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Best Coloured Pencil Supplies for Beginners

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at shelves (or webpages) full of pencils thinking “Where on earth do I even start?” you’re not alone. I get asked this almost daily – and it made me think… if I were starting again today, knowing everything I’ve learned over the last ten years, what would I actually […]

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Well… it’s finally here! After more than a year away from the mic, I’m back with something really special – a brand-new podcast that’s been sitting in my heart for a long time. Welcome to Living in Full Colour 💛 This isn’t just a podcast about coloured pencils (although, let’s be honest, they’ll definitely sneak […]

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Why Community Matters (And Why My Free Coloured Pencil Group Might Be Just What You Need)

Discover the power of creative connection in Bonny Snowdon’s free Coloured Pencil Facebook Group

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drawing dogs in coloured pencil

Let’s be honest, drawing dogs in coloured pencil has to be one of the most joyful things we can do… right after you’ve lovingly sharpened them all to a perfect deadly point, only for your actual dog to send them flying off the table with a wag of their tail. Whether you’re creating a detailed […]

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Best Drawing Surfaces for Coloured Pencil Art

Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon is back with a new video, some surface-level wisdom (pun intended), and answers to your most common paper-related woes.

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Ignite is finally open!

Ignite is open! Weekly live sessions, expert artist tutorials, mindset support & the kindest art community—this is your sign to say yes to you.

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join ignite waitlist

Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon shares how Ignite helps you ditch perfection, build confidence, and fall in love with drawing again.

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Let’s Talk Pencils: A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Derwent’s Finest – Lightfast, Studio, and Drawing

Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon reveals the secret to soft, realistic textures—loose circles, gentle layers, and a perfectly blunt pencil tip with derwent

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Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon shares the secret to soft, realistic textures—loose circles, gentle layering, and a blunt pencil tip that makes fur and feathers come alive on the page!

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Coloured Pencil Week Artist Stories: From First Sketches to Creative Confidence

Coloured pencil artist Bonny Snowdon reveals her top tips for drawing ultra-realistic fur using layers, shadows, and a few surprising tools!

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