The best graphite pencil: An exclusive guide
Blog Drawing series part 1
Know your pencil! Which pencil should I use for drawing? How to hold a pencil for drawing? How do I draw whatever I want? You’ll get all your answers here.
Graphite pencils
The Best Drawing Paper? 6 Things You Must Know
Blog Traditional Art
Discover the perfect drawing paper for your art medium, exploring textures, weights, archival quality, and tones, to enhance line quality, shading, and overall drawing appeal, tailored to individual artistic needs and preferences.
Graphite Pencils: Everything You Need To Know
Blog Graphite Traditional Art
Graphite pencils range from ‘H’ (hard) for light shades to ‘B’ (black) for dark tones, with ‘9B’ being the darkest and softest. Different pencils are best for varying uses: softer ‘B’s for intense shading, harder ‘H’s for fine lines, and mid-range like ‘HB’ for versatility. A combination of mid-tone and dark pencils can create a full spectrum of shades for realistic sketching.