A 10 Minute Watercolor Pencil Feather (Step by Step)
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- Watercolor pencils often feel underwhelming…but they have their moments. Let’s get into it!
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I created some cute art on some whitewashed wooden door hangars I bought at Hobby Lobby, using the Inktense pencils. Once they’re activated with water, then dry, the ink is permanent and lightfast. So perfect for a artsy or monogrammed wood project. They also work on fabric!
Ooh my gosh wow!! I’m soooo on that!!
@@KristyRice Seriously, they’re the most versatile water soluble pencils out there due to their strong inkyness! 🥰 I have them stored on my watercolor shelf instead of my colored pencil shelf!
And if you need to move the pigment around a bit after is dried, you can use something alcohol based, or even just alcohol, and they'll reactivate just like watercolor, but dry back down to permanent ink.
Inktense are the only watercolor type pencils I've ever used besides my water soluble graphite pencils, and probably the only ones I ever will, I'm spoiled now 😂
@@pettiestbettyart Yes they do really well on thinner paper using colorless alcohol blending pens. Amazing 🤩
@@pettiestbettyart do your water soluble graphite pencils contain a slight coloration with the graphite?
Tip: save the pigment you get after sharpening your pencils. Remove the wood pieces, put that pigment on a palette, add water and dissolve it. You get the pigment ready to use on paper.
Ohhh my head! Love this!!
Thank you for this information :)
Definately, no point wasting that pigment. I have been saving the shavings for years because it's still good stuff. 😊. Glad I'm not the only one.
I also save the pigment shavings of Prismacolor pencils, or the broken leads ( so common with the premier soft cores), with a bit of thinner you can create something similar to “liquid pencil”.
Done that, and you're right. I have a set of waterbrushes filled with that shaving solution (mixed colors, turn out kinda taupe/sepia tinted). Didn't bother to remove the wood, just soaked it all in water and strained the mixture to remove the shaving residue.
I usually use my wc pencils to sketch anything I need to. Then I can blend out instead of trying to erase graphite pencil marks!
I love this and need to start doing it!
Marcy I do that too it's great that I don't have to erase everything just blends.
That’s exactly what I do 😀
thats what I do, and for marking out dot mandala patterns too.
That's kinda genius, I wish I'd have thought to use my inktense for that before I got my faber-castell aquarelle graphite pencils to do the same thing. 🤦🏽♀️ I do use them for regular sketches too though, so not a total waste lol
I LOVE water color pencils!
I always use a light blue watercolor pencil for the outline drawing for watercolor + watercolor pencil drawings. This color doesn't mix with the colors you use later on and the outlines "disappear" as soon as you paint over them... mistakes are no big deal, because they also disappear in the painting
Yes, this!!!
I have a large set of Inktense pencils I have never used, so it was great to watch you use them. I’d love to see some florals done with these pencils. Thank you! 😍
Okay so you’re going to use them tomorrow then right?? 😉😘
Dont cherish your supplies like that! They’re meant to be used and loved! Take chances, make mistakes- just learn from them!
@@nokiot9 Haha! Great point! Thanks. 😍
I've never had an art class. I started my art journey with a #2 pencil and a fine point pen. I doodled on everything at every opportunity for literally years. Abot six years ago I decided I wanted to add color. I tried colored pencils first, but they are so waxy and not at all easy to blend like graphite. I didn't enjoy any of the brands I tried. So, I tried oil pastels. They were about as easy to blend as color crayons. I detested them. So, I tried dry pastels, and I loved how I could move, blend, and shade with them as if they were graphite, but they didn't cling to the paper and faded without treating them with a fixative. Then, I tried Faber Castell Albrecht Dürer watercolor pencils, and I find them perfect! They are dry enough to draw, blend, and shade when dry, not waxy or oily at all, and I can paint with them wet on wet, wet on dry straight from the pencil or applying them to a paper pallet first. I am now learning about watercolor paints, (I bought cmyk+ white in Renesans tubes then blende them into a rainbow of colors. Having so much fun learning the flowing, blooming beauty from you. I am looking forward to combining all the things I have learned into some mixed media.
Renegade! Pencil dipper. Love it.
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I have these ink intense....time to get them out and play! Thank you and appreciated!
❤😊I’m a Pen & Ink artist and love 💓drawing with black ink on white, smooth Bristol paper. One client asked if I would do a watercolor wash over the drawing and she loved it and so did I. But I didn’t like using the colored pencils and I didn’t want to invest in expensive watercolor paints as I didn’t know anything about them. Then Derwent Inktense was brought to my attention! 🥰😍It was love at first use! I, also, purchased the Inktense blocks and use the Caran d’ Ache palette to help create liquid ink. I, also, prefer the Caran d’ Ache neocolor ii’s to watercolor. I’ll be checking out your other videos for your wonderful tips and tricks! Thank you, 💐 Fran Have a fabulous weekend!
I agree. I never can find a pencil I love no matter what the price is..
I love inktense - I have the pencils and the blocks and the pan paints. They are vibrant and because they are ink based - I always start with inktense & then can layer over the top without it bleeding. Love them......
@annehebert6959 Thanks for your tip!
Caren d'ache makes a board for their neocolor 2 that is designed so you can rub it on and activate with water then pick up the colour and use it like regular watercolour. These boards work just as well on any watercolour pencils and allows you to use the colour with the same freedom as regular paints. I highly recommend this if you want watercolour pencils to have the same beautiful brush strokes and blending as paints.
I just bought the Caren d'ache Neocolor ll water-reactive crayons and I'm in LOVE!!
Watercolor pencils, so glad to hear about inktense pencils versus regular watercolors pencils! Good tip, and the feather demonstration was perfect! I always need your voice to encourage me! Thanks it’s like your are right here in my space! Thanks so I’m OK to use many ways to create! Karen Dirmish
Glad it was helpful!
Just a friendly FYI, Inktense are NOT ink based.... nor are they " dried ink ".
Straight from Derwents website. There is an entire section about these pencils, and they are technically watercolor pencils, made exactly like all the other water pencils.
They are made of the same exact pigments that they use in ALL of Derwents colored pencils and watercolor pencils, pastel pencils... etc etc. " Derwent Inktense pencils are watercolor pencils with a unique binder that allows the pigment to behave, and act like INK. The are INK LIKE with our unique binder, revolutionizing our watercolor pencils "
Hope this clears up this myth/rumor that they are " ink based " pencils. OOOO5h and they are lighfast too, well... some are, and some colors aren't... just like every colored pencil/ watercolor pencil set. That is another rumor that they aren't lighfast because they " are made of/with non-lightfast ink " ... i know exactly whom got this making its round on here , but I'll remain silent on that part lol. Hope this clears up these bad rumors! and for any doubters... go to Derwents website, click on the Inktense, scroll down and it's all there! Have a good one 👍 😊
This this this! Thank you for sharing! I’ve been told the exact opposites by countless. Needed to research deeper apparently!!!
I found some in some old art supplies I had. I haven't ever used them and it's difficult to find tutorials on them thank you. I feel inspired to try them!
I think it depends on the kind of art one is trying to create. I love my Inktense pencils. I have nearly filled a 3 x 5 Paul Reubens 100% cotton hot press sketchbook with studies of sea creatures. I haven't found the pencils limiting at all. I have a shark that I must have done 5 or 6 layers of color on and he's amazing! One of the best things about the Inktense is that the color is permanent. You cannot lift it if you decide to add regular watercolor on top. I love to use ink on top of the dry painting and then a little bit of regular color pencil to boost highlights and shadows. I could use the Inktense for that, but I enjoy using regular color pencil. Do what makes you happy is my motto.
I think I need to get mine onto some good hot press! I’d probably feel better about them then lol!!
Ink tense pencils are GRAND!
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I love the vibrant colors you get with inktense, will have to dig them out and play again. Waiting on my Kristy’s brushes that I ordered to finally try out a dagger brush to add to my watercolor fun!
Yay!!
I love Faber-Castell Albrecht Dürer, they just blend out so seemlessly. 😊 I can take or leave Derwent Inktense as I find it very unforgiving where rewetting/lifting is concerned. I love how we're all so particular about our individual art supplies. 😊
Thanks for sharing! Its good to know what we like, lol!
I like Inktense pencils because they don't lift. I guess everyone has their own preferences.
Agree! I'm wondering if she has ever tried these because there truly is no other watercolor pencil that comes close.
It's nice to know our art preferences, as you are more productive while doing what you like. Personaly, I only tried regular watercolor pencils, so I don't know if I will prefer these or the inktense (yet) but I know I loved water soluble pencils way more than oil based pencils (even thouth I will still use and have more experience with the permanent ones). So for me it's the contrary 😅
LOVE that feather! I'm out of art supply storage space, (I have a LOT of supplies!) so I'll have to see what I can do with my Derwent watercolor pencils. I do have Intense blocks I often use as a watercolor pallet - so it's time to experiment. BTW - I've seen a number of online tutorials where they dip the pencil in the water so you're not alone in saying 'yes' where others say 'no' :D Thank you, Kristy.
I love the timing of this video. I recently got this set and have been playing with it. Can't wait to try some of this.
Awesome!
My favorite thing about the inktense is how vibrant you can get the colors to be. That and with very thin layers you can build up the most amazing highlights or shadows without having to worry about it lifting on later layers. I tend to use the blocks more than the pencils. (like watercolor pans) but recently got the studio set which I'm leaning towards more. Very fun project. 😁
Oh man now I need the blocks!!
Using blocks of inktense is one of my goals to try! I think I’d love the shapes and textures I’d get with them, like pastel sticks, but bearable to use! (I love the shapes and textures of chalk pastels, but I HATE the feeling of chalk pastel, like nails on chalkboard for me… *shudder*.) I’m currently trying some pan pastel as a new art medium for fun in between my watercolors and ink drawings and all of the other random things I play with! They are fun, but learning them isn’t very easy. You get some really cool textures with the tools with those, it’s like charcoal or pastel but without the feeling.
I also have Faber Castell Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils that are fun to play around with, I wish I had more colors, because I love bringing them on outdoor outings to sketch with with only bringing a water brush with me. Sometimes it’s easier to get the look I want with the pencils than with my regular watercolors. I’ve been wanting to try the inktense pencils too, since they’re permanent when dry…could lead to some interesting play.
Inktense are amazing! I love them.
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I’m loving this. Getting out the intense now! Thanks!
I love watercolor pencils. The pigment is rich in some brands. Great for details especially grass.
Thanks for the tips. Beautiful feather
Thank you!!
I agree i love mine for doing outlines and blending colors and details
When I was a little kid I would dip my watercoluor pencils in water because I liked the creamy texture I'd get from them, when it come to art I don't think anyone can really say DON'T! Rules in art I think are really just standards and also guidelines but they shouldn't govern our think. And that's why I enjoy your videos so much Kristy, you think outside the box and you're not afraid to share and help others in their art journeys too :) keep up the good work! :D
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I really enjoy my inktense pencils although I only have a few.
your feather is fabulous! Thank you again for a really uplifting and inspiring video.
love watercolor pencils... thanks for the tutorial
You bet!!
Thank you! This is just what I needed at this point. Went through the watercolor pencils I had stored away (not using, out of frustration) but really wanted to try again. Still frustrated. I like the texture but wanted a better blend. This morning I happened upon your video and now I have the answer I needed. Get me some Inktense! Love this mix of techniques you used. Love. Love. Love. Thank you.
You are so welcome!
I like to use them for outdoor nature sketching with watercolor washes and then add the details. They’re portable and easy to activate with a water brush when you’re outside.
I love my Inktense and yet don't really know how to watercolor. I have mostly only used them for colouring books. I would like to learn how to paint with them, since artists like yourself always produce such beautiful pieces with these pencils.
This was a new way to use color pencils for me. I will definitely try this.
Wonderful!
I would use watercolor pencil for doing my sketch, but not for general painting. I also would use them wet for adding fine details at the end.
I love my Inktense pencils. The color is permanent so when I layer I don’t mess up the under layer with the water from an over layer. I absolutely love your feather. I have not used them in this way before. I can’t wait to try this method. I just got your brush set.
Kristi's brush set is my very favorite!!
I do have 5 Derwent intense watercolor pencils that was gifted to me and another set of watercolor pencils that I have not touched it in a while. I swatched it and that's it... I have no idea how to incorporate it with watercolor and this video of yours is excellent example of how to use watercolor pencil. And Yes I also dipped the pencil in the water when I was swatching it out of curiosity. :) oh em gee!!! :) Seeing your own watercolor palette was a delight! It's like a teaser! That neon color oh joy!!! I hope it will be out soon... 🙏
I’m so glad I’m not the only one dipping!
Some time ago, I bought a cheap WC pencil set from Amazon. I quit using it for the very reasons you mentioned! I'm going to try your methods--but I have Derwent WC pencils in my Art Supplies list on Amazon... I have the Prismacolor sharpener, but if the Faber Castell one is better...I'll get that! Hmmm, maybe I should save up for the 24 color set!
Wow I love how your feather looks! I have just started using watercolor pencils. I just took an online class doing various flowers and was extremely pleased & surprised by how smooth & blended my pencils worked. I have a 24 set of Winsor & Newton Watercolor Pencils. Have heard about the Inktense Pencils but haven’t bought them to try yet. Thanks for sharing this with us.
So glad you’re enjoying them! Thanks for watching!!
@@KristyRice You are welcome.
Love your videos. Thank you for sharing with us
You are so welcome!
I love Derwent Inktense ‘Watercolor’ Pencils and would to see more techniques using them, such as watercolor over Inktense and Inktense over watercolor layering and shading. To me, my watercoloring always seem to dry with no depth. I would love to see some florals and still lifes using both.
Kristy,
I love your videos and words of encouragement! It is awesome to see you, and others, sharing your passions and talents with us! Thank you so very much!!!
Thanks for being here!
I love the intense pencils. The color is amazing!!
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OMG I never thought of using my inktense pencils with watercolour but YES! I'm a new subscriber and I'm learning so much. But gotta stop watching so much and paint more 🙄🤣🤭 P.S. I'm also a dipper🤩
Dippers unite!!!! XO
This is so special! 🧑🏻🎨🎨🥰
Awww thanks :)
I would love to watch you paint a peacock feather this way.
Oooh I need to do that!!
My friend Kristy I have several set’s of Watercolor pencils but never understood what to do with them. I have mentioned in many of my comments that I just can’t find your paints and brush sets. Please help me (if you can) I bought the set to go with your journal and man I really would love your tin of color. You make so many of us better artists thank you so much 😊
Have you tried faber castell albrecht durer? And caran dache museum aquarelle? They are the best in my opinion and are very creamy and buttery! I prefer watercolor to watercolor pencils but I like to take my pencils with a watercolor brush when I am traveling in the car. It’s much less messy than watercolor. I’ve not tried inktense but have heard good things about them. But as far as watercolor pencils go ~ try the ones I mentioned. They are the best and so amazing.
No I’ve not tried either of those!! It’s time!!
Give them a try. I think you will like them! If you lived by me I’d let you try mine! 😄
Amazing drawing, lovely artwork!😍😍
Thank you so much 😀
That was a good tutorial I have these pencils and never thought about dipping them in water first, also have Caran d'ache and can relate Exactly to crayon marks on paper 😬 will have to put them in water or test on a wet surface Thank you Oh ps. Your brush set is Great 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Oh, I LOVE these! They weren't the first watercolor pencils I played with, but they've become my favorite. I accidentally bought one, Paynes Grey, thinking it was Coloursoft, with a different body color. When I used it the first time, I thought, "Oh, this feels like a Sennelier pastel." After all, it's soft, buttery, and the color is so easy to lay down. A week later, I was flipping through UA-cams looking for Derwent - and learned the truth about my favorite color pencil. Correction: WATERcolor pencil. I tried it with water, and I danced and giggled and called up my best friend to tell her about it. I'm not going back to other brands if I don't have to.
Oooh, I love this story :)
They're in my cart with your palette and gouache paints🙌😬😇 come ON already payday😂😂
LMAO! Love those! They’re the only water soluble pencils I use too! 👊🏼
Just received a set of Albrecht Durer WC pencils and will try feathers ❣️
On the edge of my seat waiting to be able to order your palette 🤞🏼
Hope you enjoy it!
Great video Kristy and thank you for the suggestion to try inktense pencils ✏ 😀
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Thanks!!!!
Love this! I would like to learn more about using Inktense pencils. Please do more tutorials using them. Thank you so much!!
You got it!
Your videos make me feel less anxious(:
I’m sooooo glad!!
I toooo only like Derwent inktense……. I use on fabric!
Good to know!
Please consider turning off the music.
Thanks for the feedback.
Inktense are my favorite too. I wish they would add more shades.
Me too!
I have the 72 sets in pencils and blocks. Though it is a bit heavy on greens and blues. I think there's 80 shades in total when you add the 7 new colors from the studio or pan sets. But those aren't available in the pencils or blocks.
@@After40Art I have the 72 set and blocks too. I just recently got the 24 pan set and the pastel one. I don't know which colors are new it would be great if they made a 120 pencil set I use them the most. I have the Faber Castell and Caran d 'Ache museum wc pencils but I like Inktense better.
@@lunakat7020 the new colors in the 24 pans are mango, bright orange, mid ultramarine, dark plum, racing green, burnt yellow ochre, and kiwi oh and natural brown so 8 in total. Then there's 5 pans i dont have cause I think they are from a dif set but still inktense. Scarlet, tangerine, light olive, sepia ink and French ultramarine. Both scarlet and French ultramarine would be new. I suppose if they gave us more yellows and oranges, a few more pinks, browns and neutrals 120 would be awsome. But then I'd have to buy a whole new set lol
@@After40Art Thank you so much for the color names, they can make a 48 pk of new colors for us 😊 They added to the Chromaflow now I have to get the rest of the set.
It may be the quality of your watercolour pencils which is giving you trouble. Faber castell Albrecht Durer watercolour pencils are wonderful. I also love my intense. Cheap ones are a waste of money, in my opinion. They are like cheap watercolour paints, ok-ish for basic or practise artwork, but dont blend or dissolve well.
Thanks for the tips!
Inktense are so intense have set.of 100, and 72 great to use just trying the Caran de arche pencils and Fabercastel watercolour pencils all nice to use.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the nice video, I have only a bunch of cheap watercolor pencil, they were my intro into real watercolor and following your instruction I even created with them a featherlike object. 🙂 I live in Germany and watched a video, where a lady used watercolor pencil to fake granulation. She rubbed them on a piece of sandpaper onto a wet surface and one can use a knive as well and gently scratch the tip of the pencil. You get the perfect granulation, neither Schmincke nor Daniel Smith watercolors achieve. No need of buying them😉, a little bit kidding.
Thanks so much :)
Thank you for the demo. I have tried quality brand watercolor pencils and always end up disappointed and wondering why anyone bothers with them. Im not a fan of colored pencils either, so maybe thats why. I was eager to see how you used the Inktense. I still dont get it. You did beautiful lines with the liner brush! Also, if you havent tried Daniel Smiths Watercolor Sticks, please do! You can use them to add intense pigment by using it as a pencil/crayon or dab them with your paint brush, or cut a piece off to place in your palette. Im sure there are more ways…and you get a ton of paint in the stick for the price. Portability is added bonus. Thanks again.
There's a moment in the video where I address the "why not just stick with the liner". I have quite a few supplies, the inktense pencils being the perfect example, that for me have VERY limited use but are super helpful and magical in very specific situations :) I'm suuuuper curious about the DS pigment sticks!
Tim Holtz came out with some interesting pigment wordless pencils. I will send you the link to his launch if you wish. I have not tried them
I've gotten the 72 set of derwent inktense and 60 set of albrecht durer and honestly, they're not all that. I mean I'm glad I have em in case I ever feel the urge but it seems every time I've used em it's been meh. I really enjoy how YOU use them though. I hadn't thought about this way. Maybe I'll try it sometime when I'm done with this current graphite phase I'm now going through.
Have you tried the Stabilo aquarelle pencil yet?? They are fantastic, but only a few colors...black is great to add the lines at the end and when you wet it....watch it bloom!! Also great for adding to journaling and other paper crafts💖
Yay! Those are the pencils I have! So glad to see you do something with them!
(Can you give a link for that pencil sharpenen? Thanks!)
Here is the link!
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It's worth trying different papers. Some don't leave those lines on. It's useful to have a textured chopping board as a palette to make bigger washes or mix colours. Inktense are also great as an underpainting, giving you a layer that wont mix or lift.
I had a super decent set of WC pencils from like 2015 ish and lemme tell you I wish I could remember the brand name bc they got the job done 🤗 but also even if I could remember, I prefer actual watercolor paints 🎨 😆
I haven't found any art supply I don't love except acrylic paint. Maybe there's a fun way to use that, too, but my wallet is cool with it. 😅
Hahahahha! Yeah I always find a way to love ‘em
I like to touch my wet brush to the tip of the pencil, pick up pigment and paint with it.
That sounds fun!
I am an intermediate mixed media hobbyist who bought Inktense when I was a beginner. At the time I could never figure out how to use them because I felt like they did not work enough like a pencil or a watercolor to get my project to look like I wanted,(blending out, dear me that was a disaster at first). So they sit on my shelf. Four years later I have progressed so I will have to try them again. I am confused with your segment with the fine liner brush. Did you dip that in watercolor or inktense? I like the inktense pans better, I think its just because my mind is already set that they are going to have a limited wet on wet time instead of trying to use a pencil. I use both colored and pastel pencils (which can be activated with watercolor for simple effects) with a passion and often tint or tone with watercolor (but always from a pan, not a pencil).
Have you tried the Tim holtz distress pencils? Thanks for the video.
I haven’t but have had a few people ask me to try them out! @timholtz needs to send me some!! Lol!
not crazy about watercolor pencils, probably because the ones I purchased are the cheaper brand and not very vibrant. I would like to try the Inktense pencils though, see if I might like them better.
Yesss I miss the vibrancy of traditional watercolor pencils
Where is the video mentioned at the end of this one? I couldn’t find the link, sorry. Thanks so much!
Hi. Where did you find your pencil sharpener I’m at my wits end here in Tasmania Australia, we are rather light on with art supplies in general, I have purchased dozens of different sharpeners, they all work the first few times then they blunt off, and chew their pencils and yukkkk? I would love some advice, and how do you sharpen them hmmm. Thankyou , i love your channel . Mj
I suck at general watercolors...that's why I have all the sets of watercolor pencils, but i don't like the texture they leave. I would love the look of regular watercolors with the control of pencils. They say you need 10.000 hours to learn a new skill...I feel I've tried 10.000 years already =( I just suck!!
Love your approach to art though...spontaneous and loose...I'm just to perfectionistic about like everything.
I'm almost 70... a beginner with watercolor... at first I played with watercolors on paper and was fascinated by the watercolors & how they seem to move by their own minds... I have a desire for it to look a certain way - and swoosh --- there it goes, doing its own thing HA!!! BUT, after a few attempts at flowers 💐 and seascapes (just blending blues and greens) things started going wonky!!! I couldn't duplicate the same flower again!!! So yes, I became a watcher... Kristy has a great way to entice you to try again - & again. So, wherever your adventures lead, I pray for encouragement! I watch someone ... not into watercolor... but she is so uplifting... love her too. Keep the positives in your world! With love, from a California Gramma ❤️
Ooo I love my watercolor pencils! I love the control they give and how easy I find it is to blend the colors.Granted it is "different strokes for different folks" The only drawback I have with them is that the colors aren't labeled like acrylic colors i.e. Mars black, titanium white ect. So I spend a lot of time trying to figure out colors. Also I have never used Dewernt so I don't know how they work.
I do love the control for sure!
What is the name of your pencil sharpener and where can I purchase it? Love you videos and your nails
Inltense is different!
Yes!!!
I make a complete mess of myself with the inktense blocks! Just wondering if they’d be good as a glaze over a green alexandrine parrot I painted. Colour needs a bit of brightening up..
I’ve never used the blocks, need to try
Please ...paint a gorgeous peacock 💙
Okay okay :)
Kristy, how/where can I get your "Painting for joy's sake" paint pallette? I must have it! I'm addicted to your videos, love your style and appreciate how you encourage us. God bless you, girl
Coming very soon, like two weeks!
Anxiously waiting g for this palette!!
I just got mine. In the mail yesterday. OMGOSH!!! The tin is heavy as compared to another mini set my grandson has. The difference in pigmentation between the two sets is dramatic. I have the brushes so now I am ready to play! I have 4 Inktense pencils that I can add to the fun. I'm going to try that feather!
Have you tried Caran D’Ache museum Aquarelle pencils? I LOVE THEM! I have inktense blocks.. Gonna good do something with them now.. 😊
I feel like I may have a set of those tucked away somewhere. Need to go digging!
Hi Kristy
Im loving your videos, Thank you for sharing. I was wondering if you could explain why people say not to dip the inktense pencils in water and use. Once I know this then I can make an informed decision on how I use them. Thank you 🥰xxx
Repeated dipping in water can send moisture up the shaft of the pencil causing the pigment to break down ex.
@@KristyRice Thank you Kristy 🥰xxx
Finally got the guts to watch this due to the title. But thought maybe you shared likes and less than liking. Yet I am writing to ask if you might think about reviewing The new Tim Holtz watercolor pencils. Would love your opinion. I am intrigued by those. But idk. I'm just a novice. Thank you for all your work to help teach us all things watercolor. Also. Still very early to listen to as many teachers are not. Take care. Peace and love.....
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Why are you not supposed to dip watercolor pencils in water?
I think the moisture can creep back up the “lead” and deep into the wood
if the wood gets soaked it can expand and split (cabinet maker here) but I wouldnt think a quick dip in water right on the tip and then being allowed to dry in the air would be an issue. I wouldnt dry them in bright sunlight though, as quick contraction could also be an issue.
Any updates on your paints?
We’re sending them off to Amazon this week. Then they have to process in their system before we can “launch”. Soooo close!!
What is that glorious bright neon yellow? 💛
That is a color on my new set coming soon to Amazon!
I started with watercolour pencil, and I struggled with watercolour! My favourite w/c pencils are Faber Castell Albrecht Dürer.
I have since tried the Inktense and was not excited by them 😄
Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for this! I was wondering how to use watercolor pencils. The Inktense pencils look like they would be better for coloring books, too. I do have a question. Do you have a link for that pencil sharpener? Every handheld pencil sharpener I have tried is basically crap. I would love to have a functional one.
And Amazon finally has your brushes! Just ordered them. Can't wait for tomorrow.
I do have a link!
Here it is : www.amazon.com/dp/B08BJBBH9N?tag=onamzmomental-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08BJBBH9N&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.11AQ8JJ80OLL9
I love my intktense.Have had multiple watercolor pencils and I don't like them. I had Arteza, Marco Raffines and others. Just bot for me. Gave them away to my daughter who cam not tell a good pencil from another.
Thanks for sharing!
I have a problem keeping my work wet while painting. I think I'm too slow and it dries before I'm done. I know sometimes you want that, but I can't seem to keep it damp enough when I need it to.
What type of paper are you using? And where do you live (climate)?
@@KristyRice I am using watercolor paper cold press textured. I do live in a dry climate in western Idaho.
NGL.... I cringed every single time you dipped.... I could never do that to my precious babies! 😜😂
Most of your better pencils are wax based...watercolors are a bit different but still wax based I think
Omg! I hate them too! Maybe I’ll tru inktense.
Just saw your watercolor dot cards on your fb page, are they your homemade watercolors? 🤍
No, they are samples from other brands :)