐ *ULTIMATE GUIDE to Using Alcohol Markers* ⭐ www.art-is-fun.com/ultimate-guide-to-using-alcohol-markers

[@pavanmpib]

My kid wanted a set, and thank god I stumbled on this video. Now I feel i am making a very well informed decision. You explanation is so easy and yet so detailed..thank you again

[@thaneeya]

I'm glad I could help! Thanks so much for your comment! 😃🎨

[@annenglish2935]

I'm pretty new to all things art related... just took up watercolor 18 months ago. Slowly but surely, I'm adding other media. This has been an excellent video...never noticed what kind of markers I've been buying and using! You are an excellent teacher... and such a talent! Thank you 😊 from a California Gramma ❤️

[@annenglish2935]

Wishing you continued success on your channel! 😊

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much, Ann! I appreciate all your kind words ~ it really means a lot! 🥰 I'm so happy to hear that this video has been useful to you! It's great that you're exploring art and trying out different media. Enjoy!! 😃🎨

[@thaneeya]

Thank you so much! 💖

[@charofheart37]

Welcome to the world of art. What was it like when you realized you could so artists projects? How long have you been practicing? I'm just curious. I have been drawing and coloring since I was a toddler. I started with color pencils and crayons and didn't get access to paint till middle school art class, well other than finger painting in Kindergarten. I may not be new but there's always new media and new techniques to learn. 🤗❤️👍🏽💯

[@mdgroot2065]

I personally prefer waterbased markers (ZIG brushmarker), each color is a large variety of that hue dependent on the amount of water dilution you add with a waterbrush. In my experience waterbased markers last longer a piece even when each marker stands for about 5 shades of alcohol markers, you are only diluting the available color. It makes it easy to oversee all markers in one go and takes in much less space. I use 2 types of paper: Strathmore Bristol Smooth (300 gsm) and Canson Montval watercolor paper ( 2 types 200 gsm + 300 gsm) no warping problems with 300 gsm.

[@TravelMaximizer]

I like drawing with my nieces. I give them the Crayola while I use the sharpies. 😎 I never really thought of upgrading to the next level. Interesting video, thank you!

[@thaneeya]

Thanks for your comment! Glad you liked my video! 😃🎨

[@bre9349]

This had all the main questions I had covered in place and thank you so much for the specific brand reviews too! The explanations were so easy to follow along with too

[@thaneeya]

So glad to hear my video was helpful to you! 💖 Thank you so much for letting me know! Happy Art-Making! 😃🎨

[@dcolumbus19]

This was very comprehensive and helpful!! And your set up is amazing :)

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your comment! 😃 I'm so happy to hear my video was helpful to you! 🎨🌟

[@surendradeshmukh3377]

Excellent explanation regarding both type of markers , thank you so much mam

[@thaneeya]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful! 😃

[@NOIRIST]

Hi. I have really been enoying watching your videos. I found them because I searched about Posca markers. Do you ever paint with acrylics? If you do, I would love to see a vid on that subject like techniques and such. Thanks for sharing your insights and your vids are so nice and colourful! :) -Sarah

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your wonderful comment, Sarah! 💖 I've been painting with acrylics for over 20 years, and recently I started thinking about doing some acrylic painting videos, so your comment came at just the right time! 😊 It's great to hear that you would be interested! 🎨

[@mht2056]

I wanted to have a 101 class about alcohol markers vs water based one. I learned all info I need for my first purchase in 20 minutes. Great, simple and content-focus video. Amazing job, thanks !

[@thaneeya]

Yay, I'm so glad my video was helpful to you! Enjoy your new markers!! 😍🎨🌟

[@chrischungy]

Thanks!

[@thaneeya]

You're very welcome! I'm glad my video was helpful to you! Thanks for the tip! ✨😃✨

[@ChristinaB-wy8ej]

I love the bright pop of blue-green and twinkle lights you added to your studio!

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much, Christina! 😃 So glad you like the background color and the twinkle lights! 😊

[@nianayay]

The Crayola vs Sharpie really did it for me. THANK YOU!

[@thaneeya]

I'm glad it was helpful to you! 😃

[@Junebug00000]

Thank you for a great video! I just wish it was longer, I am a bit hungry for knowledge, you might say. 😊 I will be buying copic markers and their paper, to start my own marker-journey. Thank you again!

[@thaneeya]

Glad my video was helpful to you! 💖 I have an Alcohol Markers playlist on my channel, if you want more tips and time-lapses for using alcohol markers: kzbin.info/aero/PLZXVzBg3N_uytIU1WgxuZhaigSFrl724W Have fun on your alcohol marker journey!! 😃🎨🌟

[@CapybaraGod53]

I’m taking art classes and joined the art club. I’m pretty new to art and I just need some nice cheap stuff to start learning. The few art classes I’ve had have been very fun and this was extremely useful, thanks 🎉

[@thaneeya]

Glad my video was useful to you! Wishing you all the best on your creative journey!! 😃🎨✨

[@Shardswords]

Thank you this is the best explainer and comparison I’ve seen, so appreciated

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your great comment, Cindi! So glad my video was helpful to you! 😃

[@FreedomShakerHub]

Brilliant video, I'm looking for markers for landscaping design and this video was so helpful, thank you! :)

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful! 😃

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

Thank you for explaining markers in such depth! 🤗 I have Ohuhu and Sharpie alcohol markers and Crayola and an off brand with a brush tip water-based markers. I find it like the brush tip best, but you are right, there is a place for other nibs! 👍 My biggest issue with markers is that they aren't very obedient about staying in the lines... I find that frustrating! 🤦‍♀️ But your paper quality tips should help!! 😍 I love how vibrant marker colors are!! 🌈 I still haven't worked up the courage to blend anything, partly because, as a mom of 4 and taxi driver of all, I have very little time to color, lol! 😂

[@thaneeya]

Glad my video was helpful to you! 😃 You should try blending on a scrap piece of paper. Just approach it as an experiment, so there's no pressure! You might discover that you really like the process and results! 😊 I find that the tiny point of the brush nib makes it easier to stay within the lines, but yes, paper type does play a big factor as well. But as long as you're having fun and enjoying the process, that's the most important thing! 😍🎨✨

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

@thaneeya That sounds like a great plan! 👍 Coloring/painting/art can be so therapeutic and bring on the endorphins as long as your mindset is right!! 🥰

[@astralgirl7122]

Hi Thaneeya! Excellent introductory video. I've been using markers for a while, so I'm familiar with the information here. This is a great video for anyone new to art markers; well done. Thanks too for the links to the different markers. :)

[@thaneeya]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! It means a lot. 🥰 I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the video even though you're already familiar with markers! 😃

[@DavidSimmonsDEVSart]

Great to see you now on KZbin, great start and looking forward to seeing more of your content.

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your comment and your encouragement! 🌟😃🌟

[@llama4]

Thanks for the help :) I had some alcohol markers, but didn't like them quite. Wanted to try some other alcohol markers, but didn't know which ones. Now I know way more about alcohol markers, pluss what to buy. Wants to try either copics or ohohu. Thanks again for the help:)

[@thaneeya]

Yay, I'm so glad my video was helpful to you! 😃 Thanks for letting me know! Enjoy your new markers, whichever ones you choose! 😍🎨🌟

[@tompanetta2762]

I've been enlightened, great video! Very professionally done.

[@thaneeya]

Awesome, thank you for such a great comment! I'm so happy that my video was useful to you! 🌟😃🌟

[@LeilaneRibeiro-ny1hc]

You are amazing, Thaneeya! 😍 I want to create a mandala bookmark as a gift to a friend, and I decided to make it with markers. I have done some art work before but never with markers. Your video (and now videos, because I will keep watching them for tips) it is incredible and so, so helpful! Thank you so much! Sending you lots of love and smiles ☺💘

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your wonderful comment! 🥰 I'm so happy that my video was helpful to you. Your mandala bookmark idea sounds like a lovely gift for your friend! Happy Art-Making!! 😃🎨

[@BryanGrandyCA]

Great video! Thanks for the very helpful info. I am narrowing down a couple purchases right now on Amazon thanks to this very informative video. I also added a couple of your coloring books to my Art Supplies wish list and saved your web site as well as following you across your socials.

[@thaneeya]

Thanks for your comment and the follows! I'm so glad my info was helpful to you. Hope you have a lot of fun with your new markers!! 😍

[@DADPOOL8297]

Ive been using kingart pro twin tip watercolor markers. They have a brush tip on one side and a bullet tip on the other. Basically a cheap version of tombow. My only complaint is they dont blend as well as tombow markers do.

[@johnd.4385]

This is a very good video. Question: Did you have a script written out? Or do you just have a gift for excellent verbal presentations? Thank you for doing this video!

[@alexblue6991]

My age 71yr old I just started yesterday on my first coloring book I'm just useing my grandsons markers I got from tesco just been looking for a hobby because I have stopped going to the gym I also have sharpies but haven't tried them yet the tesco markers are better for coloring biggest area I'm still in the trial and error area just now before I think about getting better markers but to be honest I'm not much good no matter what markers I use

[@thaneeya]

Congrats on starting your first coloring book! 🎨 It's great that you're trying new things and I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun with it! 😃 I enjoy using Sharpies, they're definitely worth a try! 😊

[@garymalinowski1]

Awesome thank you!

[@thaneeya]

You're very welcome! 😃

[@juststartingover2735]

Excellent video - clear explanation and demonstration. Good job! Thank you👍

[@thaneeya]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for letting me know! 😃🎨🌟

[@BlessedForever888]

This is so helpful, thank you very much Thaneeya!

[@thaneeya]

You're so welcome! So glad it was helpful! 😃

[@marylismurphy]

Great video and clear explanations- Thank you.

[@thaneeya]

Glad it was helpful to you! 😃

[@amybookham]

Thank you, this was very helpful! I use water based markers as I mostly use them for adult colouring books (most of which are double sided). I'd like to start making my own art but I never know what to draw and it always turns out worse than I expect. I think I like the idea of making my own art more than actually doing it. I'd love to try alcohol markers but it's hard to find single-sided colouring books with good quality paper and I don't want to waste my money if I won't use them much (like I have with other art supplies)

[@thaneeya]

Glad my video was helpful to you! 💖 If you have a printer, then you can choose the type of paper that you print onto. Card stock is a fairly cheap option that can handle alcohol markers well. I've also used alcohol markers in my own coloring books (which are single-sided), but I always remove the page from the book first (so the ink won't bleed onto the page underneath). I'm also careful not to flood the paper with too much ink, or the colors will feather out too much. If you can find a cheap set of alcohol markers, they might be worth a try! 😊🎨

[@Ooops247]

Thank you so much for this good introduction to markers! 🙏 I have a question. What kind do you recommend for trackers in a bullet journal that I also can use for coloring books? My books have pictures on both sides so it can't bleed through. I'm so confused 😂😂 Thank you so much 💜

[@zvw444x3zefa]

Thank you for this vid. Very helpful.

[@thaneeya]

I'm so glad my was helpful to you! Thanks for letting me know! 😃🌟

[@andrewcrossman2165]

I have to say I got the most enjoyment from using prisma color, bullet tip markers

[@SeaMonkey1968]

What type of marker should I buy for my cast? Have to wear this thing for six weeks.

[@anonak52]

Is there a consensus on what age it is appropriate for kids to start using the alcohol based markers?

[@melaniedelgado1092]

Thank you for this informative video. My niece is in her teens and loves drawing and colouring. She definitely wants to continue her passion for art so I had gotten her a colouring book she can use these types of markers to expand her skills. I am considering either alcohol or water-based markers but unsure of what would be best for her to begin using and grow from there. Any recommendations?

[@thaneeya]

Glad to hear my video was helpful to you! 😃 I'd suggest asking your niece was types of markers she'd prefer. If she has favorite artists she follows on social media, she might want to use the same markers that they do. In general, alcohol markers are very popular these days, so set of inexpensive alcohol markers is probably a safe bet! 🌟

[@Mangoandfruit]

What type of marker would you recommend for bright, bold colors?

[@jus2tina]

Will Ohuhu alcohol markers be good on the thicker-than -average ‘cardstock’ pages of a Southern Lotus flip top color by number book?

[@roserivera4109]

I like to color mandalas coloring books. I use gel pens to color it or coloring pencils lately in stopped coloring. I found this video searching for markers for my mom and end up watching for me 😂 not I want to color in markers and watch your whole video 😂 I usually never watch all the videos 😂. I like your video and info!! THANK YOU

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment! I'm so glad my video was helpful to you! 😃🎨✨

[@lolak83]

Hi 👋 do u know if u can use the copic replacement fine nibs with ohuhu markers?

[@thaneeya]

Hello! I haven't done that myself so I can't speak from experience... I don't know if the Copic nibs would fit into Ohuhu markers, because different brands often have different dimensions. Ohuhu makes their own replacement brush nibs now so you could try those (I don't know if they offer replacement fine nibs yet). Good luck with it! 😊

[@lolak83]

@@thaneeya oh ok, thank u ☺️

[@sarahhammoud4894]

Thank you!!

[@thaneeya]

You're very welcome! Thank you for your nice comments! 😃💖

[@antan2631]

I just need to know if these bleed through colouring books.. can someone tell me?

[@charofheart37]

I know some level of this info but I'm not very experienced with markers. Growing up, I didn't like how paper would shred or bleeds would tear the paper. I learned about different paper pounds on accident when a teacher that noticed I loved to draw and paint bought me a mixed media paper sketchbook as I graduated high school. In school art classes in there was always none bleed through acrylic or pastels or juat pencil art, so we used thin white paper on a roll. When I started watching anime, specifically Hayao Miyazaki's Totoro as a preteen and others as I grew into the fascination of scene and character making skills, I was inspired to work on my illustration skills for books and story making. I aim to get more skills practice to help my art look less 2D with different media than graphite. I did lot of pencil and charcoal art because it seemed to be more of a challenge for artist to make it look realistic without color. I found your channel on a website when I looked up Copic and the differences in the ones I plannned to buy on Amazon. Thanks for your hard work 🤗❤️👍🏽💯

[@thaneeya]

Thanks for your comment! 😃 I'm glad my info about markers has been useful to you as you research the different options. I've been so inspired by Miyazaki's work as well. Wishing you all the best on your creative journey!! 🎨🌟

[@charofheart37]

@@thaneeya ☺️🌸

[@dianeo]

Thank you for this! A lot of good information. I never thought of blending water based markers with a wet brush (as long as the paper is meant for wet media). Have you used Spectrum Noir markers? That is the brand I'm currently using. SO glad you have a YT channel now 😃🥳🎉

[@thaneeya]

So glad this video was helpful to you, Diane! Thank you for letting me know! 😊 If you have water-based markers, you should definitely try using a wet brush with them, because the effects can be quite beautiful. 😍 I did have a few Spectrum Noir Tri-Blend markers a few years ago, but haven't tried their other kinds of markers. They do seem like a good brand! I liked the Tri-Blends but they were kind of chunky for my small fingers, so I didn't use them much. 🤣 I tend to prefer the oval-shaped barrels because they're more comfortable for me. Thank you so much for your comment! 💖

[@songofstars7475]

How much color shadw should I buy for a beginner? 48 , 60 or 120m

[@thaneeya]

One factor to keep in mind is that the more colors you have, the more smooth blends you can make. So it's better to get a bigger set if you can afford it, although starting with 48 or 60 colors can still give you a good sense of what it's like to use the markers. Then later you can buy more colors if you really like using them. Hope this helps! 😃

[@songofstars7475]

Omg thank you so much 🙏☺️😁 !! I'll be buying the 60 then thank you 💕

[@RedLidWasher378]

Are Roryal & Langnickel good for starters?

[@aprilnelson9044]

Thanks so much! You're a treasure!

[@thaneeya]

Thanks so much for your comment! That means a lot to me! 😃🎨🌟

[@LatestCreatureFeature]

thank you for the video

[@thaneeya]

You're welcome! Thank you for your comment! 😃

[@cazkiwinz4300]

As a “professional” **cough** buyer of supplies, lol, so more a craft hobbyist/hoarder wanna-be but not a true “artist”, i still watch and research about everything cos I just love seeing people’s art hauls and find new tools I can buy, etc. so yeah, technically I did know this info, but I have still really enjoyed your video style, think you’re very natural and warm natured and so I watched the whole thing! Looking forward to more! So…..Hiii from new sub #288 🤗🤗

[@thaneeya]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment!! 🥰 I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed my video style and presentation. As a new KZbin channel, that really means a lot! 💖 It's awesome to hear that you watched the whole video, even though you already knew all the info. Your comment has also inspired me to create some art haul videos in the future! 😍🎨

[@Essiggurke-r2h]

what about acrylic markers like posca?

[@thaneeya]

I made a few Posca videos which I organized into a playlist! Check them out here: kzbin.info/aero/PLZXVzBg3N_uxiNqIC0ezJOEzwvOLDX9Lx 😃

[@Adeline9418]

I prefer water based markers. They don't bleed through. But I just ordered a set of acrylic paint markers.

[@thaneeya]

Oooh, I love acrylic painting markers! I'm sure you'll have a ton of fun with them! 😍

[@Adeline9418]

@@thaneeyathanks!! New sub!!!

[@Sal-Monnela]

You’re very good

[@thaneeya]

Thank you so much! 😃

[@RachelHendersonColouring]

thank you for the video

[@thaneeya]

You're very welcome, Rachel! 😃

[@bostonblackie9503]

What about watercolour markers?

[@thaneeya]

Hi there! Watercolor markers are water-based 😊

[@Bobzilla2019]

Aren’t acrylic markers better?

[@ArtJourneyUK]

Acrylic markers are waterbased markers with acrylic ink or paint providing the colour rather than dye.

[@Torte9]

Son muy caros los plumón es que tú dices aquí en tus Videos no son nada baratos en mi país que es México prefiero y usar plumón es que no estén tan caros

[@andrewcrossman2165]

To me bleed thru is the worst thing, maybe I just need to invest in some better paper

[@thaneeya]

Ohuhu makes a bleedproof marker paper that you could try. There's also Crescent Rendr paper, but it has a slight bluish/grayish tone that mutes the marker colors a little. I've been pretty happy with the Ohuhu Bleedproof marker paper overall! 😃