21 Nov 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Do you get graphite and charcoal all over your hands while drawing? It can be really frustrating to keep leaving your art table to wash them.
Here are two really simple ways that you can clean your hands during an art session—making both charcoal and graphite more fun for you!
Learn how to do this here and see how it elevates your design.
9 May 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Modern mind loves all things neat and tidy. So while charcoal sticks are fun to use, our modern mind sometimes finds it hard to use them at their full potential.
Find out the best way to use charcoal sticks here and learn other tricks for getting great results.
25 Apr 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Charcoal and acrylic paint should never mix…right? Wrong! There is actually a really creative technique you can use with these two mediums.
Check out this video to find out what it is, and take your acrylic underpaintings to a new level.
26 Oct 2023 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Sometimes before adding fixative, you can lose some of your dark charcoal, pastel, or graphite pigment. Thankfully, adding fixative doesn’t have to be the final step. There is a way to enhance your painting after adding fixative. Watch this video to find out what it is and how to do it.
19 Oct 2023 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Applying fixative is a crucial process but it can seem quite complicated. Check out this video to learn all the tips you need to apply it correctly on the first try.