When many people think of art, they tend to think in terms of watercolor, oil or even charcoal. However, the depth of color and painting effects able to be achieved with colored pencils have won over ...

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This video demonstrates effective methods for blending colored pencils to produce smooth, even gradients. Find out how to achieve polished effects and improve the quality of your drawing projects with ...

Colored pencils are a great art tool for kids both big and small. It allows them to refine their motor skills and encourages their imaginations to run wild. Unlike markers, colored pencils don’t bleed ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Laura Fenton After considering dozens of colored-pencil sets and spending six ...

Adults getting into the coloring craze may find it tricky to create beautiful works of art. Here are some tips to take your coloring book pages from preschool to Picasso. Photo/Video: Carly Marsh/The ...

For artists, students, kids, and even just everyday doodlers, colored pencils are an essential desktop item. Having spent seven years of my life studying the pencil as an object and selling it to ...

The art of coloring has recently experienced a renaissance of sorts and expanded beyond a childhood pastime into the mainstream. The hobby has been formally recognized for its numerous health benefits ...

While talking to a bunch of artists I admire for a piece about the best drawing pencils, it became clear that, for the most part, the relationship between artist and drawing tool is as personal as ...