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What are the best colored pencils for realistic drawings? What is the best paper and pencil sharpener? Should you get professional supplies if you're a beginner?
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[@lesliearblaster2711]

I'm 70 years old and have been tinkering with drawing and painting since I was about 8years old. I'm such a rank amateur...never got to take lessons...but it's something I love doing. All of this great advice is so amazing and helpful . Thank you so much!❤❤

[@christopherm6805]

The best low down on colored pencils on KZbin. Your reviews were concise and accurate. You didn't meander like so many others do. Thank you.

[@Lachri]

Glad you like it :D

[@RiverAugustinArt]

No questions, yes Lisa that is true

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Solid advice! Lately I am obsessed with using clear gesso on archivalmat board scraps. It makes a subtly sanded feeling surface. I use the liquitex clear gesso and has a nice grit to it. Have you tried it? Great video!

[@justacatwhocantype]

Haha, me too! I have been covering all kinds of things with the Liquitex gesso.

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

Liquitex is nice, but I give an edge to Nesquik.

[@dalimadison7553]

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[@Lachri]

Oooh I need to try that!

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Hey Lachri and Frugal Crafter: have any users previously pointed out how both of you have similar voices?

[@martinelanglois3158]

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[@msdeeandfamily]

I love an honest review! Lots of ‘reviews’ are fake these days.

[@Lachri]

Ugg I know! I was looking for reviews for a camera gimbal recently and it seemed the one pushed the hardest was given to all the creators to use. It makes it really hard to know if that is influencing the reviewer. Most the reviews on amazon are fake now too. So frustrating!

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

What do you mean by saying fake? KZbin is a business. 99.9% of KZbin creators are here to earn money. They don't give two monkeys what they saying and who pays them to say so. I'd trust no one unless someone's got less than 20 Subscribers but you'll never see them as KZbin algorithms keep them at bay of KZbin abyss.

[@northwestsparrow]

Great video! I'm just getting back to my artistic self (finally retired, yay!), so am reorienting to the products now vs. 40-50 years ago. I loved my Prismacolors back in the day, so was very disappointed with the new version. I'm watching videos like this to help me decide on which brand will fit my requirements. I'm so glad to hear that the Derwent Lightfast and Polychromos play nice together, so will go for a small set of each. You're adorable, really enjoy watching, subscribed!

[@ColorfullyOptimistic]

Great video Lisa! I'm so glad you said oil and wax based. I get comments from people saying it doesn't matter and I feel like I've said until I'm blue in the face that there is a noticeable difference in performance and how they react. Love all the explanations as well for why you think each set is great.

[@kityac9810]

"How many hoops should I have to jump through to get my art supplies to do what they're supposed to do?" That part... That part right there! What I saved on the front end by going cheap was ate up on the back end with "troubleshooting". So, I converted a few pencils at a time until all of them were fully replaced with higher quality product. It took a while, but the upgrade (in my case to polychromos) was definitely worth it.

[@Lachri]

The first time I used polychromos after using only prismas for so many years I was shocked! The polychromos were instantly SOOOOO much more enjoyable to work in!

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

@@Lachri Probably because they are so much more expensive.

[@justacatwhocantype]

@@lukaszDPG.dupinion Strictly a matter of where you buy them. Prismacolors in the US are actually pretty similar in price to what Polychromos cost in Germany, and vice versa. they are not cheap quality vs expensive quality, it's just local product vs imported product.

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

@@justacatwhocantype Comparing prices on UK Amazon Polychromos are 30% more expensive than Prismacolors.

[@justacatwhocantype]

​@@lukaszDPG.dupinion They might very well cost that in the UK, I am not familiar with their prices after Brexit. I just compared Germany and America, because that is where the pencils come from. In Germany I can currently buy 60 Polychromos for 85 Euros, or get a single pencil for 1,54 . On German Amazon 48 Prismacolors are going for 97 Euros right now. That is a lot, I assume the prices for imported goods are up right now because of all that is happening in the world, but even when they are in their normal range, Polychromos are cheaper here than Prismacolors because they are a local product, whereas Prismas are cheaper in the US for the same reason. Polychromos are by no means a cheap pencil, but if you just pay for the pencil and not all the extra fees and taxes that come with export/import, they are quite a bit cheaper than most other big brand artist's pencils.

[@VickiCook-zd2nh]

Thank you Lisa, this has been a fantastic video. I have watched a few of your videos on pan pastels and wondered which pencils would be the best to purchase first. This video has answered that question and so many more I did not know that I had.

[@JanetMacCallum]

I'm a polychromos fan and have recently purchased the 100 Derwent Lightfast pencils which are lovely!

[@RiverAugustinArt]

I agree!

[@rexgrl3]

I love how diplomatic you are Lisa, "Here's my advice, take it or leave now go and make art! "

[@kimberlysarts6454]

This information is so appreciated 🙏🏻. I’ve just started looking into adding pencils to learn to use in my artwork. Love your work and channel, thank you!

[@Lachri]

Glad I could help! :D

[@jlynch877]

Fantastic video! Thanks so much. Your information and explanations were so valuable.

[@rcl-crafter8]

Thank you!!! I totally trust your opinion as you sell your art. Plus, your work is beautiful! I really appreciate how you rate the pencils (like light-fastness). I'm hooked! Keep up the good work!

[@fetabrown]

Really appreciate your forthright approach. Excellent video 👍

[@lindsaykorth2713]

Just the answers I needed. Thank you so much!!! ❤🎉

[@barbarag7831]

This was an extremely helpful video. I am about to invest in my first set of colored pencils, and I had no idea which ones to get. I very much appreciate your honestly, and your expectations align with mine. I’m very glad I discovered your channel and have now subscribed!

[@Lachri]

Thanks!!

[@CollinSamatas]

Hey Lisa, your videos are awesome, great to see you doing so many. And, you have a fabulous sense of humor!

[@Lachri]

Thanks!! :D

[@lindawhittington416]

Your information is sooo helpful! Thank you! I also appreciate your sense of humor!😉

[@Lachri]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eileenhawkins1474]

I have learned so much from you from just this one video. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@Lachri]

I'm glad to hear that! ❤️

[@silversaguaro]

This has been the most helpful colored pencil video. Thank you

[@MrAmin7000]

Derwent, carandache, Fabercastell, Lyra

[@littlesugarmouse_art]

Thank you so much fantastic information in one video!

[@samsmith8547]

You are for sure NOT alone with the hate for chalky feelings 😵‍💫 goosebumps at just the thought of touching it

[@brigitteitg]

I completely agree, either of the three big brands (with my beloved Derwent Drawing pencils as a bonus) is enough to create great art, and they combine so well. I did buy a few budget sets (including Prismacolor) as I was curious about the quality and to use only in my colouring books - I think that’s what they are best for and I save my quality pencils for my artwork.

[@felicitycrowe6971]

Fantastic review! No surprises on your favourites but I really enjoyed your professional artist overview for the associated supplies as well as your take on Prismacolor and Holbein. Thank you!

[@brentboyer79]

I don't do a lot of colored pencil drawings, but I really love the Derwent Lightfast pencils. I'm colorblind so I only use 16 (I think) colors and they blend fantastically.

[@joeblankenship377]

I haven't encountered a ton of bad Prismacolor pencils so I don't have a bad taste in my mouth from them. But the leads go dull so fast that I prefer Polychromos so much more. I basically use Prismacolors for really smooth blending with the Polychromos. That's what they do best. I have a set of Luminance too but I try to only use those for commissions. I'm glad Caran Dache finally made a portrait set of pencils. Gotta be cheaper than buying open stock.

[@grygia4399]

I just fell in love with Polychromos 🥰and Derwent Lightfast, although the price is not small 😭

[@sunnyschramm9650]

great video and so much important information. thank you for that 😙

[@metatechnologist]

This is a wonderful video. Thank you!

[@jamiwildeman8373]

I am a complete newbie! Experimenting with art is my second half obsession, but I LOVE your art! It is amazing! And I wanted to thank you for the great tips as I start this journey! At 58 I will not get anywhere near your expertise, but your tips will absolutely help me to learn and improve. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@Renilou2]

As a watercolor artist professional, Lightfastness matters to me too. Now that I'm pretty much retired with arthritic hands, I'm trying to loosen up and do art for fun. But I still have that built in alarm inside about fugitive pigments. I've studied pigment properties for 15 years and have become a bit of a nerd over them. I even went through all my Polychromos and only use the 3 star pencils. I like doing my own lightfast testing with watercolor pigments so I know the ASTM ratings on all pigments are not always correct. I plan to do a year light exposure to all my paint & pencils that could be questionable. For instance if its a Prussian pigment, I always test because it fades much of the time even though it has a high lightfast rating with ASTM. If in doubt, I just check for myself. Thanks for sharing!

[@magical571]

"so I know the ASTM ratings on all pigments are not always correct" you are very much correct here. it is a little frustrating to see polychromos blindly praised for their lightfastness, because there are plenty of artists who have done tests coming again and again disapointed with them (since what they mark as three stars is wildly inconsistent). Sadly, this information is more spread and put to the test when it comes to watercolor than colored pencils: with color pencils people have been stuck for years with the idea that prismacolors are the only brand to not trust, and i get why, i used to trust faber castell too, untill i saw the effects on my own works oon the wall. which you wouldn't notice on a sketchbook on a drawer.

[@GeorgePencilArt]

Lots if great info, and concise in one video. Congrats! I saved this one for future reference too. I can see I really do need to expand a bit and try the Caran d'ache for their more waxy quality, and a couple more things. Thanks!

[@carolbenavidez2228]

Great, honest information. Thank you!

[@amalive_ways]

Oh wow, thanks for your radical genuine honest reviews here, truly enjoyed it! 🤩😍...and the ways you explained everything so easy to grasp even for a beginner like me, omg, you're such a great art teacher and of course, professional artist😘👏💫

[@prayalways-]

this is exactly what I was looking for!

[@adautomancini6095]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. Kisses from Brazil.

[@amozinshade484]

Thank you for listing the specific Derwent pencil colors 🩵

[@WanderWomenGearReviews]

I love the fabell-castell polychromos. Thank you for this review!

[@ArtraLife]

useful advice, thanks for sharing!!

[@twistedkitten82]

I am so excited that I found this content!!! I've been stuck in a rut and cannot wait to try these other brands ❤ awesome 🎉

[@Lachri]

YAY!!

[@pencilsubwayart]

I agree with your knowledge about Derwents Drawing Pencils! I really love them - as They are my go to for my artwork! You are the reason I really want the Derwent Lightfast Pencils!

[@SilentTrip]

Yes pleeeease Derwent expand the color range for the Drawing pencils!!! These were my first set of colored pencils and I immediately fell in love! I still have mine to this day and I'm scared of using them since they don't seem to be in the market anymore?

[@ritawilbur7343]

Yes, Derwent still makes the drawing pencils. I just bought them a few months ago. But they still only have 24.

[@tracypalmer2956]

Great timing on this! My birthday is coming up and I asked for Amazon gift certificates to add to my art supplies :-) I just bought the Polychromos set of 60. I've been watching your tutorials on Patreon and want to try colored pencils. (You make it look so easy! hahahaha) I plan to get the white in Caran d'Ache Luminance and I will probably get some magenta and purples in the Durwent lightfast (because I want to do a series on my tulips). I have the Arches hot press watercolor paper. I looked at the Lux archival sanded paper but will probably hold off on that (which is something I struggle to do-- gotta get it ALL now, just in case!!). How do you feel about fine grit sandpaper? I have some small sheets of 800, 1000 and 1500 in wet/dry and I thought I'd try it. Thank you so much for this, and your incredible Patreon videos!

[@dacwebb]

Thank you!

[@navgirljen]

I love the Strathmore drawing paper for colored pencils. That seems like a great argument about buying better pencils that cost a little more,too.🤣 I am not new to colored pencils but it was never my chosen medium, I prefer graphite for my portraits but lately I have been really getting into colored pencils.

[@krissykolorjunki5304]

I love your fast run down on pencils! Great information. I have noticed quality control issues in bot only Prisma (which I just don't buy anymore) and Derwent. Not every product, but the new set of Chromaflow and the 120 set of Artists. I bought both sets this year, sad declines in wood casing quality and damaged body along with lead breakages. I love watching your videos and your choice of colors - glorious!

[@melodywatson6790]

I have never watched such an informative video about pencils and materials in my life.

[@Lachri]

YAY!! I'm glad you liked it!

[@melodywatson6790]

@@Lachri 😊

[@kellip9586]

Great advice! I love my Prisma & Holbeins but only in adult colouring books that is their slot. I always tend toward your picks for original art, because maybe one day I will hang something I drew on my wall and I want to be proficient in the pencils that will last.

[@RiverAugustinArt]

Lisa, your Vids are very helpful. Thanks to you I got into realistic Colored pencils Animal Drawings. And in a few month I am going to be in a gallery! And I love the Derwent Lightfast and The Polychromos oh and the Luminance! Yeah I love them ALL!😋

[@FineArtforChrist]

Such a great point! Everyone's art preferences are different :)

[@ImmortalMomentsArt]

1:57 - You killed my heart. I used to use Prismacolor, and then I found Brunzeel (back in the 2000's) And LOVED them. Then all my supplies got packed up and we moved, a lot, so I haven't done traditional art in YEARS...so I still have those original Prismacolors and Brunzeels, and was very sad to find out that Brunzeel isn't making artist quality pencils, anymore. Great run down of supplies! Especially with selling artwork in mind. Keep up the amazing work, and if I ever go back to traditional from digital (which I've been doing in the between times) I will definitely give your patreon a try!

[@Lachri]

LOL I knew that clip would make prismacolor users cringe! With other brands we can safely drop our pencils haha!

[@sanayavg]

Brilliant…as usual. Thank you

[@Lachri]

Thanks :D

[@classicallysoulful]

I love watching your videos your art, your style of art and your personality breaks down intimidating things with flair! I liked the new addition of clips you inserted throughout your talk especially the one of math (hilarious) omg and your husband with the comic books! Classic!! Thank you for another wonderful video. Do you have any input on using pan pastels and layering with colored pencils? Would using a wax pencil versus an oil pencil with the pastel products matter? Thanks bunches for your hard work!

[@Lachri]

I loooove pan pastels mixed with colored pencils! Here is a video on them kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqaZhaqZnrCBj7s

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

Classicallysoulful, you've missed that very video... How come? 😊🤔

[@classicallysoulful]

@@lukaszDPG.dupinion I have no idea how I missed that but I am watching it now!

[@classicallysoulful]

@@Lachri thank you watching now !

[@lukaszDPG.dupinion]

@@classicallysoulful 💪🤘👏

[@user-pf1gg6wg4q]

You're so funny! I love it! You're a delight!

[@goodgoat3096]

Wow! An hour's worth of knowledge in only 17 minutes and 18 seconds!

[@providencevalleyfarm5270]

No worries about your likes here. Your channel is my dreaming place! The skills your show is what I'd like to achieve as I practice more and more. You have a responsibility to yourself and your gift to accurately represent what your experience has taught you. We should be (and are) just incredibly grateful that you take your time to share this with us.

[@spanishwithisrael]

¡Muchas gracias Art! :) Me gusta mucho tu video :)

[@kimberlyrivard6945]

Great reviews!!

[@Lachri]

Thank you!

[@karritz1542]

I have the big set of polychromas and am thinking of getting a few loose pencils of other brands to see what they are like. When I got my polychromas I bought a pad of Arches hot pressed water colour paper and love it when using my pencils. The person at the art shop tried to talk me out of getting the hot pressed paper as she thought I'd have more success with cold pressed. I've been wondering if I'm using the wrong type of paper but your comment on liking the hot pressed paper made me feel a lot better about it. Thanknnyou.

[@hitomihutzell]

Thanks!

[@Lachri]

Thank you so much for the super thanks!!

[@suew4609]

What an excellent video, so many good recommendations! I’m just getting back into colored pencil and needed some re-educating. I knew where to come, as I used to watch your videos! That’s terrible about Holbein. I use their watercolors, which are excellent, and I’m just really surprised that they would treat a customer like that. I sure hope it’s not the same with their watercolors, but as I recall, they have the light-fastness written on the tubes. I’m sure you probably told them or they’ve heard about this video, but maybe I’ll let them know too 😁 Anyway, thanks for the terrific video, and I will be watching more of your videos in the near future!

[@criticalthinker72]

I came across the Strathmore toned blue mixed media paper which I love.

[@g1984AF]

Ended up with 100 luminance and 70 poly. Love them

[@leonnehaaijman4709]

New sub here! You make a lot of sense and I like your honesty. Going to have a look into the different kinds of paper you mentioned, I find it hard finding paper for coloured pencils! I want to get back into drawing (even if it's copying a photo) rather than colouring in books. A drawing gives a much bigger sense of satisfaction. As for the Derwent Drawing Pencils, I fully agree with you: more colours!!! They do other 24-pencil sets, all with gorgeous colours and again: more of them, please! 😂

[@kemperrose3706]

Thank you for being so honest about the issues with prismacolors! I had so many problems with mine, and while I understand why people like them, I don’t see why they defend the company so much. I've had pencils designed for children that have had none of these issues, so why can't we expect centered leads in our pencils? I was wondering if you have another favorite oil-based pencil similar to the polychromos. I'm so in love with how translucent and glowy these are, and I'm not as big of a fan of how wax-based pencils behave. Honestly, I'd use polychromos almost exclusively were it not for the fact that they have a limited range of certain colors! I know a lot of artists don't notice wax bloom, but to me, it's like chalk is for a lot of people. I just feel awful about waxy textures! I know the Lightfast are oil-based, but they seem to get compared more to the wax-based pencils on the market.

[@vilvile]

+1 to more colors for the Derwent Drawing line. They expanded the Inktense line recently so I hope they are looking into expanding Drawing soon.

[@rebeccapage4411]

Love the vibe of this piece😍A little known watercolor technique that mimics colored pencil is allowing a wash to dry on the palette and then use a small (0 to 2 round), damp brush to lift the dried wash. Ridiculous levels of detail are possible with this method.

[@tdelphia1]

I think EVERYONE who has ever used Derwent Drawing pencils wants MORE COLORS. I absolutely adore mine. (You know, it IS kind of funny that you ask for more Drawing pencil colors, then turn around and talk about using just a handful of pencils in a drawing lol. I get it though....I keep one Drawing pencil set in my nature journal sketchbag, but with another dozen or so colors).

[@fbullain]

Thank you for the very useful videos Lisa. Greetings from Bolivia!

[@Lachri]

Glad you liked it! :D

[@MG-vo7yn]

hey! i have been watching your videos for years - thanks so much for everything you have taught me!!! you have this incredible energy (which really helps to inspire me), and your videos have provided soooooo much additional information (from products to techniques)!!! i was doing watercolor, then your videos got me interested in acrylic, so i worked in that. now i'm getting curious about colored pencils. a question that i very much hope that you will both see and answer: prismacolor pencils. i have a very old set. maybe 15 - 20+ years old. is it possible that the quality in those is still decent? my husband purchased them long ago. is there a certain "year" when the quality of this pencil began to fail?

[@malkavianfreak]

I bought the full set of Prismacolor pencils years and years ago, and each time a colour runs a little too close to the stump, I order open stock which has, so far, ensured quality (in terms of barrel and lead placement in the barrel) is up to standard. Knowing their quality has dropped is making me look more and more at Caran D'ache, that ideal brand I have wanted since I first fell in love with coloured pencils.

[@lizrichards4173]

Would love to see you test Stonehenge Kraft paper

[@GilezDavidson]

Very informative, even though this is about high-end products that you use, it still has low-end suggestions, such as the one 6:01 about trying a less expensive size of Fabre Castell, or the other brands. One thing that I noticed when I played guitar, was that if you buy an expensive guitar, you learn faster because it sounds better, but a cheap one is still good for learning. The same thing goes with pencils, spending that little extra for better quality, and you will struggle less and are probably less likely to give up your journey. Anyway, good information, thank you, it is appreciated.

[@juliabroadley8411]

Great point on the defective pencil theory

[@janaemerson3344]

Great video and so helpful! I’m having trouble with the Caran D’ache luminance pencils and CD pastel pencils breaking- (plus sharpening them without breakage). Any suggestions on which sharpener to use? I have the two sharpeners you have in this video already. Seems like some colors break more than others! Any insight would be helpful!

[@omsa89]

I use the derwent lightfast, polychromos and prismacolor pencils and love them all! The derwent lightfast pencils are my absolute favourite!

[@Lachri]

I feel like a parent "how can I choose a favorite", but those lightfast are really winning me over more and more all the time!

[@omsa89]

@@Lachri am slowly saving up loose shilling in a piggy bank bit by bit to get my caran d'ache luminance 100 set. I am halfway there I think haha.

[@maryellenthompson8261]

I love my Holbeins! However, I’m just a colorist and not an artist. I understand the lightfastness requirement when it comes to fine art. As far as Prismacolors go, I am slowly weaning myself off due to their softness. They break so easily and wear down so quickly that I’m regularly replacing them. Even my eleven year old grandson neglects his Prismacolors in favor of my better pencils. The reason that Prismacolors are not really my first love in color pencils anymore is that I tend to color heavily and lately I’ve been coming up with a waxy mess. So, I’m leaning on my Polychromos, my Holbeins, various Derwent pencils and my Caran D’Ache Pablo’s, all of which are fine pencils.

[@nikkissmallwonders8087]

I plan to sign up for your Patreon in April, and was wondering if you could give me an idea of what type of paper would be good when taking the inktense and colored pencil classes? Thank you

[@ciannacoleman5125]

I got the 120 Polychromos set and was surprised at how smoothly they went down despite them being "hard." It truly pays to get quality and I can't wait to play with them

[@muddyclothes]

Completely understand about pastels' feel! I can't stand it on my fingers. Charcoal too. Thank you for a great video.

[@amandagermany5933]

You just have to experiment and see what works for you. I think I would trust your recommendation on that subject from seeing what you do with them.

[@Lachri]

Absolutely! With paper too. There are SOOOO many good options and everyone will have their own favorites!

[@tatiartes7257]

I hope someone at Derwent see this and make a large Set of Derwent Drawing!!

[@mauritzens]

I have not used Derwent Lightfast, but all of their products have pleased me so far.

[@Lachri]

These and the inktense are probably my favorite derwent products! They're SO good!

[@PhoenixBlacc]

I've just gotten back in to drawing again for the first time in years. I've had my Prismacolors for a very long time and they seem to perform well, but I have nothing to compare them to either since they are the only brand I've worked with since high school (25 years ago). I hope I have the good ones lol! I do want to try the Polychromos though.

[@paulapeterson-warnock3030]

Good, honest video. When you work with pastels and colored pencils, do you put a sealer on the pastels? I know they smear easily

[@bryanterborg3665]

Even though the light fast doesn’t matter to me ( I’m not at that lvl to sell my art), this is why I love your advice….your honest! Thank you Lisa….still waiting for you to do a subject drawing with a 🌵 cactus 🌵. Thanks again

[@tinatomaszewski6473]

Speaking of throwing the lightfast word around being scammy, those sellers do the same thing with the word 'leather'. Sometimes you literally have to drop down to the bottom descriptions in the listing to find out the product is actually 'PU' leather . . . which is not genuine leather. PU leather is like ordering chicken soup and they just serve you the broth that the chicken was cooked in! Thanks so much Lindsay for yet another awesome and useful review! You're always so incredibly helpful to me! Thank you, thank you!

[@JudyPsInMyMindsEyeMixedMedia]

Such great tips! I am trying my hand at drawing, and have always been obsessed with pencils and pens. Now I do have Prism Color but purchased them like six years ago. About how long has it been since they haven't been up to par. Luckily I have not had an issue with them. I just recently purchased some Derwent Pastels and have never usef pastels. My issue is that I am Left handed, so I smear. I see you mentioned covering your work, I shall try that. This was a very informative video, and I thank you for your expertise. I also have a small set of the Inktense pencils. Going for the Durachrome ones next I think. I have found that Derwent are my fav at the moment.

[@thejourneyofart9934]

Hello there! If you have issues with smearing stuff around, work on a drawing from right to left. You won't smear a single grain of pastels

[@GAZMAN2002]

Thanks for the advice I have bought some great brands the polychromos the Ad water colour pencils and the intense pencils. Thee only issue is I'm a beginner on your patreon do you have any tutorials that would be a good starting point for a beginner?

[@bebeveritas7306]

I agree with you mostly, but I’ve seen people hang art in a place where it receives direct sunlight, it’s not your fault. York work is beautiful. Good video; thanks!

[@Xanderful209]

I bought a bunch of prisma pencils from my local community college because they were putting them on clearance like 10 cents a popa while back. To my luck more than half were from when prisma were made by Berol which I believe was in the 80s and omg those were magic in comparison to the newer stuff …like it’s literally night and day…… awesome video btw I really loved this ❤️

[@Renilou2]

I have some of the Barol left to me by my deceased mother in law. Prismacolor was the Eagle brand company to begin with. I believe mine are from the 70's. I have one that's so off center it breaks easily if you use an eclectic sharpener. But its the only one. Yes they are like night and day like you say. They blend better, layer better and do not break so easily.

[@Xanderful209]

@@Renilou2 I feel like they were more buttery in texture and didn’t break as much as the newer sets ….in addition to using solvents they handle like a dream. I really wish they made still made them that way 😒gotta love it when companies compromise their products for profit

[@1gabhriel]

great video, I don't use coloured pencils but I have pan pastels. soft pastels and pastel pencils, so I do get alot out of watching your videos. I watched a rabbit video and will give that a try soon, so thank you

[@Lachri]

I'm so glad you like them! :D

[@adautomancini6095]

Could youd do another video about the best watercolor pencils, pleeeease !!!

[@TheArtBoi1-2]

Best Colored Pencil Review on KZbin! I have a Collection of all of these! Polychromos are amazing! Derwent Lightfast are In my top 2. Caran D' Ache Luminance Are My Favorite! My Friends say I have the Biggest Collection of Pencils that they have heard of. I have a Set of Prismacolors but you said my opinion on them already. The Strathmore Drawing Paper is great! Thanks Lisa!

[@chloebear1197]

Same. I have all the Polychromos, lightfast, Luminance, Pablos, inktense (24 & 76 set), and prismas (132, 150, plus extras of the colors I used a lot). I put them in pencil organizers and they take up so much room even in those. Lol. But here I am looking at youtube videos to see if I want to get more. 🤣🫣😣

[@TheArtBoi1-2]

@@chloebear1197 True! A lot of Artists Are Pencil Addicts! (Not trying to be offensive) I counted all my Colored Pencils and the end result was at 2178 Colored Pencils!😇😰

[@chloebear1197]

@@TheArtBoi1-2 no offense taken. Honestly, that’s not even offensive so no worries. Tbh, you made my day. Lol. I don’t even have half of the colored pencils you have. But boy does it sound like a nice collection! :)

[@TheArtBoi1-2]

@@chloebear1197 If you ask me, it docent matter how many Colored Pencils you have! You just need to know how to use them!🙂

[@chloebear1197]

@@TheArtBoi1-2 True. And with over 2000 you (generally speaking) certainly have enough pencils to learn how to use them properly too!

[@omsa89]

I have tried a lot of paper but I have to agree with you the Arches hot pressed water colour paper is by far my favourite 😍 although it smells funky, love how the paper absorbs multiple layers of pigment

[@jenniferalvarez4041]

This was very helpful. I thought you might like to know that your link to the Polychromos pencils on Amazon is not working correctly.

[@Hohzaye]

What color pencil set would you recommend for someone who wants to draw in coloring books?