Copic Markers: Is blending the key to dimension or realism? (plus, coloring with chisel nibs!)

Copic Markers: Is blending the key to dimension or realism? (plus, coloring with chisel nibs!)

I want lots of dimension in my Copic coloring!

"So I must blend, blend, blend!

Right?

Hmmm...

Do you really think so?

I mean, I know that's what you've been told or at least it's what you've….

Artistic Coloring: How to color shade with realism (copic Marker & colored pencil)

Artistic Coloring: How to color shade with realism (copic Marker & colored pencil)

Do you struggle with shade?

Fans of Copic Markers and colored pencils love to talk about the joys of shading. But I'll bet you're not very confident about shading without help from a sample project or a tutorial. You probably feel safest when there's someone telling you where the shade goes.

Right?

"Where should I add shade?" is the number one hang-up for colorers at all levels.

Yes, even…

Artistic Coloring: Tiny Details - how to decide which details are important & what to skip

Artistic Coloring: Tiny Details - how to decide which details are important & what to skip

Do you love detail?

How much detail should you include in your Copic Marker and colored pencil projects?

Which details can you add and what should you leave out?

Are there rules for finding the sweet spot?