BIGGEST MISTAKES FOR BLENDING COLORED PENCILS

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[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

QOTD: What do you struggle with the most when blending coloured pencils?

[@raviteja6024]

I can't make it darker

[@sayxri7001]

Uhh... Everything?

[@raviteja6024]

@@sayxri7001 I can paint with other mediums but colour little harder

[@raviteja6024]

Cause I haven't touched drawing for 7 years And now I have to

[@comedygumballmachine4748]

* which colors to use & blend to create depth and/or a correct 3-dimensional effect as well as highlights * pencils breaking when drawing AND sharpening

[@mariaboschmanart2205]

The main thing I struggle with with colored pencils is knowing which colors to use for skin tones sence there’s multiple colors for the skin...

[@MrApolloTom]

Have a look at Draw Mix Paint's videos.

[@princesswena1841]

try swatching them first.

[@zaisempai7267]

I totally agree, but I still love doing the layers of flesh :)

[@3thalluing339]

Maria Boschman Art I tend to do well with some light peachy/orange tones, pinks, reds and bronze.

[@user-vw8gf8wj7e]

@@zaisempai7267 tu celori pien

[@scenepunk09]

Gosh with each video I am realizing my art teacher in school and college (who was the same person unfortunately) didnt really teach us anything! I am so glad I found this channel!

[@lOwlEyesl]

Thank you for telling me why artists hold the pencil this way. I have taken college art classes and none of my instructors could ever explain it - they would just say its the correct way or its better. In my personal experience my gesture drawings always come out better when I hold the pencil this way but I never knew why.

[@danaedolly917]

Do You use markers ? And if the answer is positive, could You make a tutorial about them (combined with colour pencils), please ?

[@pakerhaque8688]

That would be nice

[@MissDarkBeauty]

A good friend reminder. Thank you very much, Kirsty! Have a great weekend! Take care and stay safe.

[@mjpete27]

You always have such wonderful tutorials! Thank you for continuing to share with us here on KZbin! I hope you can get your online store up and running soon! Good luck and Super work!! I use watercolor color pencils and blending is so much easier with those pencils Thanks Again!

[@annehenderson9207]

Excellent tutorial in content and videography. I learned a lot to improve my blending.

[@TiaSprengel]

Love your videos! I've been watching them so much as I'm trying to improve my colored pencil drawings. I'd love a tutorial on how to do blending in incredibly small areas or on smaller drawings. I've been able to blend in big, open areas with little issue, but the little details get me.

[@muhammadowais3314]

how can I pick the right colors for a portrait drawing? as colors could be complex just by seeing them.

[@ihihithere8854]

i hope this helps but these are tips i use in my art 1. use warmer colors for darker skin tones 2. backgrounds can either be darker or lighter than the focus 3. using purple and yellows for shadows and highlights or adding it to the color your using 4.looking at the color wheel can help make color pallets 5. looking at references and trying to copy them to see what colors they use and how they use it helps me : )

[@venetiancat]

SUPER helpful-just learning colored pencils, and bought your wonderful course, thank you!

[@shirleyoates3112]

Cleared up a lot of queries watching this ! Thank you soo much

[@momolandmamamoodreamcatche3453]

Your every technique is so helpful and awesome 👏

[@abigailgonzalez74]

Your Awesome, & Always giving us Great Advice, tips, & suggestions👏🏼 I Love this video for my Favorite’s color pencils💜 I prefer it, so Thank you 🙏🏼 so much for your Help on color pencils👍🏼👍🏼

[@fravaledigi2534]

Just..😮😍! You're the best💙💖 thank you for the tips

[@ninafokina4279]

Your works are so great! ❤️ Thank you for your lessons 🙂

[@Josetteartist]

Thanks for the tutorial! It was really helpful. I also would like to know if you have ever worked on canvas with acrylic paint before.

[@candys.art_]

Awh Thank you so much for this video it was really helpful 😭 ❤am still scared to use colours but now with all these tips I'll definitely go for it 😍❤

[@magdacavuquila3263]

Great video. Kirsty can you make videos on how to colour with pastel and what's the best paper to colour with pastel?

[@srijeshjosee8250]

best art channel

[@paigeme886]

Thank you so much for this and all your tutorials!! Every time i see a new video of yours come up im always excited 😂🙈. You are so amazing!! Oh, Im so sorry to ask, but can you one day do a video on tips or short tutorial about using coloured pencil on strathmore toned grey (or maybe tan) paper by any chance? Thank you so much again!!

[@venetiancat]

I'm just starting out with colored pencils (Prismacolor Premiere, no breakage issues thankfully)- and although I am a seasoned artist, I have made ALL the mistakes you mentioned in trying to obtain a super-smooth blend. I have found that Bristol 300 or 400 vellum works well with solvent, seems to be enough tooth. For solvent, I have used Gamsol odorless mineral spirits as well as isopropyl alcohol. Gamsol melts the wax better, but alcohol evaporates more quickly.

[@arismakhalid9705]

Wow thank u soo much great help!!..you're so talented!!

[@sachinvashist5058]

These tips are really helpful, especially because I love color pencils!!!

[@virenf9824]

thanks for these tips!!!!!great video too!!!

[@VibhasRatanjee]

Your videos are much better than art lessons... I love your work!!!!

[@nicoledemarbre6195]

Very interesting for beginners like me, thank you for this tutorial

[@collinsakpe6433]

Thanks so much Kristy so helpful!!

[@heavyrain8821]

You looks like Kate Winsliet but more beautiful with more beautiful talent 🌹

[@corihederich4817]

So good! Very informative, I can't wait to get our my colored pencils!! Subscribed and notifications on!!

[@corinafultz7729]

lovely video!! thank you for the tips 💖

[@poilochio]

Wow, I love your videos ...I am using this corona time out to master these techniques

[@christophergarcia9022]

8:26 really driving home the point of pressing too hard lol. love your videos, they have helped me a lot!

[@abdulsubhanlone5417]

Your techniques are awesome i learn alot Thank you so much 🤗

[@stellagoforth8476]

Yessss I have been waiting for this video for so long 🎉

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Well I hope you find it helpful

[@sushantveyron]

You teach really well. thanks for the great tutorial🙂

[@jane-jr1bd]

I love you thank you !! Your amazing ! !! Keep giving us advice !

[@sylviamashrigi8573]

I absolutely LOVVVEEE your art style

[@InvestorSchool]

Kristy, you are GREAT !!!)))

[@galacticskeleton2156]

Thank you so much for this video💖

[@hh76huuizzafftaherabegum12]

Your artworks are the best!!

[@sanaraheem5000]

Hi kristy u are an amazing artist and an excellent teacher i learn so much from you in each video. Have u done any video on water color pencils . Because i can't find any on your channel. Plz if u haven't can u do one .. and canu suggest me for a beginner what do u suggest. Acrylic or watercolor . ? I have on done a couple of paintings on oil long ago .

[@rameshmistry8265]

Really nice technique of color pencil

[@RishabhArts]

Congratulations on 400k 😍u r doing amazing work

[@abizarrebazaar3814]

Thanks for what you do. Love being your Patreon and can't wait till my skill level is even a 1/8th of yours 😉 But not bashing myself don't mean to misrepresent. I see improvement everyday!

[@Sgreen183]

Right on time I needed this video 💪🏾

[@KweenBee37]

How do you get your pencils sooooo sharp?

[@charlesentertainmentcheese5438]

Use a sharpener 😂😂

[@aileenji9526]

biscuit Studios hahaha very funny

[@leilanizhang6916]

i think she has a video where she talks about how she holds the pencil at an angle and then rotates it every few seconds so it wears down on the sides rather than the tip

[@peaches5712]

KweenBee37 she uses the Derwent pencil sharpener. I use the same one and it is awesome! She has the link below.

[@okzoomer2131]

@@leilanizhang6916 I also do that.😀☺

[@lukeheiners3294]

thanks for this tutorial!

[@Samanthaskeepsakes]

great video it ruled out a lot for me

[@joeljoseph5149]

You are indeed a talented artist.

[@raviteja6024]

Your such a amazing artist

[@norinemueller4588]

Such great tips thank you so much

[@nikkoleburns3213]

Thanks for the tips. I can't wait to get the next step up coloring pencils. All I have is crayola😩 I was wondering if you could do a video on you? I would like to know more about your art journey and how you started. 😁😉😆👍

[@NoDontLikeIt]

Crayola pencils are awesome. Lol. Keep at it, because when you get to know your crayola pencils, you will find transitioning into a “better” grade of pencils is so easy because you’ve already learned the basics. I have a range of pencils-derwent, polychromos, prismacolors, and so much more, but I find I like my crayola ones a lot more than I thought I did.

[@renderingrini]

This is quite helpful 😁💜

[@gracemulrain6357]

Thanks for the tips!

[@blobfish3615]

Really really useful, thank you! Xx

[@brendamerchant7921]

Amazing talent!

[@marikadolinsky9912]

Love your videos

[@da-madmodler4692]

I should try cotton swabs, I use a water color brush fairly large but has a point for the details.

[@immavelliabelladona]

I want to be like u...love ur art so much...!!!! thanks..!!!

[@petic4302]

Thank you for this video!

[@darbydupree4056]

You are an amazing artist.

[@StLProgressive]

What do you recommend using when coloring in books? I don’t make my own drawings, lol. I learned so much with your section on burnishing. I’ve been doing all of those things. 😂

[@smellydiarhhea7243]

Really useful on point videos 👌. Would be very helpful if u can do a video on watercolour pencils ☺

[@abdulkadiryahaya3606]

you are the best in the world of artists

[@jimintae3284]

This is really helpful, thank you:)

[@letsmakeamesstoday]

Wow This is awesome! I am an old doggie but hope to learn these new tricks!🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸👏👏👏👏

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thanks I hope you learn something new :D

[@laxmidharart4966]

Thank you so mach Beautiful Post

[@eirvingdiaz7185]

Beautifully said

[@tracymarie4633]

I don't think I've ever pressed that hard! Jeepers! My problem seems to be that there is not enough color. pigment in some spots making me need to add more so there is pigment to be "moved". Thanks

[@indepth9487]

You are a shining star❤

[@donnawalter3061]

lots of information and great tips Kirsty 😍😘

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Aha thanks mum :D

[@donnawalter3061]

😍 love you lots xxx

[@cateyes3813]

Hi! That Orange and Red pencils you use to demonstrate the burnishing method are sooo vibrant! What brand of pencils are you using for that? Thanks for another great video 😊

[@bug5460]

Actually early this time! Love ya Kristy 💞

[@devstream2015]

Your tips are very useful!!! ☺️☺️

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

I am glad you found them helpful :D

[@pdumbaugh]

I love your videos and teaching methods. I purchased your colored pencil academy from your website, and I am sorry to say that I have had numerous problems trying to progress with the classes, and today, I can’t even get into your website - and I tried 4 different browsers. I generally prefer to contact people directly if I am dissatisfied, but I don’t feel like I am getting very far with my emailed issues. So sorry I had to resort to this- your videos really are wonderful.

[@ashish3saxena]

Your tutorials are very important

[@ooXChrissieXoo]

I definitely did the mistake of burnishing on first layer the first time. I snapped my polychromos lead, and that thing never breaks. I was as heart broken as the broken lead hahaha... Reason it breaks: there isn't enough of wax or oil on the paper to help the lead to glide.

[@janiceknox3518]

Thank you so much

[@azurastar1508]

Hello 🤗 Coming from your older kingfisher drawing! I have got a question. That brush, is it just water on it or something special with what you go over the colored parts? And are the color pencils you use polychromos or the other ones? Would be happy to get an answer thank you so very much 🌈

[@misstricksmix]

So useful tips !!!

[@vensfacuen5240]

Good vid!!

[@mariappanv2902]

Nice work super

[@BB-nz5sk]

I have WAY too many makeup brushes. Could I use those with solvent so I can save money right now? Sorry if this is a silly question. Thank you in advance. You are sooooo talented!! I love your birdies!!

[@missquirky7064]

Wow, beautiful

[@altf1279]

I just got a pack of 132 prismas so this was really helpful, thanks!

[@braydopaintrain4346]

I love the way you say "color pencil" :)

[@ArtofRohit]

Wow nice tips😄😄😄😄

[@NikkiHodgesArt]

Hi great tips! Can I ask what sort of Filbert brushes? There are seven types of flat brush sets for different media. Thank you

[@munmilks]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOOOOOVE UR ACCENT OMFG YAS

[@elliebeynon2811]

Wow, your such a good artist!!

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thank you Ellie

[@jasminesimon7271]

I also like to blend in small circles in order to have smoother transitions and avoid having the "walls" of where I start and stop.

[@rosetaylor969]

Amazing

[@rosannalyne8334]

Really helpful 😁

[@lauraallen6672]

Have you used blending stumps before? If so do you have any tips?

[@susmitasahu9891]

l usually use a normal drawing paper for color pencils and also solvent but they work well

[@sachinvashist5058]

Hlo kirsty! If you could do a video of drawing hands, it would be a great help. Watching your videos has made my drawings so more realistic. You always motivate me to draw more and more. Written by a little girl...love you kirsty!

[@imieicolori]

Hi thanks for all your interesting videos,keep up the amazing stuff...where i can buy the solvent?I can't find the link to Amazon :(

[@SophiejuDrawing]

Awesome !

[@roy4731]

Wow.. thanks again 😊 And you are looking too cute as always🤗🤗

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

No problem and ahaha thanks :)