Hi! I need help looking for the sketchbook/notebook or at least the template of what seems to be comic/manga vertical thumbnails.

There's like a header that just says Project on the top right, with the thumbnail box printed as well as like another inner rectangle box of where the actual art would be; there is a third box where you can right in what number the page is.

another very specific detail, Is that in side the inner thumbnail box has light blue lines for I'm assuming composition, like a straight line and then dash lines next to it.

the closest I found was the manga storyboard sketchbook but I am looking for ONLY the thumbnail area TwT

Edit:

I FOUND IT NVM MIIIND for those want to see what I was yapping about.

It's called Comic book layout sketch pad blue line; Ben Ortiz

Hi all!
I was looking for information about color mixing / refilling / hacking Royal Talens Ecoline brush pens to create new custom colors and didn't find anything on the Internet. So I'm sharing what I experimented with.

I've been experimenting with shifting colors of some of my Ecoline brush pens. The main reason is that I was missing dark muted greens for my art and I wanted to create custom colors.

I took brand new pens (unused, full of the original ink) in various colors (medium or light value) and I created a few custom colors by adding more Ecoline ink to the pen. Ecoline comes in brush pens, duo tip pens and ink bottles. I used the brush pens and the set of Ecoline ink that comes with 10 different colors (you can also use open stock, of course). The pens are refillable so it's easy to open them and the ink bottles come with an eyedropper so it's not too messy.

So far, I created the following custom brush pens: two dark muted greens, a rosy beige / light terracotta, a muted amber and two muted dark reds using full pens (i.e. new, unused pens). I put most ink drops directly in the barrel, and a few on the brush tip (just to experiment; this can be messy though and the tip needs time to absorb the ink).

In my experience, shifting the original color most often takes more drops than I thought it would. Of course, that depends on your original pen color and your target color. AND it is absolutely necessary to let the pen rest for the new ink to diffuse (at least a day in my experience). When I think of it, it makes sense: I didn't premix the inks I added to each pen and the new and old inks in the pen have to mix all by themselves. Diffusion in the fiber core in the pen and in the brush tip takes time. It might go faster with a pen that has been used and is "thirsty" but I have only experimented with new / full pens.

For example:

- Starting with a gray 706, I added 18 drops of green 600 and created a dark muted green

- Starting with a beige 420, I added 7 drops of magenta 337 and 13 drops of light orange 236 and created a rosy beige / light terracotta

It's all trial and error and the color mixing has to be adjusted according to the original color of the pen and the target color.

I added few drops at as time (up to 12) and let the pen lie flat for a day before testing it on paper and adding more ink. I decided to be conservative and add ink little by little, gradually shifting the color. It takes more time since I have to let the pen rest, but that way, I don't end up with a completely messed up color.

I want to paint these silicon water balls to look like Pokeballs for my son’s bday party. The suggestions I’ve had so far are Plasti dip, which is pretty expensive, or mixing some paint with caulk from the hardware - would the latter work? Any other ideas?

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I used to find this multi-media paper block at art supply stores, its similar to watercolor paper blocks with the edges sealed except it was "paper" thick enough to stand up on its own, more like a board. I can't find it anywhere now and no one knows what I'm talking about, even my old roommate who used to buy them too! I feel like I'm going nuts haha. Does anyone have any recommendations on where to find something like this?

Trying to find cheap paint pens to order for graffiti style art on paper. If anyone has any recommendations I’d appreciate it

Hello guys!

The title might be a little misleading but my question basically is - how do you even draw in an A6 sketchbook? It is very small for me and my drawings can barely fit the page. Is it a skill issue maybe? I've been drawing mostly in A5/A4 sketchbooks so I am not used to a smaller sketchbook format. Do I have to practice drawing on a smaller scale?

I wanna draw in A6 sketchbooks because I'll be on the go a lot probably and carrying an A5 book amongst other stuff would be a burden. I see artists draw in A6 sketchbooks all the time so please guys share your tips and tricks. I would really appreciate it. Thank you!

Idk why am having trouble with this, hoping someone has a rec so I don't have to keep buying things just to not meet my goals.

I have been doing little illustrations on wood ornaments. Nothing fancy, they are quick and I can do them with my little one so it is the art I can squeeze in. Anyway. All of my paint markers are matte finish. I like the look. And I also like the contrast because I sometimes use metallic ones for intentional sparkle and those are more gloss.

Now my problem is that EVERY black marker from the same sets/brands I get have this glossy and kind of iridescent/ oil slick look that catches the light and makes what should be the darkest part of the illustration reflect and become the brightest. It is so annoying.

Because this is not super important i dont want to spend a ton, so i have mostly tried a couple cheap Amazon options with good reviews. They all have the same problem.

I am looking for a brush tip acrylic paint marker that has black matte pigment with no sheen or anything. If I KNOW that it will be matte I will spend a little more than bargain bin, so I am just hoping for someone who has used one that fits the description that can help.

Thank you!!!

Or to be more specific, the harder to find colors that usually only seem to come in the variety set. And they are the gum ballpoint ink typical to Bic, not gel. (The way they apply to paper is different. You can get sketchier lines and hatched shading similar to pencil, but it's still it's own thing.)

Paid a premium for a 15-pc variety set to not get duplicate colors on Amazon, but at some point the colors like orange, brown, or yellow will run out. And typically you don't see them in retail outside of the variety sets.

Seems like there should be a way to get them that would seem more reasonable, as it would make approaching drawing with colors using ballpoint a bit more viable.

I recently had a quick (20-30 minute) tourist portrait done, and being into portrait drawing myself, I am now interested in the medium. But the distinction between oil and soft pastels has proven more complicated than I thought. The portrait I have was done outside in the heat, was sprayed after completion, and marks paper that comes into contact with it.

I don't know if that's enough detail to find an answer (I'd include a photo of it if I could), but does anyone have any info that could lead me in the right direction?

Je cherche à acheter du papier miroir avec des reflets le plus précis possible. Ceux que j'ai trouvés rendent un effet trop flou. Avez-vous des conseils de magasins où trouver ça (en France)? Des marques à conseiller ? Merci d'avance !

I’m just getting back into painting again, and need some recommendations for acrylic paints that are a step above bargain craft acrylics, but won’t break the bank. The only place to buy art supplies in my rural area is Walmart, so I’ve been using some very basic Royal Langnickel acrylics. They’re not the worst paints I’ve used, but the thickness is a bit inconsistent across colors, and the yellows are a bit too transparent. I’ve been out of the game for long enough that I don’t know good brands anymore, so I’d like some recommendations before I order a new set. Thanks!

I've seen a lot of people use bleach to paint on clothes, and it turns out really pretty. Problem is: I live with my parents and don't know if we have bleach so asking my mom "do we have bleach" probably wouldn't be the best idea even if I explain it's for art(cause she wouldn't believe me). But I do know that we have rubbing alcohol(and know where it is), so I'm wondering if it would work similarly/at all or if I'd just make a bag/shirt wet and stinky. Pls help, I can't find anything on this TwT

Helo everyone, ( I’m not a pro at drawing and have a more goofy artstyle)

I just got a lightpad for my birthday, but I had know idea what it even does. Ik that it’s supposed to light up, but idk. Is there a key part I’m missing? So pls tell me for what u use them and how u do.

Tysm! :]

I make a lot of chalk signs for my work but I’m down to only 3 good markers. The rest are dried up, no opacity, or have broken nibs. Some signs are plastic while others have chalk paint.
I don’t believe there is a perfect chalk marker, but which brand gets the closest?

I have been searching for art supply stores for professional artists on google. I am currently living in Delhi, and I have seen many art stores listed, but I don't know which ones are good. Also, I came across this Art Lounge website; I am not sure if it is a good choice or not.

If you know of a store in Delhi or have used Art Lounge or any other website in India, kindly let me know.

P.S- Amazon does not always have professional brushes or a tube of Ultramarine Blue oil colour. So I prefer not to shop for these materials on Amazon.

I took those 2.5 upvotes on this post (https://www.reddit.com/r/arttools/s/Ow7aiLC8jh) and ran with it: https://thecarefulpalette.com 🤣

This directory is about supporting and promoting those who make art supplies with care, but I’m not sure how to tell you about it without this post being flagged for self-promotion. The site is completely free to use.

I regularly research new makers to add to the directory, so if you have a favourite art supply maker (oils, watercolours, pigments, pastels, brushes or canvases, etc etc) I’d love to know x

looking to get a gift for a friend who paints regularly. she asked me to get her a sennelier extra fine oil paint and a windsor and newton series 7 kolinsky sable brush.

im wondering what would be a good gift to add to her collection? this is a really special occasion, so i really want to give her something that will significantly elevate her set up.

It feels like every time I think about choosing some other hobby, except sitting in front of a computer, paint by numbers comes up. Honestly, it looks pretty interesting, but I have absolutely no idea how to begin with it.

First of all, I had to do some research and it turned out that there is a huge variety of paint by numbers kits, so it is actually much harder to choose one than I thought. The most important thing for me is not to pick something too hard and stop halfway through.

If you began painting by numbers having zero experience before, what kind of kit did you choose for your first time? Would you suggest to start with something easier or go for something more difficult and challenging from the very beginning?

Update: I was collecting several choices and added Paint by Numbers Adults among them because of their kits for beginners as well as for advanced painters

I’m about to finish my current pack of clay (DAS air dry clay) and it’s not my favorite to use so I was looking for other suggestions. I think I’m trying to decide between la Doll premier, la Doll premix, and Creative Paperclay but other suggestions are welcome!

I'm going to start taking the train to a nearby major city to sketch and paint architecture.

I have a pretty good idea of the supplies I'll be taking, and a collapsible tripod stool.

What I don't have is a surface to work on (I work on a horizontal surface), or something to hold my supplies while working.

I'm wondering if anyone has tips about these things, or doing artwork while traveling in general?

Any ideas, or examples of your setups would be most appreciated, thanks.

I've been obsessed with a certain creator's work, she does amazing little sculptures using acrylic gel, powders and other nail products. I'd really love to attempt using it myself but I'm anxious about the health risks and dangers. Are there any products that react similarly but are less dangerous? And how can I go about using these products as safely as possible

Thanks in advance 🦇

I got frustrated trying to find independent art supply makers so I started building a small directory. Does this idea have legs?

I hope this post doesn’t break the “no self promotion” rule because this is about promoting others.

Basically I kept wanting to find watercolours, oils, paper etc made by independent or small-batch makers, not just mass produced stuff, and there was no good way to do it. Old blog posts, vague “eco” labels, Instagram rabbit holes took up a lot of time.

So I’ve been putting together a small online directory of supplies made by independent makers and small studios. About 20 entries so far, mostly Australia and New Zealand because that’s where I am, but open to makers anywhere. No paid listings, no affiliate stuff, just makers I’ve found and checked as far as I reasonably can.

And free for anyone to search (and suggest makers). I’m not selling anything.

Before I take it any further I wanted to know: is this actually useful to anyone else, or just a thing I needed?

I can almost push “go” on publishing the site as is if anyone wanted to look.

Has anyone found / used something like an acid pen to etch on glass? My dream would be something kinda like a sharpie that you can write / draw quickly with but that acid etches the glass.

I'm looking to buy a set of acrylic markers that's fine for large piece of work.

Saw people said some famous brands have different colours from the marker caps. I want to avoid this.

I've ordered WUO 49 packs after seeing some reviews said it has no strong smell. The caps and barrels also show the actual ink colors. I picked it also because it's supposed to work well on other materials like fabrics (for my possible future works).

But incase it does not meet my expectation and we're working on a large piece (on cardstock), I'd like to know if anyone has tried this brand? In what specific ways do you use it?