BOTANICAL PAINTING WITH DERWENT INKTENSE PENCILS

[@7409gigi]

This is so wonderful! First, clever you to use your swatches like a dot card!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 And yes, I would like more tutorials with the Inktense pencils. I have a set, as well and would like to learn more about the process!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Brenda x

[@TerrieJohnson731]

Thank you 😊 I already printed this one days ago 🎉 This is my first Inktense tutorial ever and I once had them and now they are replaced 🎉 I'll be watching many times over ❤

[@helencampbell]

This is my first intense tutorial, actually, and I really enjoyed it

[@sherrieallyn-b6p]

Great commercial for you and for Derwent Inktense pencils! Thank you…..and now i have to buy a set of these pencils. 😊

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. Glad you liked it x

[@hannabeckwith1398]

Beautiful. I would love to see more with inktense. Thank you.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. I’m definitely doing more. Filmed one today

[@panther5031]

What a fantastic tutorial with a stunning result💜. Thank you so much🌹 I definitely would enjoy seeing many more Inktense tutorials in the future 💜🌹

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it. Just finished filming another one 😀

[@NikkiA.Art.]

Hello Helen, Yes it's me again. 😁 I am really loving these alternate material videos. Even though they are similar to watercolours it's still beautiful to watch how to use them. I bought the Inktense pallet some time ago and it's sitting in my cart looking at me yelling out "OI, I am down here, use me." I wasn't sure what you could do with them. I was thinking about Pen and Ink drawings. Haven't got there yet. 🤣. It is lovely to see how vibrant they are and how little you need and yet again you did an amazing job showing how versatile this medium is. You can use it bold and/or delicately. You are amazing x

[@helencampbell]

Aww thank you. I really enjoyed working with them and have just finished filming another one. It won’t launch for a few weeks yet but keep an eye out x

[@janetferridge5656]

yes i have a set as well to like the Inktense pencils love the flower Thank you Helen 💞💜💛💚

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Janet. I have quite a few Inktense pencils tutorials so do take a look. I created a playlist. I love using them x

[@mellim8]

Yes please, love learning how to make the most out of Inktense! Thank you Helen x

[@helencampbell]

My pleasure. I can confirm more on the way in a few weeks x

[@robertthompson8303]

I appreciate your Derwent Intense Pencil Tutorials. I am learning a lot from them. Would love to see more.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Robert. I’m going to film more soon but in the meantime we do have an Inktense playlist here Inktense Tutorials kzbin.info/aero/PLs4H0qOC8epWr8qXUhRTw0-fTdV6ifmKJ

[@iamhuman145]

I work a lot with the Derwent Inktense, I have al the 72 colors in pencils and blocks. I love to learn more on how to use them. Thanks for your tutorials!

[@helencampbell]

They are gorgeous aren’t they. Glad you like the tutorials 😀

[@mariliarodrigues7137]

I love working with the inktense pencils and sticks. Would love to see more tutorials like this. It turned out beautiful!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much. Definitely doing more. Actually filmed one yesterday but it will be a few weeks yet until launching on KZbin as we have a few videos ready to go

[@mariliarodrigues7137]

@@helencampbell That's awesome, thank you!

[@Angie-pl3uw]

And yes, I would love more of these videos.

[@helencampbell]

we have another Inktense video launching on 5 May

[@wendykelcey1246]

Lovely Helen! I can’t wait to try it. I realize that I was pressing too hard with pencil. Great video! Thank you!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@aj-yi6os]

Love seeing the inktense used so beautifully. You are a gem!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. I loved using them

[@yvonnemarguerite3259]

Hi Rae, this is a gorgeous piece! The colours are stunning 🌟 I must try this 🥰xx

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much Yvonne xx

[@Angie-pl3uw]

Great. This is a wonderful way to use watercolor pencils. I have these pencils. I love Derwent products. Thank you.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@carmensol34]

I can’t even imagine that you ever struggle with the pencils, you are wonderful and the transparency is absolutely amazing!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much 😊

[@cathyphegley7848]

What I am learning from you is patience. I even do some yoga and breathing exercises before I sit down to paint now. I have a nice hot cup of tea next to me and I take time to stop and sip it before it gets cold. That way my layers dry and I’m not sitting there idle and impatient 🤣 I ordered some of these Inktense pencils and can’t wait to try them. Your instruction is spot on-how to gently apply the pigment to the paper. These are definitely not like colored pencils, which I love. They are a whole new medium. More fun to be had.🥳🎉

[@helencampbell]

thank you very much Cathy - and I love your idea of a cuppa in between washes (note to self to go make one now lol) - I am so glad that you find the tutorials useful - we do have an Inktense playlist so do take a look x

[@dianesmith9898]

This is so absolutely gorgeous! I would love to try this and I think i will. It’s beautiful Rae! Thank you for the inspiration ❤ and I would love to see more Inktense tutorials. I love these pencils!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Diane. Definitely making more Inktense tutorials. Did you know I have an Inktense playlist?

[@dianesmith9898]

@@helencampbell Yes I do know that! I’ve watched every one of the videos, some multiple times ☺️ I’m swatching out the botanical painting right now, the hallispore? It looks tricky but I will give it a go 👍

[@helencampbell]

Ah that’s brilliant. Enjoy x

[@teentb2075]

Hello Helen, I just found you botanical painting. Recently I found Derwent Inktense pencils and blocks. It was very interesting watching how you created the various layers, very helpful indeed. I never thought about doing a small swatch to use as a pallet to work from, I'll do that from now on. Thank you so much I'll look for more of your videos for sure. 🫶

[@helencampbell]

Hi. Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. We do have a playlist for Inktense here in case you want to watch it kzbin.info/aero/PLs4H0qOC8epWr8qXUhRTw0-fTdV6ifmKJ&si=_mwD5i7-tvya6FmP

[@irmabenus7001]

Very beautiful work and really helpful and inspirational tutorial!! Thanks! I would very much like to see more of this kind of tutorials🥰

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much

[@sylviaoliphant5187]

I am so happy that I have discovered your talented art. I have had most colours of inktense for about 7 years, and they’ve been sitting idle. I am now inspired, and will enjoy following you and being inspired. Many thanks Helen.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much Sylvia. I have quite a few Inktense tutorials on my channel and I have another in a week or so - so do consider subscribing 😀

[@ricurtis1948]

They are lovely and easy to use aren't they.........I've been using them for a couple of years now. Thankyou for the line drawing & photo.

[@helencampbell]

They are amazing. I’m hooked x

[@mom2bsa]

I would love to see more Inktense tutorials!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. We do have a playlist here kzbin.info/aero/PLs4H0qOC8epWr8qXUhRTw0-fTdV6ifmKJ

[@artsymargo]

Thank you so much for these techniques! Pushing the color to the line instead of pulling it out makes a huge difference in the edges. Pulling color from the swatches is also very helpful, for single colors and for mixing. I've found mixing is the most challenging thing with my limited number of Inktense pencils (12). I'm falling in love with them now. I would really like to see you use Inktense with a water brush, please.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much. There’s another Inktense tutorial 3 May but I used regular brushes. More to come too

[@sharonhinds4808]

I’ve used the Inktense sticks in my mixed media; this is just lovely! Thank you for these videos; I always learn something new.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Sharon

[@shirleegowens5595]

Fantastic and inspiring as always. Thank you and yes yes more inktense pls

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. We are definitely doing more x

[@artbydrbee]

WOW, these are just so pigmented!! Gorgeous art supply and gorgeous art, Helen, well don!! I love the way you were using the swatches as well, and that little swatching book you showed us was also quite ADORABLE!! Thank-you for sharing this with us, it really was gorgeous to watch 🤗❤️❤️👏🐝

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. I really enjoyed using them so more on the way xxxx

[@rachellane2836]

Stunning! It feels like heresy but I think I may even prefer these vibrant, translucent colours to my watercolours! More please!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. Oh I loved working with them. I e already filmed another. A few weeks yet until launch tho

[@bethcarroll5988]

WOW!!! Thank you for bring the pencils into watercolor.

[@helencampbell]

Thanks Beth. Hope you enjoy it x

[@Stephanie-tk9jl]

Your work is so lovely and inspiring. In fact, I can thank YOU for the fact that for the first time in more than a decade, I’ve pulled out my paints, brushes, and paper, and will be putting them to use this week! Many thanks!

[@helencampbell]

Oh that’s wonderful. Glad to know I’ve inspired you to paint again x

[@janinafisher101]

What a beautiful job! These pencils are wonderful, but it is your hand that used them so well! Using the swatches as a palette was a great idea, though I did have the thought that your sleeve was going to get soiled!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much. X. Oh and yes, I should have realised 😂. Need to think ahead re sleeves x

[@SharonNolfi]

This is really lovely, Helen. Thank you for sharing your process in detail.

[@helencampbell]

My pleasure x

[@missjameequilts]

I love inktense! I have the pencils, blocks, and pans! I spent the summer last year at the beach with the 24 pan set, a waterbrush, and a coloring book, just experimenting. Learned a lot. I got a lot of ideas here and can't wait to get started!!

[@helencampbell]

I love them too. I’ve just finished another tutorial. I think it’s out on 5 May. Oh I’ve just bought some of the blocks so I’m keen so see how they compare

[@missjameequilts]

@@helencampbell I can't wait!

[@TerrieJohnson731]

I actually decided I like the similar ones. 1.67 per, in a set and when we run low on one there's likely to be something close enough. I really couldn't justify the current price of singles at more than 3.00 US. Sets are cheaper in the long run and they do offer a six pk to try, 😂 and then you have two of those Lol and don't have to buy again for a very long time. No need for a reply Rae, I am just going to be watching this for hours tonight ❤

[@jujutsu_panda]

Very good enjoyed the demo I have these pencils. Learned a lot 🤗

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Donna

[@janicelancaster3020]

Hi Helen absolutely love this tutorial,I have inktense but never used them. Thank you so much and would love to see more😊👍

[@helencampbell]

Thank you I’ve just filmed another but I’m stacked five weeks ahead so a little queue

[@janicelancaster3020]

@@helencampbell all good you are doing a wonderful job 👏👏

[@GabrielleCarbonneau]

I’m interested in seeing more like this.

[@helencampbell]

Hi. I’ve a few more Inktense tutorials here kzbin.info/aero/PLs4H0qOC8epWr8qXUhRTw0-fTdV6ifmKJ

[@eileencollins3126]

I have a few of these, but thanks to you, now know what to do with them. Hmmm, I might need a few more when I go to the art store in town tomorrow! I think this would be a nice way to do art on the go or outside. So many options! Thanks, Rae!!!!!

[@helencampbell]

Lol good for you. Enjoy. Xx

[@jilld8787]

Beautiful and informative 😎🎉👍👍🥰

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Jill x

[@lisaspears8974]

I would love to see more inktense videos with both the pencils and or the blocks because I bought both and was about to return the pencils because of the pencil marks not completely disappearing and you just kept me from shipping them back. I bought them to use as watercolors. So I am very grateful for this tutorial.

[@helencampbell]

I’m so glad you like it. We’ve an Inktense pencil video launch the week after next

[@helencampbell]

And an Inktense block tutorial here kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5bUgWh-lp6ghc0

[@helencampbell]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5bUgWh-lp6ghc0

[@helenduplessis9820]

Wow! I'm really impressed! It's beautiful. I bought a set of Derwent Inktense pencils but never used them. Believe me I'm going to dig them out!! Many thanks Helen!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@helencampbell]

Ooh I hope you do. Let me know how you get on x

[@jirikir]

That's what I need to get more into inktense. I would like to see a few more and perhaps one or two with graphitint. The flower turned out beautiful realistic. I love it.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much 😊

[@carrollwilson5169]

Love watching you paint, obviously now with whatever medium you have chosen to use. I’d be happy to see anything you want to share 💖 . Now considering whether I need to buy and play with Derwent inktense 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. They are amazing. I’ve just filmed another tutorial

[@cherylbrewer1218]

Amazing. Love it, thank you Helen😊

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@SushiChillAndGrill]

Beautiful!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@lizkramer6600]

This is so very delicate! You have a lovely soft hand. You said they are lightfast but they really aren’t, at least compared with major watercolor or colored pencil brands that use true pigment vs ink. Maybe it depends on what you are comfortable with, and if you intend to sell the original vs prints.

[@helencampbell]

Thanks Liz. There seems to be a little bit of ambiguity about the lightfastness of them. I think it probably depends on the surface that they are used

[@EWats-gz6mk]

❤Beautiful!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much

[@electrichen6243]

I love the vibrancy of my Inktense pencils but have never known how to use them properly and good tutorials are hard to come by. You've made me a very happy bunny/chick. I have tried 100% cotton cold pressed but they don't blend well, I'm going to give mixed media a try. Hot pressed might be an option as there's no texture to grip too much pigment. Anyone who has watercolour pencils can follow this tutorial too. Many thanks for sharing and would love to see more of these tutorials. ❤

[@helencampbell]

Thank you very much. Actually just finished filming another but we are stacked a few weeks ahead so a little wait. Glad you enjoyed it x

[@lunakat7020]

You can try using a non cotton watercolor paper. Both Canson papers work very well especially Montval the color glides across the paper so easily. Lindsay Frugal Crafter uses this paper that's where I found out about it.

[@helencampbell]

@@lunakat7020 thank you. This is non cotton. I love mm paper as it makes blending super easy

[@electrichen6243]

@@lunakat7020 I have some Canson mixed media I use for watercolour pens and will try that

[@helencampbell]

Brilliant. Let me know how you get on x

[@carrieramirez2891]

Yes more inktense videos please

[@helencampbell]

Definitely

[@melw7450]

so pretty

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😊

[@AbraCassandraCrafts]

Oh wow. This came out just as I'm going to be buying watercolor pencils :D I'm actually going for the set of 120 Albrecht Durer from Faber Castelle. But I'll prolly end up buying the Inktense as well. I've actually recently decided the type of watercolor I love and it's ink and wash. So drawing with my microns and washes with watercolor. It makes me super happy.

[@helencampbell]

Brilliant timing lol. I haven’t tried that brand but keep in mind these are a bit different because they are ink and not watercolour as such x

[@AbraCassandraCrafts]

@@helencampbell Yes indeed :D That's why I chose the Fabers first because they're not ink but...I mean...Why NOT both am I right? I think I may have a crow brain for art supplies...

[@helencampbell]

Absolutely. Both is good. I’m the same. I’d buy everything if I could 😂

[@andreatorraca8755]

So pretty

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Andrea

[@jhs7384]

Amazing

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. We’ve another Inktense tutorial launching on Tuesday 😀

[@EKS49]

How does the ink affect the brushes? How are they different to watercolour pencils? Yes more like this please, really enjoyed it Helen, thank you.

[@helencampbell]

Hi. Exactly the same as watercolour. The brushes are absolutely fine as I would expect them to be. They are different to watercolour pencils in that they are actually Ink I have tried watercolour pencils a couple of times in the past without success. These are much more vibrant and I find that the ink from the pencil itself is easier to apply

[@EKS49]

@@helencampbell thanks, i did wonder as most inks are staining so thought they would stain the brushes too. I have the small set, bought them years ago when they first came out but never used they.

[@helencampbell]

@@EKS49 give them a try. You’ll love them

[@beckieeichstadt3893]

You mentioned that it may be possible to use Inktense on fabric. It is possible and lots of fun. The only difference is you use a fabric medium or my preference is aloe gel not water. If you use water it will bleed. The aloe gel has alcohol in it so it also aids in faster drying time. Once it is dry you iron over it and it will be permanent forever, no fading. Have a great day

[@helencampbell]

Wow that’s so cool. I’d love to try that. Thank you for sharing x

[@beckieeichstadt3893]

@@helencampbell i am a quilter and have used it. I know you will make it an art piece for sure. You could wear your art! Not many mediums i haven't tried but water color as you teach is totally new and I am loving the experience. Lots to learn here

[@helencampbell]

@@beckieeichstadt3893 Thank you very much Beckie - let me know how you get on with my tutorials - I love having feedback x

[@AafkeVultink]

Just a question, as I have the entire set of the 72 blocks, if you happen to have some, can you do a botanical tutorial with those? Im as lazy as they come I dont even take the blocks out I just use m as a palette in the trey lol they are probably stuck in there by now :P

[@helencampbell]

Hi. I find have the blocks only the pencils but I think you can use them the same way. We have another Inktense video launch in about four weeks or so

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

Another great video Helen!!!! Can you tell me what surface your paper is on? Is it a piece of wood or is it a pad that looks like wood? I am interested in getting something like this.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Elizabeth. The service is quite simply a piece of really inexpensive MDF, which I have covered with some, what we used to call, sticky back plastic

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

@@helencampbell Thanks! I think we call it contact paper here in NY. I appreciate you taking the time to respond!!! ❤️

[@helencampbell]

My pleasure

[@carolinechurch2837]

Hi Rae, This is so lovely, and to get your perspective is great. Do you know anything about the rating on colourfast the Inktense range is? Thank you for your tutorials 😊

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. I believe they are lightfast

[@karunasirohi7]

Another wonderful tutorial Rae, thank you. Were you able to rewet pigment on your right and use them again like watercolor ? Are these permanent on a palette too if we use that instead of paper please ?

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. I am not sure if permanent on the palette since I haven’t tried yet but as for the Paper, once I had used them by mixing with water then they were done. In order to reactivate them you would need to go over them again with the Inktense pencils

[@karunasirohi7]

@@helencampbell ok, thank you

[@heatherbasson9127]

Once the inktense colour is dry it is permanent and will not rectivate again adding water like water colour pain does. I presume you will have to make sure you have completed the blending process on each layer completely and let it dry and then add the next layer. They do work well on fabric as well and this will also be permanent, Thanks for the wonderful tutorial. Happy panting everyone . enjoy. XX

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Heather

[@karunasirohi7]

@@heatherbasson9127 thank you. I saw some people using intense blocks they rub their brush on them and use it. I am wondering if they are different from pencils ?

[@surfit.]

I have the Derwent Graphitint. The core is really soft. How do you sharpen yours?

[@helencampbell]

I have a very old inexpensive sharpener but need a new one. If you can suggest anything I’d be grateful

[@surfit.]

@@helencampbell Just bought the 36 ct. Inktense. Cheapest per pencil. I have a super old Panasonic electric sharpener. I mean several decades old. Sharpens well for the graphitint. It loves to grind down on my Prisma. Will see how hungry it is with the Inktense.

[@helencampbell]

I think I need an electric one There are lovely colours in the 36 set

[@nattyw495]

I use a old small plastic cutting board that my family doesnt use any more one side is more smoother, so thats the side i use with my inktense the other side i use with my neocolor 2...you can also squibble some pencil swatches on top of the masking tape i saw another artist do that so you hand wont get into the inktense..i hope these two helpful hints can help a few artist...👩‍🎨✍🎨

[@helencampbell]

Brilliant idea. Thank you 😘

[@clearwater7000]

❤

[@rta3738]

Do they dry pretty fast? Can a hair dryer be used to speed up the process?

[@helencampbell]

They dry about the same as watercolour but probably a bit faster because I used less water. No dryer needed

[@lolafg9056]

Me encanta lo que haces,es una pena que sus videos no tengan subtítulos en distintos idiomas,por ejemplo español

[@helencampbell]

Muchas Gracias

[@EWats-gz6mk]

I know you are a brand ambassador for Deep Deep Light but if you are interested in an inexpensive, fun, magical granulating set, I have been having fun with the Kuretake Gansai Tambi Aurora granulating set. It makes ethereal color changes and beautiful flower petals if you’re interested.

[@helencampbell]

Ah yes. A couple of people have mentioned them. I must take a look. Thank you

[@beckyhumphrey7464]

I just ordered a set of these. Now, I wait.

[@helencampbell]

Yay. You’ll love them. What set did you go for?

[@beckyhumphrey7464]

@@helencampbell I got the 24 set. If I like them, I may order a larger set later.

[@helencampbell]

Good choice 😀

[@manassrivastava1214]

Happy😊 navratri🙏 (hindu new year)

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😀

[@paulanelson2183]

What is the difference between Inktense and watercolor pencils?

[@helencampbell]

The colour is much more intense

[@paulanelson2183]

@@helencampbell thank you so much for replying! I really enjoy your videos...I am new with watercolor. I am thinking of joining your classes.

[@helencampbell]

Hi Paula. Thank you. So pleased to hear that you like them 😀