Pencil Drawing Tools 2024

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This is an update on my most current drawing tools. I've got some exciting new modified tools that I've added to my tool box, I've found some new and improved versions of things I’ve used before and of course some old faithfuls that have been with me from the beginning. Finding the right tools is a hugely important aspect of my drawing practice so I'm constantly experimenting with new tools to find the right fit for certain techniques. I hope you find this video useful. Let me know in the comments if there are any new tools you have been experimenting with.
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[@VinothKumar18193]

You have no idea how much enthusiasm I got after I saw the video title in the notification. Most awaited video

[@dhruvpatel4552]

Same here bro!!

[@cat_purrs_art_works]

Me too. I even did a happy dance. 😺

[@kronoscorpse7199]

One of the best things about being an artist is being able to experiment with things and see what works and how it can work with different textured papers, I started using mechanical erasers because of this channel. Never going back. A deep dive into mechanical pencils and graphite would be so cool!

[@cat_purrs_art_works]

The power air compressor scene is my favourite. I'm so lolling. 😹The whole video was immensely enjoyable. Thanks to all involved in its creation. 🙏

[@jondoh587]

That quick shot of Jono blowing his lips apart cracked me up. Made him look like Wallace, of Wallace and Gromit. I vote for a short video of Jono and associates playing with the air compressor!!

[@cat_purrs_art_works]

@@jondoh587 😹Hear hear! I second this motion to Wallace and Gromit the J-Team!

[@cat_purrs_art_works]

@@anvankets I too solemnly swear to bring my best snigger to the party! 😹

[@jamesduncan578]

Thank you for sharing what, and how, you do. I have been a casual graphite "artist" for decades, but since my retirement 3 years ago I have been working on being a better graphite artist. Most of what I do, and use, is because of you. Again, thank you.

[@kieiang8935]

Thank you brother for sharing your tools.

[@chriskopeikin2702]

The stencil curve is a tool that has been around for ages called a French curve, used a ton in airbrushing. The pencil erasers can be found in different hardness which has been helpful in my work, there are hard ones and very soft ones.

[@chrisfromaus9394]

Thanks Jono, great vid. You're my favourite draw artist!

[@Basiieee_Artist]

Thank you Jono, long awaited video yet explained further to my interest! Your content is always admirable and great!!!!

[@stefansimonovicart]

Always a great morning when a new Jono Dry video drops!

[@chriskopeikin2702]

I find your process and the techniques and tools you are drawn to ( no pun intended) to be very similar to mind as well as very inspiring. I also enjoy your professionalism but with a certain sense of whimsy which makes you fun to watch but also learning. Thank you

[@Dannybills12]

Amazing this video has given me answers to all my questions

[@chriskopeikin2702]

I have also found blending with chamois is very useful and can sometimes be used to remove medium from the paper in very fine increment.

[@RichardLiuArt]

Love the grinders, such an interesting way to showcase the pencil sharpening process! Also that industrial air compresser hahahaha

[@sidersproductions941]

Man I love this walkthrough man. I’m using so many things for the first time this year and just enjoying learning new techniques and tools. Here’s to a great year of drawings!

[@pauljakeman]

Love these updates, shows how you carry on growing as an artist. Awesome work Jono, your one really great and inspiring guy.

[@SamVereschzaginArt]

Great video, as all your videos are inspiring to watch. They have helped me get back into graphite (while I still do watercolor) and understand how to achieve getting the detail in the drawing. Many watercolorist will put their paper into bins of water to stretch them. I’ve seen one actually use their bathtub. Since your projects are huge, maybe try a garden sprayer? The ones used for chemicals.

[@chaosme1ster]

Cool walkthrough, thx. Through your videos and artwork I was inspired to dig out my box of graphite/erasers/blending stumps recently, order a mechanical eraser (damn, what an invention!) and a Tombow eraser, and start my first drawing since… longer ago than I dare say out loud. Thanks for that! Massive fun getting back into graphite…

[@13ClaytonM]

i just realized while working in my knife shop, I could use my big grinder to sharpen a pencil. i am sure i have done this in the past in my old woodworking shop, seems so obvious after I started doing it lol

[@robertjones7023]

Hi Thanks, I found that if I take a photo with my phone it helps me see imperfections that my eye can't see.

[@suzanneboily5224]

Its a joy watching you thank you

[@joedolceland]

It would be very nice to have a complete list of all your tools with their brands for those interested in proceeding in the same way. I love your drawings and you are a great source of inspiration, I hope to be able to buy one one day. love 😍

[@seifrashed8378]

big fan of your work, keep up the good work

[@angelruizrisueno2729]

Genial vídeo, muchas gracias desde España.

[@greekveteran2715]

Some, including me, use 12B instead of 14B Pitt Matt graphite pencil, because it is as black but has noticably less graphite shine, compared to the 14B. Technique of how we use the pencil (avoid pressing hard on the paper) is also important. Just a humble tip.

[@chriskopeikin2702]

Would you talk about when you first began, did you just complete pieces on your spare time before you were working as a full time artist and then just try to show the pieces you completed?

[@ritualchaos7182]

You might find glass fibre polishing sticks useful. I use them, as a hand engraver. I can imagine them being a bit aggressive on paper, but they will grind to a fine point.

[@ChantelleArts]

This is amazing, so many amazing tips ☺☺☺

[@sanadek1]

Hi Jono! Really wonderful work and many thanks for the tools layout. Have you ever used a white pencil or Gelly Roll (Sakura or some alternative) for highlights? I find the paper somewhat yellow and would like some parts to stand out even more. Any advice? Keep up the good work and enjoy!

[@padamvara]

Awesome video ❤.. love from India

[@olivpaint]

Love Your work!

[@mathewnichols9511]

Hi from the US, I am a big fan of your work. Hyper-rich detail saturation has always been the thing technique-wise that would inspire me. Could you share where you source your masonite backing boards from please? I've had an no success so far finding them in the sizes it looks like you use in your videos through markets online, and the local hardware stores only sell 48"x96" panels. The Arches big roll is 51 inches wide, so I am trying to find something at least 53 inches wide. so that I can get used to huge square-cut works.

[@davianburke]

I see that new piece in there, awaiting its drop on the big screen 😊

[@smkpluto]

Finally! A new video

[@Darkpulse23]

❤ nice how do u get it black

[@revisionistcrap211]

The Faber Castell Perfection 7058 B pencil eraser is little bit harder, I use both for different effects.

[@JoseCastillo-py6ic]

Que tipo de papel utiliza ?

[@AnthonyMcNeil]

I'm trying the erasers. It is very weird for me. I would like to see more about the mechanical pencils and the lead size. I don't use the thicker ones. What are the advantages and disadvantages?

[@khalidrashidart]

can you send the link for the large air brush please?

[@HadleaAnderson]

What kind of paper do you use?

[@paul_domici]

Jono do you ever use charcoal for your beautiful drawings?

[@kathleenstoin671]

Why do you stretch your paper? I understand the need to do so for watercolor, but I've never heard of doing it for graphite drawings.

[@Rebyoolmltr]

I am man and never men can draw like this, this is amazing. During my school and college, i barely saw boys drawing good, just one or two, but if you look girls most of them can draw good, and have good handwriting. Basically they win competitions, but these pictures are mind-blowing and detailed

[@owenisme8225]

What? Men just didn't have skills and hobbies? Where are U from/how long ago was this?

[@Rebyoolmltr]

​@@owenisme8225iam sorry it's a bit late Iam from South India, i didn't mean me we haven't skills. If we look at the number of people

[@pimpomfossils]

Big fan !❤

[@crazzysadik9728]

can you tell me about your brushes, like which type of brush or name, i also do the pencil drawing but i never find a perfect brush, it will be a huge help..

[@highroyds]

looks like EcoTools makeup brushes

[@1334neko]

I know you havent really ever changed your paper- I do wonder though do you think gelatine sized paper stands up to working/reworking/ especially mechanical erasing better than the vegan starch sized HP papers?

[@403M4K]

The winner of this video goes something like this: Honey, I have something very important to do. Here's my phone, put it in vibration mode.

[@K.ART_vlog]

so nice ❤😍

[@Zgataizb]

The intro SHOULD sounds like this: "Hi, Im Jono, and Im creating masterpice".

[@dalestephanos]

Amazing work and very generous of you to share your choice of tools! With all that graphite dust I hope you’re protecting your lungs.

[@arvenzt]

Hi Jono. What the name of paper. Icant found for the largest paper like you

[@chaosme1ster]

arches aquarelle - hot pressed - 300gr

[@arvenzt]

@@chaosme1ster thank you

[@kierhudson1328]

The rigid plastic is called acetate.

[@i.m.wizard7689]

Hey there! I'm Archit Singh, the creative mind behind Unleashing Art with Archit, where I share my passion for art with a growing community. I've been following your work and I'm impressed by your talent and creativity. I believe that collaborating could be a fantastic opportunity for both of us to create something truly special. I think our styles could complement each other beautifully. Whether it's a joint art piece, a creative challenge, or a discussion about our artistic journeys, I believe our collaboration could inspire our audiences and open up new creative avenues for us both. I understand the value of collaboration and would love to discuss ideas with you. Let's create something amazing together and share our passion with the world. Looking forward to hearing from you!

[@Arturo-054]

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[@MarciaMoyer-t5p]

❤😊

[@build9242]

I was playing with the idea drawing again after 30yrs. Watching your videos inspired me to gather some supplies. I asked ChatGPT about graphite and buying the powder in bulk. I didn’t know that graphite pencils/sticks are mixed with clay into a paste and then kiln-fired. I was thinking of buying raw graphite with no clay and applying it with brushes. Has anyone tried this? Pencil/Stick mix for different shades 2B: Graphite: ~65-70% Clay: ~30-35% 4B: Graphite: ~75-80% Clay: ~20-25% 6B: Graphite: ~80-85% Clay: ~15-20% 8B: Graphite: ~85-90% Clay: ~10-15% 10B: Graphite: ~90-95% Clay: ~5-10% 12B: Graphite: ~95-98% Clay: ~2-5%

[@achillelalonde]

Good day Jono, I would imagine it will take some cosmic support to reach you, however I may as well try. Though I’m a huge admirer of your work, though I’m a watercolour artist so your tutorials are only nominally pertinent. However you’ve mentioned square space as your website service provider. You mentioned they’ve offered “amazing support”. Would you be willing to refer me to someone who has been helpful in this dept.? I’m a 76 year old artist, ex IT professional, growing progressively more technologically impaired, so such a referral would be tremendously valued. In appreciation, achille