ANNOUNCEMENTS

PATTERN PACKETS

We now have over 100 designs and due to space limitations we are sorry to inform that printed pattern packets will be discontinued when the supply at hand is sold. If you are interested in a specific pattern take this opportunity to get it now before they are gone. All colored pencils’ pattern packets will be sold without the pencils. If your order can fit in a flat rate envelope or box, email me and I can send you an invoice with revised shipping.

SEMINARS

All designs, except for the ones taught at conventions that specific year, will still be available for seminars. We have opened some seminar slots in 2014, since 2012 and 2013 are now full. Visit our website for the complete schedule and / or email us for more information.

WOOD PIECES

We have discontinued all wood pieces. Some are left in limited supply. We will have for sale some remaining surfaces in the studio at discounted prices.

ARTIST EXPO

Classes # 101 Giomar’s Orchid in colored pencils / Tues 8 am to 12 pm  This class is for beginners.

Class # 202 Multimedia Apple in colored pencils / Wed 8 am to 12 pm   The background and the highlight were painted with acrylics, but everything else was painted in colored pencils. The main purpose of the class is to teach you how to use mineral spirits with colored pencils. The class is listed as advanced level as it is a four hour long class, and will be taught at a fast pace with no teacher’s help. Beginner students are welcomed.

Online registration starts March 4, 2012. Class directory is available now online.

Colored Pencils Tip and Techniques #2

On the previous blog we mentioned that there was a technique to remove excess wax buildups. This technique only works on some types of paper. It involves using a scrubber brush. Please be advised that it should not be used on Colourfix or Pastelbord as these two surfaces scratch easily. This is not a technique that I personally use as I prefer to be gentle with my surface and use sharpened pencils. But, for any student that is having trouble with wax buildups this is a very convenient technique. You will gently scrub the area with the brush and it will help with the blending and remove some of the wax buildup.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PATTERN PACKETS

We now have over 100 designs and due to space limitations we are sorry to inform that printed pattern packets will be discontinued when the supply at hand is sold. If you are interested in a specific pattern take this opportunity to get it now before they are gone. All colored pencils’ pattern packets will be sold without the pencils. If your order can fit in a flat rate envelope or box, email me and I can send you an invoice with revised shipping.

SEMINARS

All designs, except for the ones taught at conventions that specific year, will still be available for seminars. We have opened some seminar slots in 2014, since 2012 and 2013 are now full. Visit our website for the complete schedule and / or email us for more information.

WOOD PIECES

We have discontinued all wood pieces. Some are left in limited supply. We will have for sale some remaining surfaces in the studio at discounted prices.

ARTIST EXPO

Classes # 101 Giomar’s Orchid in colored pencils / Tues 8 am to 12 pm  This class is for beginners.

Class # 202 Multimedia Apple in colored pencils / Wed 8 am to 12 pm   The background and the highlight were painted with acrylics, but everything else was painted in colored pencils. The main purpose of the class is to teach you how to use mineral spirits with colored pencils. The class is listed as advanced level as it is a four hour long class, and will be taught at a fast pace with no teacher’s help. Beginner students are welcomed.

Online registration starts March 4, 2012. Class directory is available now online.

Colored Pencils Tip and Techniques #2

On the previous blog we mentioned that there was a technique to remove excess wax buildups. This technique only works on some types of paper. It involves using a scrubber brush. Please be advised that it should not be used on Colourfix or Pastelbord as these two surfaces scratch easily. This is not a technique that I personally use as I prefer to be gentle with my surface and use sharpened pencils. But, for any student that is having trouble with wax buildups this is a very convenient technique. You will gently scrub the area with the brush and it will help with the blending and remove some of the wax buildup.