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Drawing DIY Hack: Why I Prefer MDF Over Traditional Drawing Boards
Discovering MDF as the perfect alternative to traditional drawing boards, offering a healthier, safer, and customizable solution for artist.

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Unlocking the Power of Light and Use of Lines: Halftone & Notan are Essential Takeaways for Artists
Learn how halftones, notan & light quality shape stories & moods in drawings. Every stroke counts!

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The Art of Storytelling: How to Guide Your Viewer's Eye with Found Edges
Master the art of storytelling in painting by using 'found edges' to guide the viewer's eye & create visual flow.

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Travel Sketchpads and Journaling: Tips for Drawing with Your Journal ... Strathmore and Hahnemuhle Nostalgia Sketchpads
Discover how to combine art, writing, & travel with the right sketchpad & techniques in our latest blog post #drawingsketchpads

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My Top-Tier Travel Kit: Why Prisma Color Kneaded Eraser Reigns Supreme
Discover my go-to kneaded eraser: Prisma Color. The secret to keeping your travel kit fresh & clean. #ArtEssentials #PrismaColor

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The Secret to Sharpening Charcoal: Tips from Art Secret Studio
Save money on sharpeners & nitro pads by using 150 grit sandpaper to sharpen charcoal, creating a precise point at home!

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The Power of Measuring: Unlocking Confidence in Your Drawing with Kabob Sticks (Yes!)
Unlocking confidence in your drawing with simple measuring techniques & everyday objects. #ArtSecrets #MeasuringInDrawing

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Guide to Choosing the Perfect Sketch Paper: Strathmore 300, 400, and 500 Series
The Strathmore 300 series is ideal for artists seeking forgiveness, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use.


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What Makes a Great Graphite Art Pencil?
Master graphite drawing with Faber Castell's 9000 series! Explore pencil nuances for varying values and textures with light and dark.


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The Art of Classical Drawing
Learn the secrets of classical drawing from a professional artist. Discover how to use color, measurement, edges, and the influence of great
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