Drawing Tips

Drafting film is a bit of a funny old surface. The first time you try it, you might think, “Ooo this is smooth… lovely!” and then five minutes later, “Why won’t this behave like my normal paper?” 😅 It’s brilliant but only if you understand how it wants to be used. So let’s keep this […]

I know it can feel quite overwhelming when it comes to choosing the right surface for your coloured pencil piece. You’ve got different papers, different opinions, and that little voice saying “If I pick the wrong one, I’ll ruin it.”  So let’s take a breath and simplify it. This is how I choose my surface… […]

Let’s keep this really simple. If you’d like to learn how to draw with coloured pencils, but you feel: This is for you. From 12–18 January 2026, I’m running Ignite Your Spark Week – a one-week, no-commitment drawing experience inside my Ignite membership for just £10 / $13. Ignite is my coloured pencil membership. It’s […]

Merry Christmas 💛 If you find yourself picking up your pencils at any point over the festive period – even just for a few gentle minutes – I thought I’d share a few cosy little ideas to add some seasonal charm to your drawings. From Santa hats to snug beanies (or something delightfully daft), these […]

Let’s be honest: drawing white animals can feel terrifying. And when it’s white fur on a white background? Well, your brain screams “just grab the white pencil and hope for the best!” Spoiler alert: that’s the quickest way to end up with a ghost dog that looks like a cotton ball. The truth is, white […]

Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon shows top tips for drawing realistic, detailed eyes using coloured pencils—structure, blending, and subtle highlights.”

When we first start drawing, especially if we’re aiming for realism, it’s easy to get lost in the details. We think: “If I just draw every hair, every line, every speck, then my drawing will look real.” But realism isn’t about capturing every single mark you see. It’s about creating the feeling of life on […]

Drawing Leather. It might seem like a simple brown strap at first glance, but wow it’s anything but boring to draw. It’s got depth, texture, subtle curves, soft shadows, sometimes even stitching… and if you rush it, you’ll lose all that gorgeous detail. So, if you’ve ever found yourself staring at a leather halter or […]

Here are some of my biggest takeaways and top tips if you’re thinking of giving landscape drawing a go:If the thought of drawing a landscape makes you instantly panic about greens, skies, or trees, you’re not alone. Landscapes can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re more used to drawing fluffy fur or glistening eyes. But here’s […]

Diary management hasn’t always come naturally to me. For years, I tried to keep everything in my head until the day I forgot someone was turning up at my house and left them standing on the doorstep while I dashed off to the garage. Not ideal! As artists, we often crave freedom. We want to […]