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How to Mix Colours in Pastel

How to Mix Colours in Pastel

8 Dec 2025 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Want to create a pastel artwork with a wide range of colors? I guarantee that you don’t have to go out and buy a million pastel sticks.

Instead, let me teach you three methods for color mixing! In this video, I’ll introduce color mixing theory, but for my full course, visit zenartart.com.au.

How to Clean Charcoal Dust Off Your Hands

How to Clean Charcoal Dust Off Your Hands

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.

How to Draw the Upper Body

How to Draw the Upper Body

25 Jul 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Looking for a simple way to draw the upper body? Drawing people can be really challenging, but it’s all about getting the right shapes.

To draw a human, you want to start with your head and your torso. Check out this video to learn the shapes that will elevate your portraits.

How to Perfect Proportion

How to Perfect Proportion

20 Jun 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you struggle to get the right proportions when you’re drawing? The secret is to measure—but not with a ruler!

Check out how to do this here and you’ll be amazed at how your drawings improve.

How to Mix Colours in Pastel

How to Mix Colours in Pastel

13 Jun 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Want to create a pastel artwork with a wide range of colors? I guarantee that you don’t have to go out and buy a million pastel sticks.

Instead, let me teach you three methods for color mixing! In this video, I’ll introduce color mixing theory, but for my full course, visit zenartart.com.au.

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