My NEW Favorite Way to Blend Colored Pencils!

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  • Опубліковано 1 сер 2024
  • I was recently researching ingredients found in many colored pencils and came across paraffin. This got me thinking…can you blend colored pencils with it? So I decided to give it a try! Watch me compare several different solvents and mediums to paraffin oil to see which one is the best at blending colored pencils. I compare it to Odorless Mineral Spirits, Rubbing Alcohol, Petroleum Jelly and Baby Oil.
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    00:00:00 Intro
    00:00:45 Luminance Giveaway Details
    00:02:08 What is a Solvent?
    00:04:22 What is Paraffin?
    00:06:24 Testing Solvents & Mediums
    00:07:42 Testing Odorless Mineral Spirits on 3 Layers
    00:10:38 Testing Rubbing Alcohol on 3 Layers
    00:11:28 Testing Petroleum Jelly on 3 Layers
    00:12:16 Testing Baby Oil on 3 Layers
    00:13:11 Testing Paraffin on 3 Layers
    00:14:30 Repeating the Tests on a Light to Dark Gradient
    00:15:30 Repeating the Tests in a Color Mixing Scenario
    00:16:40 Repeating the Tests to Remove White of Paper
    00:18:15 Repeating the Tests on a Pre-Treated Swatch
    00:23:52 Results & Recommendations
    00:27:38 Final Thoughts
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    • @Bkline122
      @Bkline122 Рік тому +1

      Happy New Year!

    • @joellzey
      @joellzey Рік тому

      ❤Thanks for this very informative video
      I learned so much. Thanks again!!

    • @studioravencraft8457
      @studioravencraft8457 Рік тому +1

      Thank you.

  • @Blick_Art
    @Blick_Art Рік тому +13

    This thorough, side-by-side evaluation of blending media for pencils was fascinating! We asked one of our art materials information specialists about using paraffin oil with colored pencils, and they said that non-drying oils similar to paraffin oil impart permanent softness essential to oil pastel, and they thought adding paraffin oil to colored pencil would functionally convert the pencil lead into something more like oil pastel. They thought this technique would work best on a heavy paper or absorbent board, so that the oil could be absorbed and the medium could firm up and solidify, since it wouldn't "cure' like oil paint. They suggested using glassine paper between drawings in storage to prevent transferring oil stains to other artwork.

    • @ColoringBliss
      @ColoringBliss  Рік тому +4

      Thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights. They were very valuable and informative. FYI…I was pleased to find that after a few days, the paraffin oil test swatches dried well. I plan to do a follow up video where I can do even more in-depth tests. I will be sure to keep in mind your recommendations. Thanks again.

    • @Blick_Art
      @Blick_Art Рік тому +4

      @@ColoringBliss Our pleasure! If you test these techniques on different papers, we'd love to know which ones worked best!

    • @Greenfuego
      @Greenfuego Рік тому

      @@ColoringBliss that was one of my questions, how well did it dry, how long it took, etc

  • @sofiapol5745
    @sofiapol5745 6 місяців тому +5

    Mineral oil and paraffin is the same, the active ingredient of baby oil. And they are the liquid form of vaseline. But, in the beauty industry is another ingredient that works like oil (oil-disolve-oil) and like mineral spirits, who works and then evaporate. Is cyclomethicone silicone. Is light and volatile. When dries, left nothing behind. I keep a jar (with a sponge inside, so I can control the amount) saturated with cyclomethicone and I use either q tip or brush. I, even, make a blender marker with this. I hope that helps someone. ( Here,in Greece, I bought it for about 5 euros/100ml). Happy coloring.

  • @anamera4016
    @anamera4016 Рік тому +3

    So nice of you to take the time to show all these products! Thank you!

  • @allisonhicks2170
    @allisonhicks2170 Рік тому +4

    This is so helpful. Love seeing your precious pooch join you on your videos, both seen and heard!

  • @theresabaker9189
    @theresabaker9189 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for such a thorough and precise demonstration! I learned so much

  • @tzerpa9446
    @tzerpa9446 7 місяців тому +2

    You can get mineral oil at the laxative section, so it won't have perfumes or additives added, unlike baby oil.

  • @Rockymtnbloom
    @Rockymtnbloom Рік тому +3

    I really enjoy your experiments and reviews on products and techniques. Thank you!

  • @msbuttercup2073
    @msbuttercup2073 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for doing this. 💗 I appreciate your tutorial videos. Keep doing what you do!

  • @dinacarroll9211
    @dinacarroll9211 Рік тому +4

    Such an informative video. I love product comparisons. Your tests were great. I’ll be watching many more of your videos.

  • @denisebrodrick5382
    @denisebrodrick5382 Рік тому

    Wow eye opening techniques here…….. can’t wait to try!!!! Thank so much Jennifer 😊

  • @beachygirl66
    @beachygirl66 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for demonstrating the different blending solutions. Truly amazing.

    • @patboyd1587
      @patboyd1587 Рік тому

      Really nice demo. What kind of pencils are those?

  • @moyke3
    @moyke3 Рік тому

    I'm glad you're willing to experiment. It's so helpful!

  • @JerobaJerboa
    @JerobaJerboa Рік тому +3

    This is awesome! I've never thought or hear of using liquid blenders, I've only ever know the little colorless blend pencil. I'm gonna have to try this next time. Thank you!

  • @LynBell
    @LynBell Рік тому

    Thanks for trialing all these! I am just getting into colouring

  • @debbiefinklang1097
    @debbiefinklang1097 Рік тому +3

    This was an awesome demo, even for us novice colored pencil artists. Please keep the good information coming!

  • @mariewinterhalter9058
    @mariewinterhalter9058 Рік тому

    Thank you for the demonstration. Enjoyed your tutorial.

  • @joanneruppen1141
    @joanneruppen1141 Рік тому

    Beautiful. So many options

  • @jenniferlewis9248
    @jenniferlewis9248 Рік тому

    Wow. Thanks for showing this. I have never seen this done before

  • @margaretwilson2006
    @margaretwilson2006 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for all your videos, they help us a great deal.

  • @janielitchford9353
    @janielitchford9353 Рік тому

    Awesome! Always love learning new stuff

  • @thebriarpatch9564
    @thebriarpatch9564 Рік тому

    This is a fantastic comparison, thank you so much for sharing!

  • @pixiecora2212
    @pixiecora2212 Рік тому

    Great info! I had no idea about this so I am excited to try it. Thanks!

  • @pmacorky
    @pmacorky Рік тому +11

    Langridge’s Solvent 75 is an alternative to Gamsol lowest toxicity. Your application of the Gamsol would have been better if you dipped the paper stump a bit longer before using it

  • @deedillon9409
    @deedillon9409 Рік тому

    WOW! That was a great demonstration.
    Thank you

  • @ladyrg5040
    @ladyrg5040 Рік тому

    I have always stated, that every informational video you post I learn something new. Thank you so much. Hugs from Chicago!!

  • @lauriemegonnigil1449
    @lauriemegonnigil1449 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for such an informative video! My granddaughter and I love to color together and we will experiment with some of these options. Would love to see another video using some of the other "blender" choices you mentioned!

  • @ScrappyStephy
    @ScrappyStephy Рік тому

    very thorough in your testing Jennifer, I love this!

  • @kashleyky
    @kashleyky Рік тому +1

    That was a great idea!!! 😮❤ I am going to try some of these out! Thank you!!

  • @maylynncupp6653
    @maylynncupp6653 Рік тому +2

    Great comparison and wow I would of never thought to use paraffin I really like it when you put it down first then color over it. It looks so smooth thank you for doing this.

  • @PaperPearls24
    @PaperPearls24 Рік тому

    Thank you for the great info. It looks promising. I've been playing with different mediums but always come back to colored pencils. Love your videos Jennifer.

  • @marymcdermed3680
    @marymcdermed3680 Рік тому

    Great. Just great! Thanks.

  • @amigos42008
    @amigos42008 Рік тому

    Very thorough testing chart, thank you

  • @aprilturner2300
    @aprilturner2300 Рік тому

    Those are all great ideas. I've wanted to blend better than just the pencil blender. I'm very excited to try these. Jennifer thank you very much for the great info. I've enjoyed watching your videos for a long time.

  • @jeraldbaxter3532
    @jeraldbaxter3532 8 місяців тому

    Thank you! The video is very well organized and presented!😊

  • @kayfurnish8715
    @kayfurnish8715 Рік тому +5

    I've always used Gamsol with a blending stump which works much better than a brush, but I'm going to try the Paraffin Oil. I really like the results you got with that. Never would I use baby oil because the smell (just like baby powder) reminds me of changing dirty diapers (LOL). It's important to note that Gamsol is an ARTIST grade odorless mineral spirit, not the type you buy at Home Depot. Thanks for the research & testing. Saves us a lot of time when you do it for us!

  • @susanavenir
    @susanavenir Рік тому +24

    I've used Gambol before - as well as blender pens and pencils - but you've now gotten me very interested in other possibilities, Jennifer. Maybe the most intriguing possibility is pre-treating the paper! Hours of experimentation to follow. Thank you!!!

    • @ritaventura6459
      @ritaventura6459 Рік тому

      Thank you for the lesson. I appreciate the science behind the art. 😊🎨

  • @elizabethvarnadoe420
    @elizabethvarnadoe420 Рік тому

    Very interesting . Thanks for trying these for blending.

  • @miriamrivera3742
    @miriamrivera3742 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for your awesome videos!!!! I love this video! Every day I take time to learn something new about color pencils and you are my Professor!!!! I absolutely love the way you explain everything. May God continue to bless you and your family! 🌻

  • @susanmiranda5177
    @susanmiranda5177 Рік тому +1

    I’m a beginner with color pencils so this is a wealth of information for me! Thank you for sharing the knowledge.😊

  • @susanneidlinger4664
    @susanneidlinger4664 Рік тому +2

    I love this video. I would like more videos on blending.

  • @charmaineconnolly4261
    @charmaineconnolly4261 Рік тому

    Wow that is a fabulous video with great knowledge thrown at us. Thank you so much.

  • @cswan1541
    @cswan1541 Рік тому

    Interesting comparisons. Thanks. Will be trying these soon.

  • @sgraham4533
    @sgraham4533 Рік тому +2

    Great info! I’ve never really experimented with different solvents. I’m looking forward to trying this on my next piece. 😊

  • @s.e.hebert7307
    @s.e.hebert7307 Рік тому +6

    Love that you're discussing chemistry today -- gooooo Art SCIENCE!! I love the chapters that are included now in all your videos!

  • @kathy3112
    @kathy3112 Рік тому

    Wow. So excited I found your channel. Makes me want to try my colored pencils again! Thank you!!

  • @lyndalseaton9777
    @lyndalseaton9777 Рік тому +1

    Happy new year Jennifer, I have used zest it to help blend many mediums, I too bought mine from jacksons. Love that you are exploring all types of products to successfully blend coloured pencils

  • @sharonmitchell5583
    @sharonmitchell5583 Рік тому

    Nice comparison! Thank you!

  • @karendavis-macon9658
    @karendavis-macon9658 Рік тому

    Thank you for your curiosity in using different blendables!! Great teachable moment!! Love your FYI videos!!

  • @carolaasen9345
    @carolaasen9345 Рік тому

    Oh my stars Jennifer, once again you've helped this old gal out with your creativity! I'll give it a try❣

  • @galemckiddy5120
    @galemckiddy5120 Рік тому

    So glad I found you! Thanks so much for these great ideas!

  • @janmay3817
    @janmay3817 Рік тому

    ❤❤Love all your work… blending is something that I struggle with but keep practicing!

  • @Yolanda_draws
    @Yolanda_draws Рік тому

    Very interesting, I will try this. Thanks for these new techniques 😊

  • @caroljatkowski4740
    @caroljatkowski4740 Рік тому

    Thank you for demonstrating these products so throughly. Can't wait to get back to my pencils ! I've used Gambol in the past, but I just ordered the Paraffin oil.

  • @andreasomerville5180
    @andreasomerville5180 Рік тому

    Awesome video Jennifer, I love the way you went through different media for color pencils.. This makes me really want to pull out my color pencils and try what I just saw you working with and other medias mentioned in the chat. Great Job! {I will be re-watching this again)

  • @janetsavard3452
    @janetsavard3452 Рік тому

    Thank you, interesting results!

  • @paulapayne592
    @paulapayne592 Рік тому

    Great lesson. Thanks.

  • @dorothyayotte283
    @dorothyayotte283 Рік тому

    Thank you for your teaching and inspiration. I am very interested in learning more!

  • @LDYERED
    @LDYERED 11 місяців тому

    Thank you!!

  • @janicehumphreys7644
    @janicehumphreys7644 Рік тому

    I really enjoyed this video. Thank you Jennifer. I also wanted to say how much I love your hair! It is styled beautifully but the color is magnificent. Thank you for the inspiration 😊

  • @valleygirl3194
    @valleygirl3194 Рік тому

    Very interesting video, thank you for taking the time to test all those products.

  • @sherrikent6628
    @sherrikent6628 Рік тому

    Great tips, thanks so much!

  • @rosysalazar4397
    @rosysalazar4397 Рік тому

    Thanks for your value classes. I enjoyed to much your video,

  • @nicole8469
    @nicole8469 Рік тому +23

    Amazing! Thank you Jennifer for doing the hard work. I’ve used coconut oil to blend but it really didn’t have that much of difference between the vaseline and baby oil. It did make my page smell yummy.😋 😂

  • @eileensnyder7356
    @eileensnyder7356 Рік тому

    Thank you, Jennifer! I will try the paraffin oil, and coconut oil. Great tips.

  • @courbry123
    @courbry123 Рік тому +8

    I love how much time you and Steve put into your research. I have only tried Gamasol and that was years ago. Lately I have been using a colorless alcohol marker.

    • @Snickerszn
      @Snickerszn 7 місяців тому

      I have been using alcohol marker also to blend prismas works a little for sure.

  • @lagunamangano
    @lagunamangano Рік тому +1

    I am so excited that I came across your youtube page. I have joined and look so forward to learning much more about colored pencils. I love the way they look and have not used any for a long time, but it has been on my mind to find someone on youtube, so my wish was answered. 😀

  • @carloshaun7297
    @carloshaun7297 Рік тому

    Interesting! Thank you for your testing!

  • @shannonlundgrenphillipssmi9645

    I would love to see a video with other types of mediums to use with colored pencils. Thanks for the videos!

  • @astridgarcia888
    @astridgarcia888 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this review!

  • @candacespees7040
    @candacespees7040 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for the information. It will definitely improve my pencil skills.

  • @sherizapara2992
    @sherizapara2992 Рік тому

    Great tips!! Thanks

  • @ritabjerstedt7386
    @ritabjerstedt7386 Рік тому

    Wow love this huge box of colored pencils

  • @dianehinson2170
    @dianehinson2170 Рік тому

    Thanks for this information and doing all the testing. I have only ever used water but looking forward to experimenting now

  • @brianacpratt
    @brianacpratt Рік тому

    Thank you for doing this!!!

  • @maybee...
    @maybee... Рік тому

    Thank you for doing this.

  • @KT-rl1dy
    @KT-rl1dy Рік тому

    Thank you so much. I did not know any of this.

  • @joymiller9668
    @joymiller9668 Рік тому

    Aww I had headphones in and could hear rose snoozing away... sooo adorable

  • @diannhulen710
    @diannhulen710 Рік тому

    Thanks Jennifer 😊

  • @janettecole1844
    @janettecole1844 Рік тому

    Thanks for the demonstration. Great information. My daughter is in art and would find this info very useful as well.

  • @Totally_Tiffanie
    @Totally_Tiffanie Рік тому

    Thank you for giving use artist awesome tips and tricks! You have upped my art game

  • @giftshoppe2
    @giftshoppe2 Рік тому

    I have really enjoyed learning from you about the different products to use with prismacolor pencils. I have always preferred them over other medias. Thank you for all the information. I am going to go back and watch more of your videos. Linda A.

  • @shirleywilhelm1495
    @shirleywilhelm1495 Рік тому

    I enjoyed this video! Thank you for sharing this with us!

  • @dreamitimagineitcreateit
    @dreamitimagineitcreateit Рік тому +1

    This was amazing thank you for sharing this information ❤️

  • @allexgirl
    @allexgirl Рік тому

    OMG! How Very Interesting! I have used Blender pens, but that's it. I can't wait to show my Granddaughters! Thank you so much for all that do for us! God Bless.

  • @vickilee6335
    @vickilee6335 Рік тому

    This was very helpful. Thanks!

  • @jeannettesmith5492
    @jeannettesmith5492 Рік тому

    Your video has pEaked my interest in trying colored pencils. Thank you.

  • @christianelutz8134
    @christianelutz8134 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @carolpruett1340
    @carolpruett1340 Рік тому

    As always, LOTS of good advice. Thanks

  • @babssewpro4698
    @babssewpro4698 Рік тому

    Wonderful….thanks

  • @sheffi01008631
    @sheffi01008631 Рік тому +2

    I love your style of teaching! Subbed right away.

  • @maria41772003
    @maria41772003 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your input, I like the alcohol because of the fast drying. Thank you again it was a nice outlook to different products.

  • @lindajones7815
    @lindajones7815 Рік тому +2

    I learned a lot from this video. I especially like how your voice comes across in the video. So many times the presenter has an accent that is difficult understand or the person talks too fast. Thank You.

  • @MzWriteNow
    @MzWriteNow Рік тому

    I love this! You've given me some great ideas.

  • @TruerNorthDesign
    @TruerNorthDesign Рік тому

    Thank you - I'm liking the unscented element. I am surprised at the alcohol outcome. Thank you for for taking time to make and present this info.

  • @cindydavis8443
    @cindydavis8443 Рік тому +1

    I’ve resisted solvent and oils because I work mostly in books and didn’t want to ruin them. But for Christmas I got papers to try that would feed through my printer and purchased downloaded art off Etsy as I wanted to work in more mediums. Now I will breakdown and give the parison oil a try as well! Thanks for the info!!!

  • @loisswartz5716
    @loisswartz5716 Рік тому

    Very interest demonstration. I’ll have to pull out my ol’ stash of colored pencils and give this a try!!

  • @willaborge4824
    @willaborge4824 Рік тому +1

    I have been watching your videos for at least 5 years now. I have learned so much! Now I just need to learn how to create more time to color and destress. 🙂

  • @deborahruggiero4192
    @deborahruggiero4192 Рік тому +1

    This has been so informative. Thank you so much. I am new to using color pencils and I am hooked! I have subscribed and will be thoroughly checking out your channel. Again, thanks so much for your time and effort. I’m going to try out the coconut oil and olive oil myself. I don’t have really good pencils so I’m hoping to see some improvements on the paper!

  • @pammartin7917
    @pammartin7917 Рік тому

    Great information. Thanks for sharing.