Topic: Interview with Ann Kullberg

Ann discusses her early years and talks about why she decided to become a colored pencil artist.  She discusses her journey that has led to writing books, teaching workshops, and encouraging other artists to achieve their potential.  

See more of her work and all the products she offers at: annkullberg.com

Links:

http://annkullberg.com/

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Topic:  Deep Dive Into Polychromos

This week John and Lisa talk about one of our favorite colored pencils, Polychromos by Faber-Castell

With a name like Polychromos where the name means “many colors”, the pencils are some of the best on the market today.  This pencil line has been around for over 100 years.  

The pencil is an oil based, hard lead, break resistant, water-proof and non-smudging.  The pencil is slightly thicker than Prismacolor Premier and the lightfast rating is signified right on the barrel of the pencil.

They come in sets of 12, 24, 36, 60 and 120.

Links mentioned in the show:

Faber-Castell Site

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Comparison videos:

compared to Luminance

compared to Prismas

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Topic: Interview with Tanja Gant (self taught colored pencil artist)

Tanja talks about her process and approach to doing portraits in colored pencil.  She works in both colored pencil and graphite.  While her work in unique and easily identifiable, she pushes and challenges herself with each new drawing.  

See more of her work and check out her extensive portfolio at:  http://tanjagant.com/

Links:

http://tanjagant.com/

http://scottwaddellfineart.com/

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Topic:  Dealing with Negativity

This week John and Lisa talk about how you should deal with trolls and negativity when you encounter it.  

Some things to consider are:

Links mentioned in the show:

Ted Talk “Don’t Feed The Trolls”

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Topic:  Difference Between A Critique vs Criticism

Definitions

Critique: To provide helpful instruction to the artist for the purpose of encouragement and growth.  Constructive criticism.  

Criticism or (harsh criticism): Condemn or to find fault without the purpose of encouragement and concern for another’s well being.

Important things to consider when delivering the Critique:

Links mentioned in the show:

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Topic:  Are You Ready To Start Teaching?

When you’ve learned something then you know the pitfalls and can remember the obstacles you’ve overcome.  Just as soon as you’ve learned something is a very good time to teach that very concept.  

We discuss tips and things to consider before starting.  

We talk about such things as venue, what to charge, how to take payments, and what to expect at your first class.

There is nothing to be intimidated about.  If you are at all interested in teaching and sharing what you’ve learned in art then take the plunge and at least ask.  The worst that could happen is you get a “no”.  

Links mentioned in the show:

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Topic:  Interview with Morgan Davidson

Morgan talks about her experiences going to art school.  She earned her BFA from Ringling College of Art and Design.

She talks about what it’s like getting started with a career as an artist after school.

Morgan has built up a large media following on Instagram and Facebook.  She talks about why that is important and what it can lead to.

Links:

http://morgandavidsonart.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Morgan-Davidson-254723404704717/

https://instagram.com/morgandavidson/

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Topic:  Holiday Colored Pencil Gift Ideas

Release Date:

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Topic:  Color versus Value and Contrast

Release Date:  11/02/15

Points of Interest:

Define Color: (Hue) are basic colors that make up the rainbow.  They represent light wavelengths.  

In a way, color is defined as hue, saturation and tonal value.  

Define Value: Graduations of light and dark.  All colors have an inherent value.  

Define Contrast: Difference in light and dark.  Or light vs dark.

Saturation or the Chroma has to do with the intensity of the hue.  

What is the grisaille method?

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Topic: Should I Be Blogging

Should every artist be blogging?

What are some topics that would be suitable for an artist to blog about?

Here are some general topic ideas:  

Lisa and I discussed how to get started if you’ve not been blogging and want to start.  

Links mentioned in the show:

http://gurneyjourney.blogspot.com/