Colored Pencil Podcast

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: October 17, 2017   Topic: Cool Apps for Artists   Points of Interest: ***Don’t forget to sign up for the FREE Portrait Prep email course! Click here to take your portraits to the next level. (Doors close on October 21st, 2017)***   As 21st century artists, we have some incredible tools at our fingertips—literally! Today’s episode is dedicated to the slew of phone apps that make an artist’s life easier. We’ve included all the apps we’ve referenced (with links!) below:   Vidstich Pro https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vidstitch.pro https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/vidstitch-pro-for-instagram-video-frames-collage/id716816651?mt=8   Snapseed https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.niksoftware.snapseed&hl=en https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8   PicFrame - collage IOS & Android $0.99 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.activedevelopment.picframe_android https://itunes.appl

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: October 9, 2017   Topic: Small Things Lead to Big Things   Points of Interest: “People who accomplish big things did small things well.” -H. Jackson Brown   Many artists get overwhelmed when approaching a project by focusing on the “big picture.” John and Lisa talk about ways to make progress by focusing on one small win at a time. You’ll hear actionable ways to gain momentum in each piece--and in your career as an artist!   Links Referenced: Google Drive www.google.com/drive/   Dropbox www.dropbox.com   Evernote www.evernote.com   Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for addi

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: October 2, 2017   Topic: Reasonable Expectations as an Artist   Points of Interest: Every artist starts out with some expectations—but are they reasonable? John and Lisa discuss some of the common misconceptions about life as an artist (especially online) and help artists at all stages come to terms with some important truths: Yes, your artwork will be shared online. Other artists will likely reach your goal before you. If you’re not making money, you might not be doing business and marketing right. You’re not going to be an expert just because you’ve read every book and watched every video. You will get negative feedback.       Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: September 25, 2017   Topic: Ten Things You Wish People Knew About Colored Pencil   Points of Interest: If you ever feel like you should explain yourself to everyone who finds out that you’re a colored pencil artist, this episode is for you! John and Lisa chat about the top ten things that all colored pencil artists wish people knew about this medium.       Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .   Stay sharp!

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: September 17, 2017   Topic: Non-Art Tools for Artists   Points of Interest: Not every tool in the artist’s kit was made for artists. In today’s episode, John and Lisa share some of their favorite non-art products that make their work much easier. You’ll love these hacks!   Links Referenced: Mango Body Butter https://www.thebodyshop.com/en-us/body/body-butter/mango-body-butter/p/p000015   Cocoa Butter Body Lotion https://www.thebodyshop.com/en-us/search?text=cocoa   Art Rage app https://www.artrage.com/   Sketchbook by Autodesk https://www.autodesk.com/products/sketchbook/overview   Color Grab app http://www.loomatix.com/   Samsung Galaxy Note 8 phone or tablet http://www.samsung.com/us/galaxy/note8/?cid=ppc-   Reading Glasses www.readers.com   Make-up Brushes/Sponges https://www.elfcosmetics.com/makeup/makeup-brushes   Clamps https://www.walmart.com/search/?query=spring%20clamp%20plas%202&cat_id=0   3M Velcro Strips https://www.amazon.co

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: September 11, 2017   Topic: Pro Color Tips for Colored Pencil Artists   Points of Interest: John and Lisa share some of their top color tips, including:   -how to accurately identify the colors in your reference -reasons to consider using a limited color palette -why you should brush up on your color theory   ….and more! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned colored pencil artist, this episode is for you.   Links Referenced: ArtRage app https://www.artrage.com/artrage-ios/   Autodesk Sketchbook app https://www.sketchbook.com/ios   Adobe Photoshop app https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adobe-photoshop-express-photo-editor-collage-maker/id331975235?mt=8   Loomatix Color Grab app http://www.loomatix.com/     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedarti

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: September 4, 2017   Topic: Scheduling Social Media   Points of Interest: Did you know you can schedule your social media posts? Yes, it’s true! John and Lisa use this episode to share their tips for scheduling social media: how to create posts in batches, favorite external tools for posting across platforms, and reasons why scheduling is beneficial to your productivity.   Links Referenced: Buffer: Social Media Management https://buffer.com/   Meet Edgar https://meetedgar.com/     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: August 28, 2017   Topic: Facebook Groups   Points of Interest: A listener asked about Facebook Groups for artist—should you start one? John and Lisa talk about the reasons you might benefit from a Facebook group vs. a Facebook Page. You’ll learn why some groups are successful (and others fizzle out)as well as considerations for privacy/moderation/management.   Links Referenced: Guac Lock http://casabella.com/products/guac-lock/   Colored Pencil Podcast Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/coloredpencilpodcast/   Colored Pencils for Beginners and Beyond https://www.facebook.com/groups/coloredpencils4b/         Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast       John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more f

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: August 21, 2017   Topic: No Time for Art   Points of Interest: We all have life events that turn our routines upside-down, and sometimes that means we no longer have time for art. In this episode, John and Lisa discuss a few ways to work towards your art goals in small chunks of time: working on your photo editing skills, improving the ergonomics of your studio space, and tweaking your brand visuals.   Links Referenced:   Adobe Photoshop Lightroom https://lightroom.adobe.com/   Pixlr Photo Editor https://pixlr.com/   Wacom Cintiq 13HD Tablet http://www.wacom.com/en/products/pen-displays/cintiq-13-hd                         Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week fo

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: August 14, 2017   Topic: Derwent Drawing Pencils   Points of Interest: John and Lisa tried the Derwent Drawing Pencils for the first time and are coming to you in this episode with their results. You’ll hear about the lightfastness, color options, and sharpening considerations, along with recommendations for most effective use.   Spoiler alert: John and Lisa LOVE these pencils!   Links Referenced: Derwent Drawing Pencils https://www.derwentart.com/en/lb/4431/drawing-pencils   Strathmore 500 Series Ready Cut Watercolor paper http://www.dickblick.com/products/strathmore-ready-cut-watercolor-sheets/     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast     John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. I

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: August 8, 2017   Topic: Going Back to the Basics   Points of Interest: John and Lisa receive plenty of questions from aspiring artists who have problems related to some of the drawing basics. In this episode, your hosts discuss some of the common problems they see and specific action steps to correct those issues.     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast       John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can also join our Facebook group, Colored Pencil Podcast, or contact us by email at podcast@sharpenedartist.com .   Stay sharp!

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: July 31, 2017   Topic: Water-Soluble Graphite   Points of Interest: In this episode, John and Lisa discuss their experiences using Water-Soluable Graphite in colored pencil projects: techniques, supplies, and more! Be sure to check out the links section for many of the specific products mentioned. If you try water-soluble graphite, be sure to show us your work!   Links Referenced: Water-Soluble Pencil: Graphite Aquarelle http://www.fabercastell.com/products/pencils/WatersolublepencilGRAPHITEAQUARELLE8B/117808   Fabriano Artistico Watercolor Paper http://www.dickblick.com/products/fabriano-artistico-traditional-white-watercolor-paper/   ArtGraf Water-Soluble blocks https://www.amazon.com/Artgraf-Water-Soluble-Monochromatic-3-Clr/dp/B01MZ26HDU/ref=pd_sim_201_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=X81B1RCX6XDE27S0CR95   ArtGraf Watercolor Graphite in Tin https://www.amazon.com/Artgraf-Watercolor-Graphite-In-Tin/dp/B006ZAVT9A   ArtGraf Graphite

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: July 24, 2017   Topic: Interview with Will Stoller   Points of Interest: John and Lisa are joined in this episode by Will Stoller of Unmask Art. Will discusses his circuitous path to colored pencil art, the reason he chose to use YouTube as his primary platform, and recommendations for setting (and reaching) your goals as an artist. Be sure to check out his channel using the links below!   Links Referenced: Unmask Art YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc200efazooi-bz2TQ1_Nuw   Final Cut Pro video editing software https://www.apple.com/final-cut-pro/   Canon 70D Digital Camera https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/cameras/dslr/eos-70d   10 Minute Painting Challenge video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdpM4xWoDpk   Proposal video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sy6LA8TZ064   Drawing Journal: “Thank You!” video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fllLp7xPLcM         Ready to take your business to the next

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: July 17, 2017   Topic: Faster Colored Pencil   Points of Interest: John and Lisa detail a long list of ways to speed up your colored pencil drawing, including recommended materials, techniques, and additional supplies that will save your precious time.   Links Referenced: Paint.net www.getpaint.net   Adobe Photoshop Fix app http://www.adobe.com/products/fix.html   Photoshop Express http://www.photoshop.com/products/photoshopexpress   Snapseed https://snapseed.en.softonic.com/iphone   Interview with Ester Roi https://sharpenedartist.com/podcast/ester   Powder Blender and Texture Fixative https://www.brushandpencil.com/Store.html   Creative Colored Pencil Workshop (book) https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Colored-Pencil-Workshop-Exercises/dp/1581808186         Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.co

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: July 10, 2017   Topic: Derwent Procolour and Lightfastness   Points of Interest: John and Lisa have a full review planned for the new Derwent Procolour Pencil line, but today they discuss one of the biggest issues with these pencils: the low lightfast ratings of a large percentage of the colors. If you’re interested in ordering these pencils, listen to this episode to find out which colors you can use without hesitation and which ones you may want to think twice about.   Links Referenced: Procolour Pencils https://www.derwentart.com/en/gb/7797/procolour-pencils             Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: July 3, 2017   Topic: Artists: Should You Keep Your Day Job?   Points of Interest: John and Lisa have received many questions from artists who are wondering about the right time to quit their day jobs. In this episode, you’ll hear candid stories from both hosts and sage advice about the big decision to make art a full-time career.   Links Referenced: Will Stoller: Unmask Art https://www.youtube.com/user/UnmaskArt/videos   Beginner’s Colored Pencil Course http://sharpenedartistacademy.teachable.com/p/beginnerscpcourse   Cafepress http://www.cafepress.com/                      Merch by Amazon https://merch.amazon.com/landing                   Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! T

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: June 26, 2017   Topic: How to Get in the Mood to Draw   Points of Interest: Sometimes you’re just not in the mood to draw, but John and Lisa have a list of tips to help tackle your project! From knowing your ideal environment to looking for new sources of inspiration, you’ll be ready to get yourself in the mood to draw again after this episode.   Links Referenced: Google Arts & Culture https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/   Colored Pencil Magazine http://coloredpencilmag.com/     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast       John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.sharpenedartist.com for additional updates and information. You can als

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: June 19, 2017   Topic: Winsor & Newton Pigment Markers   Points of Interest: John & Lisa discuss their experiences using the new Winsor & Newton Pigment Markers. You’ll learn what to look for when purchasing the markers in-store; suggestions for blending, mixing, and pigment removal; and which papers to avoid when using the markers.   Links Referenced: Winsor & Newton website: http://www.winsornewton.com/na/pigment-marker   Winsor & Newton products at Dick Blick: https://www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-pigment-markers/       Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John’s Twitter: @sharpenedartist Lisa’s Twitter: @lachri     As always, thanks for listening! Tune in next week for more from John and Lisa. In the meantime, be sure to visit www.s

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: June 12, 2017   Topic: Lightbulb Moments in Colored Pencil   Points of Interest: John is joined in this episode by guest host Cecilia Kinzie, founder of the popular Facebook group Colored Pencils 4 Beginners and Beyond. They discuss a broad range of “lightbulb moments” in their artistic careers: tools, techniques, and tips that were total game-changers. Do YOU have a lightbulb moment? Share it in the comments!   Links Referenced: Colored Pencil for Beginners and Beyond (Facebook Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/coloredpencils4b/   Sharpened Artist Academy—Beginner’s Colored Pencil Course http://sharpenedartistacademy.teachable.com/   Ester Roi’s Interview on The Colored Pencil Podcast http://sharpenedartist.com/podcast/2016/8/22/066-interview-with-ester-roi   Tracy Frein Fine Art https://tracyfrein.faso.com/     Products Mentioned (see complete show notes on sharpenedartist.com for links):   -Stonehenge Paper -Gamsol Solvent -Scrubber Br

Show Notes Sharpened Artist: Colored Pencil Podcast Release Date: June 5, 2017   Topic: Colored Pencil Painting Outdoors   Points of Interest: If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at colored pencil painting outdoors, this is the episode for you! John and Lisa describe their personal experiences drawing “en plein air” and share their insight. You’ll learn what supplies to take (including a few unexpected items), what challenges to consider, and why you should always carry a business card.     Links Referenced: French Style Easel – This easel is sturdy, portable, and has plenty of space to store supplies while you work. Polychromos Colored Pencils - They come in a 12 set, 24, 36, 60 or 120.  For painting colored pencil en plein air John recommends at least a 24 set.  Inktense Colored Pencils     Ready to take your business to the next level? Check out the copywriting and blogging services at Clarity & Flair: www.clarityandflair.com   Free 30-day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/cppodcast           John