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This is the first time I've tried out the Stillman & Birn sketchbooks, hopefully do a review a bit later on.
Coming from using moleskine sketchbooks for so long, I've been meaning to try something new. I've been working around the waxy texture of the paper for so long I've got used to it but at the back of mind I've been wanting to use watercolour a bit more freely. So I was keen to give the Stillman & Birn books a go as I heard they were especially geared to using watercolour. I tried one from their Zeta series, its a really heavy duty sketchbook specifically designed for colour washes.
The first thing I noticed was the book opens up flat so you can do double pages, there are so many books that don't do this it's a really nice surprise they got right.
The paper itself is a really thick 180lb, I threw quite a bit of paint at it, it really holds up well. It was a new experience not having the paper buckling with each wash I did. In fact I could do washes in one go was new in itself, usually I scrub the paint into the page, taking a few goes to get right. I'm not too keen on the surface of the paper, its very smooth almost like Bristol board paper so there isn't as much character as I'd like. Because there is no texture to speak of paint does tend to glide over the surface. I don't really like the bright white of the paper. It might be worth trying out a different series as they have textures and different shades to the paper.
The smoothness of the paper can also cause the paint to sit on the surface, so it does take a bit longer to dry.
I also wished the sketchbook had more character. Its a solid black book but could do with more personality, reading about them coming from Europe to New York sounded like a really interesting story but doesn't really come across at all. It was as if they designed a book to address artists and illustrators wish list on what they wanted from a sketchbook on a purely practical level. There's also an aesthetic aspect that seems to be missing, it could do with a few nice details to appreciate.
I think I'll persevere and try and keep drawing and finish the book, sometimes it could just take awhile to get used to a new book.
“Drawing Tips for Mind Mapping” by Paul Foreman
110 Page E-Book
Beginners guide to creating simple cartoons and illustrations for Mind Mapping
Including:
Colour wheel and use of colours
Suggested Equipment
Drawing Fish
Drawing Cats
Drawing Books
Using Stencils & Templates
Drawing Hats
Mind Map Templates
Drawing Curves & Shapes
Detailed breakdown of “Fantasy Mind Map”
Enhancing Creativity through Thought Reduction
Drawing Speed Tests
Drawing Faces
Lettering
Photo to Cartoon transfer
Drawing Tips and Tricks
Doodleboards & Mind Maps
£5.95 Available from www.mindmapinspiration.co.uk
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This is a great idea to do when drawing a comic book or something like that :) #Drawingtips #drawingideas
“How I drew my Mind Maps” E-Book by Paul Foreman
71 Page E-Book
Learn how I create my Mind Maps, explore and expand the thinking process and travel from pencil to paint
Illustration steps, tips and tricks for mastering drawing techniques
Available from:
Mind Map Inspiration Blog www.mindmapinspiration.com
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Of all the little fluffy friends we love, hamsters are up there contending for the title of cutest. With their tiny delicate feet, bright eyes, twitching noses, and big ears, hamsters can be quite tricky to draw. Luckily, if you want to create a realistic hamster sketch, you have come to the right place. With our easy-to-follow hamster drawing tutorial, you can master the basics and create a very cute, realistic hamster sketch.
One of the big five animals in South Africa and on the verge of extinction, the rhinoceros is a large and foreboding animal. These beautiful and powerful creatures are one of the more unusual looking animals that roam this green earth, from their large horns and big bodies to their small stubby legs. In this rhinoceros drawing tutorial, we guide you through the process of creating a rhino drawing from scratch.
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Have you ever really wanted to draw a giraffe, perhaps for a loved one who is fanatical about these beautiful long-legged and long-necked creatures, but you simply do not know where to start? If this sounds like you, then you do not need to wonder anymore. With our detailed examples and in-depth instructions, you will soon be drawing giraffes without so much as a second thought.
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"The Admission Insider" and PortPrep owner Karen Kesteloot has released The Drawn to Success Study Guide E-book to help high school seniors improve their drawing techniques to create better artworks for their college portfolios. The exercises shown on the e-book are used at Sheridan College as a crash course on how to draw.
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Mischievous and playful creatures, goats are some of the most fun-loving animals in the farmyard. With their wiry hair, big curvey horns, and goatee, goats are instantly recognizable. This signature style can make it difficult to create a realistic drawing of a goat because the smallest mistake may be picked up on quickly. Do not let that fear stop you!
If you have been struggling to draw a panda or are just looking for something different to learn to draw, our cute panda drawing tutorial might just be what the doctor ordered! Drawing can be therapeutic to the stressed-out mind, putting you into a state of relaxation, and this is especially the case when you are drawing a smiling, cartoon-like panda!
The wildebeest is one of the big five animals unique to the South African landscape. This large and intimidating beast roams the plains of Africa and grazes on long grasses. Today, we are going to show you how to draw a wildebeest from scratch. Beginning with how to construct the shape of your wildebeest drawing, we will then show you how to create realistic textures and coloring.
Zebras are beautiful creatures with exciting and intricate patterns. These beautiful and unique patterns make zebra drawing a satisfying activity. In this tutorial, we show you how to draw a zebra step-by-step. We will guide you through the zebra drawing process, helping you nail the perspective and patterns of this wonderful grasslands animal.
One of the biggest cats in the world, leopards are known for their characteristic spotted coat. Despite their close resemblance to our household cats, you do not want to get up close and personal with these majestic predators. What better way is there of celebrating these wonderful big cats than by drawing them? In this easy-to-follow leopard drawing tutorial, we help you create a realistic leopard painting in a few simple steps.
The king of the jungle and African plains, the noble lion is one of the most fearsome creatures to roam the earth. Although deadly, these large cats are beautiful and remind many of their less ferocious household companions. Today, we take on the mighty lion by making the process of how to draw a lion easy for artists of any level. We take you through a step-by-step process to help you create a realistic lion sketch.
Have you ever looked at a donkey and wondered how to draw one? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the perfect place. In this easy-to-follow guided tutorial, we take you through all the steps that you need to create a realistic donkey drawing. From getting the proportions and dimensions on point to capturing realistic texture and coloring in your donkey sketch, we guide you through the whole process.
Have you ever wanted to know how to draw a realistic cow? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place! In this tutorial, we have compiled all our knowledge and our top drawing tips to help you create a wonderfully realistic drawing of a cow without any fuss or bother. From the shape to the coloring, we guide you through everything in easy-to-follow steps.
Beautiful and, let us face it, slightly scary, roosters are the top dog in the farmyard birdhouse. Known for their vibrantly colored plumage and sharp beaks, roosters make wonderful subjects for farmyard drawings. In our latest drawing tutorial, we take you through an easy-to-follow drawing process to help you create your own unique and realistic drawing of a rooster.
If you have never drawn penguins accurately before, then do not stop reading! This is a tutorial that will explain how to draw a penguin in a step-by-step manner. We will show you, with drawn examples, just how easy a penguin drawing can be. You might find it easier to draw each step out as we go through them, so let us whip out our pencils, pens, tablet for drawing, or whatever medium you wish to work with, and we can begin.
Bees are the foundation of many of the systems on earth, and we have a lot to thank them for. These powerful and organized little insects are loved throughout the world, with their light gauze wings and signature striped bodies. In this tutorial, we guide you through the steps to create an easy bee drawing. Our bee drawing tutorial is suitable for artists of any level, making it easier than ever to learn how to draw a bee in a few simple steps.
German shepherds are large and majestic dogs who make great companions. They also make great subjects for drawing studies. A german shepherd drawing is a fantastic way to practice many of the key skills in realistic animal drawing. In this realistic german shepherd drawing tutorial, we take you through all the steps necessary to capture the details and coloring in this beloved dog. Collect your drawing supplies, get comfortable, and let us begin!
A symbol of peace celebration in America, turkeys have a wonderful array of colors and patterns that also make them very exciting to draw. If you have ever wanted to know how to draw a turkey, but you simply do not know where to start, then look no further than our in-depth turkey drawing tutorial! This tutorial is designed for artists of any age and level, and it makes learning how to draw a turkey step-by-step super simple.
There is no topic better than Copic to get you inspired to create. Copic markers are by far the most popular and sought-after brand of markers out there, and you will find out why in this article.
Water buffalos are fairly intimidating and unusual-looking animals. Their large horns and powerful bodies make them fantastic drawing subjects, particularly when you want to focus on improving your eye for proportion. In this easy-to-follow drawing tutorial, we take you through all the necessary steps to create your own realistic water buffalo sketch.
Hippos are the third-largest mammals that roam the land on earth. Although their large chubby bodies may make them appear harmless, even cuddly, these are some of the most dangerous animals in the world. In this drawing tutorial, we show you how to create your own unique and realistic hippo sketch.
One of the biggest cats in the world, leopards are known for their characteristic spotted coat. Despite their close resemblance to our household cats, you do not want to get up close and personal with these majestic predators. What better way is there of celebrating these wonderful big cats than by drawing them? In this easy-to-follow leopard drawing tutorial, we help you create a realistic leopard painting in a few simple steps.
Have you ever wanted to draw a duck but you just do not know where to start? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place. As part of our farmyard animal series, we have created this really easy-to-follow duck drawing tutorial to help you create a realistic duck sketch.
If you were to visit a farm, it is likely that you would hear the geese before you see their beautifully colored feathers. Of all the birds on a farm, the goose is the largest, with its long neck and big webbed feet. In this goose drawing tutorial, we are going to take you on a journey to help you create and color realistic goose drawings.
Of all the farm-yard animals, sheep are some of the cutest. With their fluffy wool coats, coal-black faces, and flared ears, sheep make the perfect subjects for drawing. In this tutorial, which is part of our farm animal drawing series, we take you through all the most important steps to draw a realistic sheep. If you have been looking for the best tutorial to show you how to draw a lamb, then you have come to the right place.
In the trio of farmyard birds, chickens are probably the ones we come into contact with most. Chickens are instantly recognizable with their speckled feathers, fluffy tails, squat bodies, and bright red wattle and comb. In this chicken drawing tutorial, we take you through easy-to-follow steps to help you create a beautiful and unique drawing of a chicken.
Mice are some of the cutest creatures around, but have you ever thought about drawing a mouse? If you have, then this will be a great learning process for you. Thankfully, we have an artist in residence that has created a wonderful tutorial for drawing a cute mouse easily with simple techniques. Collect your supplies for drawing, settle in, and let’s get down to drawing!
Beloved pets with beautiful glittering scales, goldfish are some of the most popular fish worldwide. Have you ever wanted to create a goldfish sketch but do not know where to start? If that is the case, we have the perfect tutorial for you. In this guided step-by-step tutorial, we give you all the top tips and tricks for creating a realistic goldfish drawing.
Majestic, strong, and elegant, horses are one of the animals most loved by humans. With their strong legs and long flowing manes, it is not difficult to see why horses are a favorite subject for many artists. Despite their popularity, many artists struggle with the drawing of a horse. It can be tricky to get the proportions right, and horses have very specific features which make it clear when you do not quite get it right.
Have you ever wanted to draw a bunny but you just do not know where to start? If so, you have come to the right place! Rabbits are thought to symbolize good luck, abundance, and the circle of life. In this article, we show you how to draw a bunny step-by-step. In this tutorial, we make the process of how to draw a bunny easy for artists of any level.
Have you ever wanted to know how to draw a guinea pig? If the answer is yes, then you have come to the right place! Whether you have had a pet guinea pig or not, you cannot deny their sweet charm. These furry creatures are very friendly and full of life. They also make fantastic subjects to draw. In this easy-to-follow drawing tutorial, we show you how to construct, detail, and color a realistic guinea pig sketch.