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Artsy50 β€” Colored Pencil Tutorial... by-nc-nd

Published: 2013-01-20 20:17:30 +0000 UTC; Views: 2372; Favourites: 72; Downloads: 0
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Description Ok folks, here's the tutorial some of you have been asking for. I've never done one of these before so if I've done something wrong, I apologise.

Thanks to for the use of her lovely photo of the Andalusian Stallion Zingaro as reference for this. Please go and check out her wonderful gallery, you won't be disappointed.

Thank you also to my lovely oldest daughter,
for her help in explaining how things work in Photoshop. I am definately not a pro in that catagory.

Drawn in colored pencils on 98 lb. colored Canson paper with a bit of black and white Sharpie paint pen. Scanned and edited in Photoshop.

Thanks for your faves and kind comments. They are always welcome...and if I've left something out, please let me know, as I've said, I've never done one of these before. I hope it's helpful...
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Comments: 28

Elu-Fancy-Gem [2013-08-03 12:59:09 +0000 UTC]

dumb question, but do you get the same resultsΒ if you were to color on the computer paper or common scetch paper instead?

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Artsy50 In reply to Elu-Fancy-Gem [2013-08-03 13:11:54 +0000 UTC]

I don't think so. I usually only use computer paper for my rough work.Β  It's not as durable. You s ometimes need to press down hard to achieve the color you want, and computer paperΒ  isn't going to stand up to that as well as a good drawing paper will. As for common sketch pad paper, if it's not too thin/flimsy, then is should be ok. Check the cover of your sketch pad and it will usually tell you how heavy it is along side of the size of the paper. I like to use at least a 98 lb. weight for colored pencils. 140 lb. for watercolors or watercolor pencils. The better the paper, the better the results. Also, on most sketch pad paper you will notice it is a different texture on each side, rougher on one than the other. I tend to like to use the smoother side when using pencils or colored pencils. It's your preferenceΒ  however. Hope this helps.

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Elu-Fancy-Gem In reply to Artsy50 [2013-08-04 14:41:51 +0000 UTC]

haha Who knew paper had weight groups!
Ugg Im so behind on this stuff Β 
Thanks for all your help, it means alot.

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Artsy50 In reply to Elu-Fancy-Gem [2013-08-04 23:04:00 +0000 UTC]

You are very welcome! Good luck and have fun drawing! _____

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clpony7 [2013-01-25 00:57:42 +0000 UTC]

Nice tutorial and gorgeous drawing! I love the contrast with the dark paper.

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Artsy50 In reply to clpony7 [2013-01-25 13:11:33 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! so glad you like it. And thanks for the fave! Appreciated!

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clpony7 In reply to Artsy50 [2013-01-25 17:39:14 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome!

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Katerina-Art [2013-01-21 22:42:18 +0000 UTC]

amazing tutorial love it!! i have the graphite transfer paper (sallys)
havent used it in such long time but not white one , i have the dark one..white sounds cool to transfer to lighter paper

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Artsy50 In reply to Katerina-Art [2013-01-22 00:20:44 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Katerina! The white works wonderfully on dark paper. I have the graphite one as well for lighter paper.

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Katerina-Art In reply to Artsy50 [2013-01-23 15:39:45 +0000 UTC]

i will look getting some , havent used it since my medusa artwork
and usually start work right on the colored paper sometimes
like to work out things before i do this is a good idea
goes in my art list of things to buy which keeps growing

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Artsy50 In reply to Katerina-Art [2013-01-23 17:45:02 +0000 UTC]

I know how that is. I have a list of things to look for too!

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JannaFairyArt [2013-01-21 16:33:47 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for posting this, Linda it is great to see they way you create a drawing it is a great help for me and other artist who want to impove their skills

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Artsy50 In reply to JannaFairyArt [2013-01-21 18:10:14 +0000 UTC]

It's my pleasure. I'm glad you find it useful...not that you need any improvement of course. I love your paintings!

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Trickster91 [2013-01-21 04:14:45 +0000 UTC]

Very nice tutorial, and helpful. I'm always looking for ways to improve.

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Artsy50 In reply to Trickster91 [2013-01-21 11:52:07 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I'm glad I could help.

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Rhonda---Young [2013-01-21 00:01:29 +0000 UTC]

This is GREAT, Linda!! You gave me some tips that I can use if I ever try my hand at using colored pencils. (I have always been skittish about working with colored pencils and will "play it safe" with graphite.) I *have* learned though that the PAPER makes a BIG difference in drawing. A well-known colored pencil artist said that she always used Stonehenge paper for her drawings...so when I started drawing, that's what I used, too, even though I was only using graphite. Since then, I've discovered that the Stonehenge paper doesn't have enough "tooth" for me. After seeing (and feeling) your paper, I can see how it can hold the graphite (or colored pencils) much better than the Stonehenge paper can.

I'm so glad you did this tutorial. I'm sure it will help many people!

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Artsy50 In reply to Rhonda---Young [2013-01-21 02:31:03 +0000 UTC]

Glad that you like it and that I could be of some help. No need to be scared of colored pencils, they aren't that much different than graphite really, and you can achieve such wonderful results with practice. I especially like working with the colored paper as it helps enhance the colors. I tend to pick a color that will work well with the reference photo, ie. maybe a color that is prominent in the ref. Saves on shading somewhat, if you know what I mean. If you check out my latest drawings you'll notice that most of them are done on paper that is complimentary to the colors in the reference photo. Have fun with it and if you need some more pointers, just ask.

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Rhonda---Young In reply to Artsy50 [2013-01-21 02:37:28 +0000 UTC]

Okay, thank you!!

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Artsy50 In reply to Rhonda---Young [2013-01-21 02:44:31 +0000 UTC]

Welcome!

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DreamingHummingBird [2013-01-20 23:46:40 +0000 UTC]

This is really great! Thx for the tutorial Im usually weak at coloring animals or shadows.. Thank you!!

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Artsy50 In reply to DreamingHummingBird [2013-01-21 02:32:10 +0000 UTC]

My pleasure! Glad that I could help. Feel free to ask me for any other tips or advice, I'm happy to help out.

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QuirkyBrainiac [2013-01-20 22:15:17 +0000 UTC]

Great job!!

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Artsy50 In reply to QuirkyBrainiac [2013-01-20 23:15:04 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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QuirkyBrainiac In reply to Artsy50 [2013-01-20 23:17:04 +0000 UTC]

Always!

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LuxDani [2013-01-20 20:39:43 +0000 UTC]

Nice tutorial!
I've since almost completely given up my coloured pencils for acrylics, but when I did still use them, I used a similar method.
I find it interesting that you always start on the eyes, because I'm the complete opposite! I leave the eyes 'til dead last, making the subject look like a zombie until I completely finish the piece.

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Artsy50 In reply to LuxDani [2013-01-20 20:49:17 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I wasn't sure how to go about it, but I guess it turned out ok. I think I start with the eyes for the exact reason you don't. I hate it when it looks like a Zombie. lol!

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jeffzz111 [2013-01-20 20:37:52 +0000 UTC]

Didn't expect such a comprehensive tutorial from you. Well Done True.. it is the little details that make a drawing / painting magnificent.

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Artsy50 In reply to jeffzz111 [2013-01-20 20:50:28 +0000 UTC]

Well thank you Jeff! I didn't either. lol! I wasn't really sure how to go about it, so I'm glad you think it's ok.

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