Have you ever had a bad experience with an art teach? We discuss just how destructive criticism can be. Do you find time passes quickly when you’re painting? Our main discussion today is about how therapeutic painting can be. We also take your questions on pastel pencils and talk about bringing white back in over the top of dark colours without it looking muddy. Colin also offers his advice for picking colours for portraits.

Colin talks about different types of coloured pencils and watercolour pencils. He also offers up some tips on achieving a “Bright White” on pastel pencil pictures. We also discuss how to increase the range of colours you have available with your watercolour set. Lastly we discuss Copyright and using your own interpretations of Colin’s artwork in selling and printing.

Colin discusses how to protect your work when you’re either putting it away or transporting it around. We also discuss applying enough pastel pencil to fill the paper without the lines showing through and choosing a background for a black dog painting.

Apologies if you hear a "whistling" noise, we didn't notice until post production!

In our new studio, Colin talks a little about his new Cartoon projects as well as

- alternatives to fixing

- what to do when you've crushed the paper

- backing boards

- paper to use for inking and colouring

Finally, what the common mistakes are using Pastel Pencils. Watch the enhanced version of this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDaDM4XCMus

What’s the difference between using Inscribe and Polychromos Pastel Sticks? Colin discusses inking cartoons in his new projects he’s working on. Colin talks about using Conte Pastel Pencils. Colin offers his advice on picking colours for ginger hair.

Pomeranian Blog and pictures: http://www.colinbradleyart.co.uk/home/choosing-colours-for-a-pomeranian/

Picking Colours Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iZ1rvG51iU

What’s the difference in drawing human hair and drawing animal hair/fur? Colin describes how the technique differs and the application of pastel pencils in drawing both subjects.

We also discuss drawing a Yorkshire Terrier with a more silvery hair colour and how to pick the right colours to get your desired effect.

Animal vs Human Hair discussion starts at 18:05.

Yorkshire Terrier Blog: http://www.colinbradleyart.co.uk/home/painting-a-yorkshire-terrier-using-pastel-pencils/

Recorded live on 5th March. Colin and Steve discuss developing your own style, reducing stress through art and give you a behind the scenes on forthcoming projects.

What’s the difference between Colouring pencils and Pastel Pencils? We compare how to use the two mediums and the effects you can get.

We also discuss using oil pastels and how these differ from the chalky soft pastels that you can use. Colin also describes a landscape in mist.

Learn to draw using pastel pencils: http://www.colinbradleyart.co.uk/

Do you rush your artwork? Colin talks about a psychological approach to your picture in order to keep it interesting and taking your time over your artwork. We also discuss Soft Pastel: blending using your fingers and colour shapers, fixing and other types of Pastel Papers.

We discuss using slightly different tones to create a vintage look in landscapes. We also talk about how to create a feeling behind your artwork, giving it personality and character. Somehow we compare Shakespeare to Painting as well as answer more of your questions!