Secret Weapon for Pencil Drawing

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    Powdered graphite allows an artist to create smooth transitions of value and shading without visible pencil lines and without having to smudge with a finger. When powdered graphite is used in a drawing, the artist can use the eraser as a mark-making tool for lighter values, while still using the pencil for darker tones. This helps to encourage the development of a full range of value in the drawing.
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  • @ElizabethBattle
    @ElizabethBattle Рік тому +105

    I introduced powdered graphite to my drawing students a couple of years ago. We used graphite sold as lubricant from the hardware store. Very cheap. The students really liked working with it.

    • @lopamudraray4571
      @lopamudraray4571 Рік тому +8

      Hope they are safe if inhaled!

    • @leif1075
      @leif1075 Рік тому

      Can we buy it at Michael's art store or elsewhere?

    • @kazumasatou6256
      @kazumasatou6256 Рік тому

      You put your students at risk of death im not joking. Go check the list of potential problems when using graphite powdere lubricant thats not used for art, its a few things among them death if it gets in the airways. Dont cheap out when it comes to health & safety.

    • @RrocoRocks
      @RrocoRocks Рік тому

      P😮😮p😮😮😮😮😮😮p😮😅p😮p😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮pppp😮😮😢pp😢 10:04

    • @sherrytelle
      @sherrytelle 7 місяців тому

      @@leif1075 never buy art supplies at Michaels, you will inevitably pay more and get an inferior product even with their "discounts"

  • @randywilliams847
    @randywilliams847 Місяць тому +3

    You have the best instructional videos on UA-cam. Period.

  • @brittanywilliams5420
    @brittanywilliams5420 Місяць тому +1

    I just tried this, since I'm struggling with portraits atm, and holy crap! Nvr going back to the way I was doing it! Absolutely amazing!

  • @lindalangeheine5787
    @lindalangeheine5787 Рік тому +54

    I use cosmetic sponges to move the powder around the page. Works beautifully for portraits.

    • @kathysterndahl3134
      @kathysterndahl3134 Рік тому +4

      Ha ha! I just learned a valuable lesson… never use powdered graphite near a ceiling fan! That stuff flies everywhere with the gentlest of breezes.

    • @denkerdunsmuir3370
      @denkerdunsmuir3370 Місяць тому +1

      Me, too! Those little sponges are fun to use throughout my mixed media practice -- fluid and dry.

  • @anorphan5711
    @anorphan5711 Рік тому +44

    Nice! this also works with soft pastels, compressed charcoal sticks, and graphite sticks. I also just use a knife to scrape off the graphite onto a paper and use a brush to blend it.

  • @sanne2145
    @sanne2145 Рік тому +8

    As a kid I discovered that when I sharped my pencil, I could make shadows and clouds with the powder graphite that comes of... I recently starting drawing again and often I remember that I already did things as a child... Kids really have such creative minds to create

  • @hyperguyver2
    @hyperguyver2 Рік тому +6

    Powdered graphite is also something we use in prop making to give a gunmetal finish to items like weapons, and to weather items like armor and equipment to make it look worn and dirty.

  • @j.mbarlow5952
    @j.mbarlow5952 Рік тому +13

    I've been toning my entire piece of paper for ages, I didn't realize it was actually an established technique! This powdered graphite thing is a fantastic idea, I will definitely try it out. Thanks!

  • @Danika_Nadzan
    @Danika_Nadzan Рік тому +38

    Wow! I always learn something amazing from your videos! I just started drawing 2 years ago, and pencil is my favorite; I would never have thought of doing this. Your drawings using this technique are stunning! Thank you so much for sharing your talents and knowledge with us! (from Philadelphia area)

  • @charlottesmom
    @charlottesmom 2 місяці тому +2

    I have a jar of graphite powder somewhere in my collection of drawing paraphernalia, gotta dig it out and play!

  • @abigailhumes4608
    @abigailhumes4608 Рік тому +6

    I am back. Yes, I am in your course, but had a shoulder injury and haven't "been around" in a couple of months. I am anxious to get back into the course and your weekly demonstrations. It is good to your face, Matt.

  • @TheKalakariTimes
    @TheKalakariTimes Рік тому +2

    Hello...... I am from India. Your videos are fantastic...

  • @kevincarson9795
    @kevincarson9795 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the info! The background music also had some tasty grooves!

  • @daniellesublime
    @daniellesublime 2 місяці тому +1

    Fantastic. This is precisely the information I've been lacking. Thank you!

  • @LauraBCReyna
    @LauraBCReyna Рік тому +1

    Learned abt graphite powder yrs ago & keep forgetting abt it. I have some woodless graphite sticks I never use & can shave down. Thanks!

  • @rickhenry1833
    @rickhenry1833 Рік тому +4

    I regret that my Art Instructor at college didn't cover graphite media. This is a big game changer for me. Thanks for an extraordinary experience.

  • @indigodande4345
    @indigodande4345 Рік тому +2

    I would even dare to suggest to keep a spritz bottle / fine mist sprayer handy with 90% alcohol like pastel artists. Use it to seal the powder thats already on the paper and then add next layer.

  • @natalieanderson7732
    @natalieanderson7732 Рік тому +6

    WOW! I had no idea this was possible. I love pencil drawing. This is a whole other way to use graphite. I can't wait to give it a try.

    • @gemmamulkearns2297
      @gemmamulkearns2297 10 місяців тому

      Loving graphite powder. Will definitely do more work with graphite

  • @nongreaterthnHE
    @nongreaterthnHE 5 місяців тому +1

    So awesome 👍. Thank you so much for your tutorials. I've been drawing for so long and with ADHD and no formal schooling this truly inspires and helps me. It's refreshing to know that some techniques I use, like using pencil shavings, are actually real and I could've learned to do a lot earlier had I not been so hard headed...😂 God bless 🙏

  • @tonym994
    @tonym994 Рік тому

    the drinking glass is brilliant .black & white is beautiful. of course, when I see that big brush covered in graphite clouding up the whole picture, I wanna scream, but I know the outcome will be great. jellyfish resemble parachutes. I'd rather encounter a parachute. thank you, for another invaluable lesson.

  • @GarnetLynne
    @GarnetLynne Рік тому +1

    I've been using powder graphic from my staedtler sharpener for quite some time. cool!

  • @kdcraft89
    @kdcraft89 Рік тому +1

    Wow! I've had some of this for a while but never used it. (Got it at a garage sale). I will try it tomorrow. Fabulous!

  • @sarahdeason493
    @sarahdeason493 28 днів тому

    Excellent Tutorial ❤

  • @sunnysnod7483
    @sunnysnod7483 Рік тому +1

    Powdered graphite what a break through for me. I also paint so this method really speaks to me, this I can get my head around, thank you. I struggle to get depth and smooth tones with pencils, this will really help.

  • @rosejames1436
    @rosejames1436 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for a great introduction to a new technique!

  • @purplerider2362
    @purplerider2362 Рік тому +1

    I just started drawing in 2020 when I turned 40. Thank u

  • @nighthawksblues3081
    @nighthawksblues3081 Рік тому

    This fellow Matt is really cute. He gives good art advice too!

  • @heartsource417
    @heartsource417 Рік тому +3

    I love this. Thank you. I cannot wait to try this! You are a wonderful artist! Wow.

  • @meeraahuja1594
    @meeraahuja1594 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing the graphite techniques

  • @lizmacdonnell1234
    @lizmacdonnell1234 Рік тому +1

    Love watching your tips and lectures. Thank you!

  • @BDFRHT
    @BDFRHT Рік тому

    Absolutely fantastic artwork!!!

  • @sherrytelle
    @sherrytelle 7 місяців тому

    Best video on powdered graphite I have found! Introduced the water soluble powdered graphite to my students yesterday, wish I had seen this first!

  • @user-gt8oj1bc2z
    @user-gt8oj1bc2z 7 місяців тому

    I dearly love this technique. Love the push/pull of graphite. Brings me great pleasure.

  • @wyominggirl2835
    @wyominggirl2835 Рік тому +3

    Wow thank you! I am so glad to come across this channel! This just solved so many issues I have had drawing!

  • @deborahnolan9360
    @deborahnolan9360 Рік тому

    Thanks so much, Matt!

  • @airplayn
    @airplayn Рік тому

    Brilliant!

  • @maryshilpa4904
    @maryshilpa4904 6 місяців тому

    wow it so simple to understand , i'm beginner but it way too useful for me to see in broader way to see pictures and try my drawing

  • @koiturnbull5700
    @koiturnbull5700 Рік тому

    Thank You!! I will try this approach

  • @MefeiesT
    @MefeiesT Рік тому +1

    Thx for the video. I have to admit this Jellyfish Looks sooooo good ❤🎉

  • @mikederasmo7621
    @mikederasmo7621 Рік тому

    simply spectacular!

  • @Draw_together
    @Draw_together Рік тому +1

    Great lesson! I will try to apply it in my drawings.

  • @evalorentzosatyourservice
    @evalorentzosatyourservice 4 місяці тому

    Love this...can't wait to try!

  • @babyruth225
    @babyruth225 Рік тому

    Incredible! Great tips!!

  • @OonaghEllis
    @OonaghEllis Рік тому +3

    Wow, I never thought about doing this. Thank you. I haven't done any pencil drawing for a long time buit I think i'm going to go try again 🙂

  • @KonohaNoSai2008
    @KonohaNoSai2008 Рік тому +6

    Hi from Belgium Matt!
    Thanks again for this interesting video you shared with us 😀(and all others)
    The technique is really amazing and the results are wonderful🤩

  • @sindollface
    @sindollface 6 місяців тому

    That is incredible! How u brought that to life like that. Thank you for sharing this tip.

  • @bethnolastname
    @bethnolastname Рік тому +1

    Helpful...very!! Thank you!

  • @zoridahall4732
    @zoridahall4732 Рік тому +2

    Awesome artistry, loved it, thank you for your tutorial, the best,,,Zoe

  • @mochawitch
    @mochawitch Рік тому

    This is awesome. Gotta try it ❤️❤️

  • @vehinhkhoitamgiac2889
    @vehinhkhoitamgiac2889 Рік тому

    amazing paintings !

  • @illustrator-humayunchowdhury
    @illustrator-humayunchowdhury 8 місяців тому

    Just an incredible way of realism pencil drawing!😍

  • @pamwillis2340
    @pamwillis2340 Рік тому

    That’s awesome thank you for the tips

  • @ranhold1
    @ranhold1 Рік тому +1

    Awesome, gives me so many ideas

  • @ydoic1111
    @ydoic1111 Рік тому +1

    Omg I've been saving my pencil stubs and was wondering what
    I'm gonna use them 4? Well u just answered my question. Thanks for the free lessons greatly appreciated just got u a new sub cheers 😉

  • @deborahfinney313
    @deborahfinney313 Рік тому

    Nice..gave me new ideas. Thanks again for another great video!

  • @davidstokes8441
    @davidstokes8441 Рік тому +1

    I've been using powdered graphite to free up locks and lubricate my model locomotives - now I havee another use.

  • @CristinaTeixeiraTV
    @CristinaTeixeiraTV Рік тому

    very good. Thank you. I did some time ago a course with you. I recomend.

  • @rieandomapili9640
    @rieandomapili9640 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video, you encourage me to get better.

  • @claritzairosario68
    @claritzairosario68 Рік тому

    Thank you so much!!🤍

  • @miguelsuarez8010
    @miguelsuarez8010 Рік тому +1

    I use this technique with powder charcoal.

  • @lindamclean8809
    @lindamclean8809 Рік тому

    Excellent....thank you ❤❤❤

  • @shamsmannar7444
    @shamsmannar7444 Рік тому

    am shams after 28 years started pencil drowing
    am following your instruction
    thanks sir

  • @geraldpatacsil7995
    @geraldpatacsil7995 Рік тому

    I love it!!

  • @basicarts786
    @basicarts786 Рік тому

    excellent work

  • @hislamb4528
    @hislamb4528 Рік тому +2

    My first time watching ! You’re Extremely talented and a Great Teacher. I’m subscribing. Shall I say with this technique lesson you’re teaching us how to be more SHADY??? LOL!😂 BLESSINGS!😃❤️

  • @fatima8798
    @fatima8798 Місяць тому

    Amazing video❤

  • @TheLastCrow5150
    @TheLastCrow5150 9 місяців тому

    I got a small jar and emptied the powder from my lead holder. Pure graphite. I use 4h, hb, and 4b; so, I can't tell you what the shading is. Probably closest to hb. So keep your powder from the sharpener of your lead holder instead of throwing it away. I still haven't been able to use it efficiently but I have it.
    I.e. I have no idea if this would work with a wooden pencil. It won't work with mechanical unless you grind the lead.

  • @sanjoshi729
    @sanjoshi729 8 місяців тому

    Liked your work very much

  • @user-jd4hi7dj6q
    @user-jd4hi7dj6q 3 місяці тому

    Very cool ❤

  • @starstanza007
    @starstanza007 Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @makingartwithvirginia6053
    @makingartwithvirginia6053 Рік тому +4

    Very nifty, Matt. Your drawings were beautiful, especially the glass and bottle. 🤓. I am going to try powdered graphite.

  • @bozoclown2098
    @bozoclown2098 7 місяців тому

    You look clean ( & civilized).

  • @cinematicdrone9945
    @cinematicdrone9945 Рік тому

    man you are an amazing artist

  • @dewsms
    @dewsms Рік тому +1

    Good video. I just learned to do charcoal in the same way, using a brush or tissue. Thank you, 🙄Light blub on now-use with graphite. Why didn't I think of that😲

  • @coreyjohnson2268
    @coreyjohnson2268 Рік тому

    Thank You👊🏾💯

  • @artexpressions1989
    @artexpressions1989 Рік тому

    I am always watching your videos

  • @DrCarolFrancis
    @DrCarolFrancis Рік тому

    Thx so clear and helpful and artistically wonderful

  • @amethystas5980
    @amethystas5980 Рік тому

    素晴らしい技術と知識を誰でも教授できるようにシェアしてくださることに感謝します✨ありがとうございます✨
    日本より愛をこめて。

  • @IldefonsoMunoz
    @IldefonsoMunoz Рік тому +1

    Fantastic. Do you have a video like this to make portraits ?

  • @josedaniello7386
    @josedaniello7386 Рік тому

    Hélio dear master. I am from São Paulo , Brazil. Beautiful idea. Thank you.

  • @indiannaclachar4776
    @indiannaclachar4776 Рік тому

    Wow👏👏👏😊

  • @vic2rvic
    @vic2rvic Рік тому

    "Is a re-mark-able tool", I see what you did there.
    Great video and technique.

  • @jennylabaja9134
    @jennylabaja9134 7 місяців тому

    Thank you❤❤❤

  • @sandraboyer5060
    @sandraboyer5060 Рік тому

    thank you 😊

  • @chayanikaroy3482
    @chayanikaroy3482 Рік тому

    thank you

  • @julianacheatem3394
    @julianacheatem3394 Рік тому +2

    I will be taking your courses. Your work is beautiful. Can you add the photos you used?

  • @jennifervallot7003
    @jennifervallot7003 Рік тому +2

    Could you use a similar technique with pastel chalks and chalk pencils?

  • @steveapplegate322
    @steveapplegate322 11 місяців тому

    Thank u for this tip

  • @amandasymon4363
    @amandasymon4363 Рік тому +1

    I cannot wait to create smooth even transitions using powdered graphite - Great instruction 👌

  • @funfamily7049
    @funfamily7049 Рік тому

    Thanks for showing.I did have experience like this exidentialy.
    Like and enjoy more then drawing as drawing by deleting.

  • @startreker8591
    @startreker8591 Рік тому

    Thanks ❤

  • @thegreatgatsby5493
    @thegreatgatsby5493 Рік тому

    So, painting with graphite and detailing with pencil. Got it.

  • @kurtfischback8453
    @kurtfischback8453 Рік тому

    I’ve been an artist for years…never heard of this. Thank you! Is there something similar for colored pencils? Right now I use pan pastels but they’re not always user friendly with some of the surfaces I use.

  • @Nasauniverse001
    @Nasauniverse001 Рік тому +1

    Nice. How do you fix the graphite afterwards?

  • @DarkLilika
    @DarkLilika Рік тому

    I love your videos so much doesn't matter the topic

  • @repeekyraidcero
    @repeekyraidcero Рік тому

    *Remembers Graphite on hand balm*
    Haha. I like graphite drawings, good to see you having another cool tip :-)

  • @stephenmyerscough5497
    @stephenmyerscough5497 Рік тому

    Inspired a novice ,,,,,,,thank you 👍

  • @JennTheWriter
    @JennTheWriter Рік тому +7

    Love this! I have one question - do you spray some type of fixture on the picture once you are done? This would be to avoid smudging over time and while framing it to hang on the wall.
    Thank you for providing this video and the others you do in connection with your classes. Great work! :)

  • @valeriegehling4358
    @valeriegehling4358 7 місяців тому

    Both drawings looked so good. How do you seal them? Or isn’t this necessary? Thanks

  • @vyacheslavklc5256
    @vyacheslavklc5256 Рік тому

    Great👏💗🥰