There are so many wonderful mediums to explore in the art world
As much as I’d love to paint everyday, in reality that’s just a folly
But I have created a mini studio at my fingertips,
Markers, pens, colored pencils and small sketch books
Having things within easy reach means that when I sit down to relax or watch TV, I can sketch away…
I keep magazines nearby too, flipping through the pages and sketching small snippets and patterns of things that catch my eye
A MacKenzie-Childs catalog is a treasure trove for me…
So many whimsical subjects and patterns
The frog prince was drawn with pencil, then colored and inked with markers, colored pencil and pen
By combining marker and colored pencil you can create wonderful shading
I am trying to master writing with a new pen that has a flexible calligraphy nib, but I have a lot of practicing to do with that…
This side table holds a tray big enough to corral necessities, flanked by an additional Nora Fleming utensil holder donning a carrot for the season
The sketch books are easily stored there too
I like the spiral bound Canson 5.5 x 8.5 inch universal sketch book, and I also have a notebook, Burst of Color, with blank pages from my Society6 Shop
It’s a great size to tuck in your bag for sketching, jotting down lists, notes…
and how about a Bacon Double Cheeseburger Notebook for recipe ideas 🍔
This quick sketch with ink and marker helped me formulate the design for a small glass vase
You can see an easy tutorial for painting small roses here
There’s even enough room on my tray for the vase of flowers
The “m” mug {Anthropologie} was given to me by Superboy & Big E, so it’s a valued treasure
It’s amazing what you can accomplish with a little organization…
Super artist sale going on now thru Sunday at Society6
Use the promo code below for 20% off and free shipping in my Society6 shop here
https://society6.com/paintedapron?promo=DVG92YJWBXYM
Be Fearless!
Juicy Details
I recommend Prismacolor Double End Markers, they come in a ton of colors, with a large end and a finer tip end
You can buy a set of 12 here or 24 here
Use archival ink pens to prevent your ink lines from bleeding, like this fantastic set of Black Masters Markers Micro Pens, 16 different sizes and tips, available here
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I will be joining these fabulous parties and blogs:
Rustic and Refined, Between Naps on the Porch, Celebrate and Decorate,
Coastal Charm, Cooking and Crafting with J&J, The Scoop, A Stroll Thru Life
Lori’s Culinary Creations, Moonlight and Mason Jars
Full Plate Thursday Foodie Friday & Everything Else
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