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Expert coloured pencil instruction for artists at every level

Find out what equipment I have in my studio that I can’t live without, and take the guesswork out of choosing your own equipment.

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These free resources will help artists who are new to coloured pencils learn new techniques, understand the materials available, and gain confidence.

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My thoughts on the new roll of Clairefontaine Pastelmat and how it shapes up against the existing board and sheet.

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Find out what’s been going on in my coloured pencil life this month with the latest chapter of the Coloured Pencil Chronicles.

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Learn how to remove the grain on Pastelmat and layer lights over darks to improve the overall realism of your coloured pencil drawing.

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Find out how I prepare to start a new coloured pencil drawing, from editing my reference photo, choosing my paper, to creating my line art.

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Find out how a colour wheel can help you with your coloured pencil drawings.

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Find out what’s been going on in my coloured pencil life this April.

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Find out how I became a full-time artist, and how my business has changed over five years.

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Watch the conversation I have with David Fox-Pitt, who’s tirelessly working with Siobhans Trust to feed refugees on the Ukrainian border.

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