Papers for Colored Pencil

 

Colored Pencil Tips & Techniques:

Papers for Colored Pencil

It's All About Colored Pencils!

As a colored pencil artist, I have explored and experimented with many different types of paper. Not just any type of paper can hold up to many layers of colored pencil. In addition, some types of drawing papers do not hold up very well to solvents or colorless blenders. There are many types of drawing papers on the market, with different surfaces. Below is a list of the types of drawing papers I have used over the years. As you will see, there are many types of drawing surfaces. Some work well with colored pencils, and others do not so well. However, my advice is to explore and experiment until you discover that perfect paper that meets your needs and requirements. I recommend that you get an acid-free or archival paper or one that has been treated with neutralized acids to help slow down the yellowing and deterioration of the paper. To read more about acid-free paper visit Wikipedia

Drawing Papers

Rising Stonehenge - comes in black, white, warm white, tan, gray and cream colors. It is my favorite paper to work on as it is very durable and can handle lots of layers of color. The colorless blender pencils and colorless blender markers work well on this type of paper. It is 100% cotton and every sheet is acid-free and buffered with calcium carbonate to help.

Canson Mi Tientes - comes in a variety of lightfast colors. You want to use the smooth side of this paper or your pencil leads will get eaten up quickly. Canson doesn't take as many layers as Stonehenge, but the variety of colors allows one to create unique pieces with striking effects. The colorless blender pencils work best on this paper, but Colorless Blender Markers work well on it too. Canson Mi-Teintes papers are made from medium weight 100% pure rag. Canson Mi-Teintes papers are available in various size pads and sheets.

Strathmore Bristol Smooth 400 series - has a smooth surface, can use blenders and a fair amount of layers of color. It is Acid-free. The toothy texture of the regular (vellum) surface works well with pencil, charcoal and pastel. The smooth surface is ideal for detailed ink work and is great for color pencil and marker.

Strathmore 300 Series Charcoal Paper, Strathmore 400 Series Charcoal Paper, and Strathmore 500 Series Charcoal Paper - comes in a variety of colors. Can use the smooth or textured side, depending on the technique or style you are wanting to achieve. The blender pencils and blender markers work well on this paper. Strathmore charcoal paper is a very durable, acid-free, 100% cotton fiber paper that is great for colored pencil.

Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Paper - The colorless blender pencils and colorless blender markers work well on this paper. Strathmore drawing paper is acid-free, 100% cotton paper and works well with colored pencil.

Rising Drawing Bristol Plate - has smooth surface, great with blenders and allows fair amount of layers of color.

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Paper Surfaces

Hot Press (Plate or Smooth) - smooth surface with very little tooth.

Cold Press (Vellum or Regular) - rough or textured surface. This type of paper tends to eat up pencils quickly.

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Happy Fourth of July

 

Photomanipulation by Carol Moore

Happy Fourth of July! I am so thankful to live in the United States of America. God has truly blessed this nation. Although, at times in these past few years, it may seem we do not have much to celebrate, but we do have a lot to celebrate. We can celebrate and praise God that we still have our freedoms and rights. We are still in the land of the free and home of the brave. Many men and women have died fighting for our rights and freedoms, and I stand proudly and salute those who did, and I salute our flag. America represents so many things, and despite the division presently being forced upon us, we are all united under this great country. When the storm hits the shore or when the fires are ablaze, we always manage to step up and be there to help one another. Perhaps we have forgotten that because we are all too busy fighting, yelling, and tearing each other apart over different politics, beliefs, and ideologies. John Quincy Adams wrote to his wife and stated this in his letter to her “A Constitution of Government once changed from Freedom, can never be restored. Liberty, once lost, is lost forever.” My hope and prayer is for those who wish to give up their freedoms due to fear or lack of knowledge that you are awaken to the truth and realize just how precious our freedom is. Our forefathers did. And as Benjamin Franklin said, "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." We must never give up our rights or our freedoms. 

New Photos

It has been a while since I posted any new artwork or photos. I have not had much time lately to photograph, draw, or paint. Perhaps later this year, I will get a chance too. I hope you enjoy the few photos I do have to share from earlier this spring.

Borage

Iris

Lupine

Wish you all a blessed and safe holiday!

God Bless,

Mt. Hood and Oregon's 2021 Winter Storm

Mt. Hood Area

Winter is one of my favorite seasons. I love how when the sun breaks out during the golden hours across a snowy landscape enriched with various colors. It can be quite breathtaking as one takes in all this beauty that God has created. 

Our first stop a couple of weeks ago was Jonsrud Viewpoint Park. The park is located north of Highway 26 on Bluff Road in Sandy, Oregon. The view of Mt. Hood and the Sandy River Valley is magnificent.     

Jonsrud Viewpoint

 

Moving on up Hwy 26 we stopped at several of the bunny slopes to let Kumori out to play in the snow. 

A couple of ravens huddled together in the cold.

My Family.

Oregon Winter Storm

Since late Christmas evening, we have been hit with a winter storm with temperatures in the 30s and accumulating at least 4 inches or more of snow, depending on where you live. It's a delightful, rare occurrence, and I daresay we had to go on an adventure amidst the white winter wonderland.

I pray you all had an amazing blessed Christmas and I pray that your New Year is filled with many blessings, joy, and peace. 

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Happy Veterans Day and New Cards!

 

Happy Veterans Day!

Today is a day to honor the men and women who have served in our armed services. These are men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving our country and protecting our freedoms.

I thank God for our servicemen and servicewomen and all the freedoms that we presently have. There are no words that can express the deep gratitude that I have for our veterans who have left their families and bravely faced dangers against radical terrorists, tyrants, and dictators to earn freedom for other countries, as well as our own. 

Thank you for all that you have done!

New Cards

I have newly designed cards available at my Zazzle store. These are just a few.

Praying for You Greeting Card
by mooresart

Christian Encouragement Greeting Card
by mooresart

Christian Sympathy Greeting Card
by mooresart

Pray you all have a blessed week!

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