Character Coloring with Copic + Alcohol Markers

Introductory Character Coloring Class for Copics + Alcohol Markers. Suitable for beginners - advanced.
For small video chapters (and to download) click here: goo.gl/8DnJtu
Learn more about coloring with markers and pencils with me at www.kitandclowd...
----VIDEO + STAMP INFO----
This video was made as an introductory look at colouring characters with alcohol markers in celebration of the Kit and Clowder Colouring Facebook Group reaching 15,000 members in 2017. This video will look at skin, hair, and clothing techniques that can be applied to any image at all. Please note that as this event is over, this stamp is no longer for free but you can still purchase it from the La La Land Crafts store here: bit.ly/2CfYKDH
Please note that as this is a free introductory class, it is not as in depth and does not come with the booklets as provided in our full colouring classes :) Thank you!
----COLOUR INFO - COPICS----
*Download PDF Colour Charts here: goo.gl/k2xWoA
COPICS used in order from light to dark:
SKIN: E000, E00, E21, E11, E04
BLUSH: R20, R22
HAIR: E21, E23, E25, E29
DRESS: RV10, RV32, RV34, R39
GREEN OUTFIT: YG03, G21, G94, G99
SHOES: W5, W9
Paper: X-Press It Blending Card
Stamp Size: Printed at 10.5cm high (4.15") - print at whatever size suits you best
----COLOUR INFO - OTHER BRANDS + PENCILS----
*Download PDF Colour Charts here: goo.gl/k2xWoA

[@darlawelch9676]

Your hair technique was AMAZING! I will watch this over and over as I work on learning to use my Copics.

[@1Artfulannie]

I throughly enjoyed your video.. I have watched heaps but yours is the first one that made sense!

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad to hear that! Please reach out if I can ever help with anything at all :)

[@laragardner1333]

WOW, I have been looking for tutorials on how to shade and color with alcohol markers. Was not really finding anything that was very helpful. I am so glad that I found yours. I love that you do real time, I love that you stop to explain or draw an example of what your doing. I just got a set of Bianyo Markers (can't afford the Copics...yet) and can not wait to try using them with your techniques. Also, I loved the little girl and how she turned out. Adorable. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@SassyBoutique441]

I just have to tell you how much I enjoyed your free class. I learned so much. I have been coloring for awhile now but learned some better ways to do some techniques I was already using. I will be checking out your classes. Thank you.

[@KitandClowder]

i'm so glad you enjoyed the class - thank you so much!! i'd love to see you over in the classrooms :D x

[@jackieluper2588]

The free marker class is amazing. Alyce is so awesome with any help. I can't wait to grow with her tutorials and classes. Thanks Alyce for all your amazing skills, sharing and caring.

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad you liked it - thank you!

[@pabgrb2002]

Hands down, one of the best and informative videos I have watched. Thank you so much for all of the technique tips and detailed instructions. The graphs were a great treat, too. Hopefully that one day, I will improve to be as good as you. Practice makes perfect, right? :)

[@jujuw8866]

Patricia Billingsley I agree..amazing work!

[@CarolHeld]

Such a lovely tutorial. Repetition is the key to learning, I always say. smile Practice is so important isn't it? I love Copic colouring, thus appreciated the entire class. Learned so much. Very inspirational. Thank you for your time.

[@michelledarde805]

This was your first video I have seen and I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed it! I learned so much and you’ve taken much of the fear out of getting started. I’m definitely going to signup for a class!

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it Michelle! Thank you so very much!

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Michelle: I agree, this was my first video also, and I have learnt so much. Now to put in into practice and develop that light touch. Alyce, many thanks!😘👍🏾

[@lesliev7874]

I learned more in this video than in watching hours of other tutorials. Thank you. I will check out your classes.

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad you found it helpful - thank you so much!

[@hazelfarris206]

Thank you for sharing some techniques on blending and shading. It is so therapeutic as well.

[@KitandClowder]

so glad you found it helpful Hazel! :) Please reach out if I can ever help with anything at all x

[@lisal3645]

I'm new with copic coloring and I just found your page a few minutes ago and I hate that because you teach very well and I would have loved to have done this with you. I see your last post was 10 months ago. I hope you are going to be doing more soon. I would love to do another one like this. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@margueritekemp506]

I have learnt so much from this video, thank you so much for your detailed instructions and tips and techniques. So happy I found your video. Thank you lovely lady xxx

[@KitandClowder]

Thank you so much for the lovely message! I'm so glad you enjoyed the class and hope I get to see you in some of my more recent classes over at www.kitandclowder.com :)

[@tobipeters1163]

What a fantastic teacher you are! Thank you!

[@KitandClowder]

thank you so much for leaving such a lovely message

[@susieqlalonde9352]

Your voice is so calming and even reassuring. I just ran into your channel when I was viewing some other art videos. I am looking forward to watching more of your content and learning a thing no or two about alchohol markers. I know least about that medium than any other one.

[@KitandClowder]

thank you for the really lovely message! please reach out if i can help anytime :)

[@lizvargas.7388]

Great tutorial. One of the best I’ve seen. Gonna look into classes with you. Thank you for sharing:)

[@debbiegeraets7361]

I have been looking at sooo many videos trying to find one that shows where to put a shadow, a highlight and everything in between. I understand so much now, I can’t believe it! Next is classes. I can’t wait!!! Thank you so much!

[@36malard]

Thank You for sharing this video. Thank you for all of your free gifts. Congratulations on 15,000 members.

[@lydiakvrner1597]

Thanks a lot for this! I tried my first time today. You teatch in a way I easily can understand! 🥰

[@annshort4156]

So extremly generous of you to share these tips! Thank-you very much !!!

[@sarahisaac6104]

I love this, you explain everything so well. I have watched so many tutorials and this is one of the best.

[@KitandClowder]

thank you for the really lovely message!

[@FrappsScraps]

Thank you for offering this video class! As always beautiful coloring Alyce! ❤️

[@KitandClowder]

thanks so much for the lovely message :D

[@roseandrew9708]

Congrats! Alyce ....so happy for you . Thank you so much !

[@Rosenknoppen1]

It's such a joy watching you colour! Great video as usual :D Thank you la-la land for the cute image! Hopefully I will do this tonight!

[@sharonfrench1087]

Oh, my I have a very long way to go. Your lesson is wonderful with so many tips and such detailed instructions. Your coloring is awesome and going over everything a second time made a big difference as you said. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@nafordebi]

I'm so excited that I found your channel and your website and I'm excited to do all the classes I can starting with markers 101 which I'm watching right now

[@janets132003]

This is, by far, the BEST tutorial on coloring I have ever seen. You are so encouraging. I am definitely going to check out the classes on your web site.

[@deborahlove1987]

Fantastic coloring! Thanks for doing it.

[@michellenorton2698]

You are an excellent teacher I quickly went and applied some of your techniques to some flowers I have been trying to colour but have looked horrible but the ones that I have used your techniques on have improved dramatically, I’m not very good at using my copics but hopefully should start getting better now with your guidance on shadows and flicking, you have helped me greatly, thank you so much 💕new subscriber 🤗😊

[@KitandClowder]

Your comment really made my day! Thank you so much! It just takes a little practice and learning how to use your medium and those underlying art theories will really help :) As long as you keep challenging yourself, are brave to try new things and techniques, then you will always keep growing!

[@ChrisPBacon007]

My first time watching ur video and 2 minutes into watching you, the more i got interested. I love the way to do your video. Slow and clear! I checked ur site and interested to take your classes!

[@KitandClowder]

Thank you so much for the lovely message! That really makes my day :) Please reach out if I can help with absolutely anything any time! You can contact me through the website x

[@PaulaTee15]

Hello. I just found this cupcake girl class but I can't seem to find where to download the image to try colouring it. Thanks so much for all your wonderful images and tutorials. I am trying my best to improve.

[@rettalutte9666]

Thank you so much! It's a journey!

[@artbymalee4653]

Thank you very much for your support.

[@melindagibson8606]

Wow.. incredible and most helpful video ever! I have watched so many and nothing is like yours! Amazing! I am definitely a new subbie! I'm taking a class for copic coloring in Aug with Irina, the owner and designer of Lalaland! She's super nice! Love her!!

[@KitandClowder]

Thank you for the truly lovely comment! That makes my day!!

[@cindygorre3778]

I'm glad you add the graph'it, thank you so much. Can I colour her with pencils for the challenge ?

[@KitandClowder]

of course Cindy! I added pencil colour blends to the downloadable pdfs here too xx

[@KitandClowder]

oh and also - I've started adding graph it's to our monthly classes aswell if you did not know ^_^ from about 2 months ago

[@tasneemchandia3470]

Omg.. I have been trying to learn marker techniques... and this has been the best and most detailed video I have seem. Loveddddd the details and so excited to learn more. Thank you so much 😍

[@lindadangar1405]

Thank you so much, can’t wait to take class

[@shannonkissane7741]

Amazing video, the best and most useful I have seen. I love the rules / guidelines and breaking things down into sections is so helpful. Thank you so much for taking the time to share with us.

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad you found it helpful - thank you so much x

[@Elinapereira1212]

Love this tutorial! I learned so much and will now be practicing the techniques you demonstrated. Thank you so much! 😁

[@MsAmerica57]

This looks so fun! Thank you for this class!

[@tamipriebe8982]

Wow so much info can't wait to practice practice practice!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@CaraMalmrose]

Thank you! I enjoyed watching and following on... I'm pretty excited with what I learned and will work on applying those techniques in the future ...

[@sussiewebb8577]

I love your tutorials Alyce especially the class room lessonxx

[@mariellaroman6212]

My first class, fabulous tutorial, thanks!!!

[@ashleycaulfield1823]

I’m so happy to have found your videos. Your presentation is very informative and encouraging., Thank you for sharing!

[@naylacanellas697]

I'm interested in the classes. Where do I find the information for them?

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Nayla! Sorry I don't use youtube often :) you can find the classes at www.kitandclowder.com :)

[@lindapekrul4482]

You're THE BEST Alyce! Thank you for this sweet image and the tutorial!

[@KitandClowder]

I can't wait to see your colouring :D

[@adrimyburgh6929]

First coloring class.... but loved it!!

[@pattizawadski9046]

Thank you so much. She's adorable. Will be fun coloring.

[@hazelfarris206]

What a pretty dress!

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Alyce, this has been so informative. What a beautifully colored image... WoW!! TFS! 😘👍🏾✨ Is there a graph for Crayola 100 colored pencils color conversions??

[@KitandClowder]

Thank you for the lovely comment Gwen! at this stage I don't have a conversion for Crayola but if you'd like a copy of my prismacolor chart to compare to then please feel free to email me at [e-mail]

[@lesliev7874]

Great tutorial. I subscribed to your channel and will definitely check out the free classes.

[@lindiphillips7271]

Just beautiful you have a lovelly delicate and soft touch, I was so mesmerized watching you... Thankyou.💕💜🐝🌸💚

[@IreneMendes]

Wooowww, This is an AMAZING coloring tutorial make by one of the most amazing talented girl, it's from beautiful Alyce and using La-La Land Crafts Stamp (love it). Thank you so much for your generosity and for your motivation. We all 😍 love it everything about your personality and talent. ❤️ hugs from a huge fan 😊

[@maureenscraftycottage9520]

Brilliant tutorial as always Alyce, thank you x

[@BonnieKohane]

Thank you, Alyce! She is gorgeous!! Thank you. La La Land!!

[@KitandClowder]

Thank you so much lovely :) big hugs to you! x

[@wayfaringpanda2936]

I just watched the video since I'm new to Copic coloring and don't have this image (plus don't have much time right now). I'm planning on taking your free 101 class as soon as I have some time, and then may want to take some of your other classes. I have some images I would like to color for my sponsor girls in Mexico. I don't have many colors, but I did get mostly the Earth colors. What colors would you recommend for the hair and skin (they have black hair and very light brown skin)? I have some of the warm greys, but not the cool greys.

[@KitandClowder]

Hello :) You can find the image in the description of the video

[@mapenn1031]

This is the best ever. Thank you!

[@coloresamores5955]

THANK you for the color chart and the tutorial !!!

[@lavonnesylvester2809]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. Congratulations on all your followers! And thanks again for the freebie stamp. :)

[@audreyadams3239]

I am a new member of Kit and Clowder. Is there a way to purchase this picture? I can’t find a place to download it. I have looked everywhere. I am on an iPad. Can you email a link to me? Thank you so much!

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Audrey! Please check the video description for all the details you need :) x

[@evaschoch7320]

Wow ! Thanks so much for this really good explained video ! I absolutely appreciate it !!!!

[@elle4560]

My oh my this is stunning!!! Wow, simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing your talent with us in such a passionate way 🥰 I was wondering if other brands of alcohol marker could achieve a similar result? I tried blending the way you did but with Ohuhu alcohol markers, and it was a disaster... maybe I wasn't using the correct colors for blending... I don't know. Thank you again, honestly the beauty of your art made me emotional.

[@KitandClowder]

you can use any brand of alcohol marker :) just remember paper is very important for blending. You can find suggestions over on the website under the colouring faqs tab x

[@TheJuleBoxStudios]

Loved this tutorial! 😊

[@janellegraham8896]

Well done, Alyce. You're a legend!!! :)

[@KitandClowder]

thanks so much Janelle!

[@cynthiablackwell5700]

beautiful. where did you get this stamp from. would love to have one. tfs

[@candacescanvases]

Amazing!!! Can’t wait to take a class!!!

[@dawnlovett5508]

Lots of great information

[@KitandClowder]

so glad you've found it helpful! thank you! :)

[@0kaykay0]

Ty so much for sharing❤. This really helped me understand shadows more.

[@KitandClowder]

so glad you enjoyed it thank you :)

[@marjoriebanovetz8481]

OMG THANK you for the color chart NOW I CAN Color. Wahoo.

[@KitandClowder]

my pleasure lovely!

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Loved that you added Spectrum Noir and Caran D’Ache!! Crayolas next??

[@wendybatchen4819]

Thank you for this video Alyce, off to colour her now :)

[@KitandClowder]

woohooo can't wait to see! :D x

[@MMSacca]

Thank you for sharing... This video was fabulous...

[@Epic_Plays1]

Wonderful video tutorial. Thank you so muchx

[@debrabaron8170]

Love this! Thanks! Just wow!

[@jeanwicks9908]

Fabulous video, thank you for sharing!

[@averybell4273]

How would you color darker skin tones. It gives me pause hearing you say how the darker tones are scary.

[@KitandClowder]

Hello Avery! I have many tutorials on colouring darker skin tones over on the website www.kitandclowder.com. Hope this helps x

[@cardsbychristine]

A wonderful tutorial.... thank you so much Alyce!

[@Mochaahantass]

I love your page. I just want to know why darker colors are scary to you, when it comes to coloring the skin?

[@KitandClowder]

they aren't but they are for many others :)

[@AngelHandmadePapercraft]

Great video, enjoyed as always and congrats x

[@24get24give]

what a great you tuber you are, you have gained a subscriber, and probably soon, a class member( I have to get my space in order to get my laptop on my desk, do you cover tombows at all? I didn't see them on your site, I love them

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Lisa! thank you so much for your lovely message! I don't cover tombows as yet but I am working on a watercolour marker class hopefully coming soon :) Thank you!

[@sharmandeluca1082]

Thank you sweetie. This was fabulous...

[@TheMette1971]

I just love to see you color, i dont have so many copics often i dont know what colors to by and when i finaly do, i always by some wrong and living in Denmark that can be quite expensive, do you give advice for that too.... i have bought the 150 prisma color pencils, is the tecnic the same for them..... i would so much like to learn to color with the two, ;)

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Mette! If you would like to learn about how to pick colours, visit the website www.kitandclowder.com and try the free Markers 101 class. It explains how to pick colour blends and also has colour charts available. We also have some great pencils classes available :)

[@janettagagnon3245]

So adorable

[@carolnelson7107]

Thank you so mush for this video.... I took art classes in high school (long time ago, he he) your instruction was wonderful and reinforced and reminded me of the things I had learned... I've recently started making greeting cards, wanting to color fun images... Thanks again :>)

[@KitandClowder]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it Carol - thank you so very much x

[@beverlyberesford8489]

Very helpful. Thanks so much!

[@jaleaya3]

Is this a Digi or can I order this stamp?Thank you . you color beautiful

[@KitandClowder]

the details are in the video description :) thank you x

[@reneekennedy38]

I have a hard time converting marker tutorials to color pencil. Especially with the pleats on the skirt. Any suggestions!

[@KitandClowder]

the technique is exactly the same for markers and pencils but using your basic blending technique :) if you aren't sure how to blend with your pencils yet, I'd recommend checking out one of my pencils classes first :)

[@dg9531]

when you sign up for a class, do you provide a digital image, or do you provide a list of things to buy to color along.

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Dianne! Thank you for your message - each class is different and you can find all information on the sign up page :) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to pop me a message at [e-mail]. Thankyou!

[@colorfilla9955]

Super vidéo merci 😘

[@JanetMGiles]

Muy peromuy hermoso, gracias por compartirlo con nosotros.

[@audreyadams3239]

Which set of copic pens would you recommend to start with?

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Audrey! If you check out the website www.kitandclowder.com and click colouring faqs it gives a big writeup on getting started with markers :D x

[@hazelfarris206]

You’re awesome!

[@andreah993]

Obviously this image is no longer available for free so can I use one of the other kit and clouder digis for the kitandclowder20days of craft giveaways? Or any other cute little girl I have? I'd love to enter the challenge today so please let me know. Xx

[@KitandClowder]

Hello Andrea - the techniques apply to any image at all that you colour :) But you can purchase this image from La La Land (I don't sell stamps- just the classes) x

[@ireneherrera-shan7272]

Wow amazing.

[@mochi_zip]

Nice!

[@pattravis2434]

great tutorial, many thanks

[@KitandClowder]

my pleasure thank you!

[@norinemueller4588]

Thank you so much for this video have a few ? When you print out this image is it ok to use an ink jet printer or will the copics smear? I seem to always have a dark line which does not blend is it because I'm pressing to hard? And last I don't have the paper your using is there some other paper that would be ok to use , I do have the copic paper but it's so thin like computer paper Hope it was ok to post these ? And if you don't have time to answer no worries I really appreciate the time and work you put in these videos hugs

[@KitandClowder]

Hi Norine! I use an inkjet :) The Canon Pixma in any model seems to be compatible with markers. Some inkjets are not compatible though - I know HP in particular have some that are and some that aren't. If your ink is smearing, you can try heat setting it with a hairdryer or heat gun first, or printing in draft mode and see if this helps. If you have thin Copic Paper this is not the same thing. This paper is for rendering like architects/industrial designers use - a quick wash of colour. We need thicker cardstock to be able to hold the layers with this style of colouring. I use xpress - it blending card :) Hope this helps! x

[@norinemueller4588]

KitandClowder I have an Epson will give it a try thank you

[@lindapekrul4482]

I have no problem with my Epson printer Norine, and I've used the thin paper - it colours fine and you can always glue it to a piece of cardstock afterwards to make it stronger to use on a card.

[@KitandClowder]

Some Epson's are compatible and some aren't so you would have to trial it. Try the heat setting and draft mode to see if this helps. x

[@norinemueller4588]

Linda Pekrul thanks so much

[@nahouell1]

RV39 for dress doesn’t exist. which one did you use?

[@carlasimpson7588]

It's R39

[@michellehaynes7055]

Too cute love it

[@prayalways-]

great tutorial!!!

[@vickineifeld405]

Does anyone know where I can download or purchase this image?

[@KitandClowder]

if you view the video descrition you will see the details :)