Entry 5: Q & A and Supplies

   I've decided it would be an amazingly great idea to post a questions and answers (Q & A) blog. Why you may ask? Well, I always get the same questions over and over again so might as well just make a post about it. Alrighty then, let's begin!

Q: What markers do you use?
A: I use Copics and Promarkers. Both are on the pricier side, but Copics cost more than Promarkers due to Copics coming and originating from Japan.

Q: What do you use to get the black lines around the drawing?
A: It's an ink pen for specifically drawing/doodling. I personally use two different brands; Prismacolor and Microns.
                                     

Q: What type of paper do you use?
A: It all depends on the drawing. If it's a marker drawing, I use Bristol or cardstock paper. If it's watercolors/acrylics I use watercolor paper and sometimes Bristol. If it's a smaller drawing or just a sketch, I use Sketch or Drawing paper.

Q: What's the point of buying such expensive supplies?
A: If you plan on sticking to art for the rest of your life professionally and as a hobby, then it's worth it. If you don't draw or enjoy art as much, don't spend your money on it. It's as simple as that.

Q: Difference between Copics and Crayola?
A: Copics last longer, are easier to blend multiple colors, evenly distributes the color, and you can refill the marker up to 5-10 times a bottle of Various Ink instead of buying another marker. Crayolas are good to use to practice as a beginner in art, so don't automatically run to Copics once you learn about them.

Q: What do you use to get the white parts of a drawing?
A: I use a magical white gelly-roll pen that can only be found in the dark depths of a spooky forest. The pen is guarded by a very powerful wizard. Not many make it out alive.

  

   And now, a message. For whatever reason, people think that once you buy expensive art supplies, you automatically become an amazingly perfect artist. No. Nope. Stop. Don't. The only way to actually become "good" at drawing is to PRACTICE! I cannot stress this enough! Do not buy expensive art supplies until you feel comfortable enough with trying to improve, or if you want to make a living off of art. For the love of everything holy, have common sense, please! Message recieved? Great! Bye.