Coloring Myths: Underpainting makes everything look realistic (Copic Markers, Colored Pencil)
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Coloring Myths: Underpainting makes everything look realistic (Copic Markers, Colored Pencil)

I’m thrilled that underpainting is finally catching on.

But I do worry that people are overdoing the underpaint.

Underpaint shading is not a one-size-fits-all technique.

Today, let’s look at where underpaint shading works best and more importantly, when underpainted shade can damage your realistic coloring.

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Use What You Learn: Color Dimensional Peonies with Copic Marker & Colored Pencil
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Use What You Learn: Color Dimensional Peonies with Copic Marker & Colored Pencil

You can use techniques borrowed from other Vanilla Arts classes to color floral illustrations.

You can color this Pretty Peony, your own peony drawing, or any other botanical stamp you encounter.

Good technique isn’t just good for one project.

Good technique is good for a lifetime of coloring!

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