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#TuesdayToolsAndTechniques August 29

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#TuesdayToolsAndTechniques

🎨🖍️ Hello there, art enthusiasts! It's that wonderful time of the week again – welcome back to #TuesdayToolsAndTechniques! 🖌️✨

Colors Coming Together

Today, we're diving into a technique that's all about colors coming together in perfect harmony – blending two different pencil crayon colors for a seamless gradation. If you're curious about achieving that oh-so-smooth transition from one hue to another, you're in for a treat!

Gradation

Picture this: you start with one color and gently guide it into another, creating a beautiful spectrum that flows effortlessly. This technique is what we call a "gradation" – a journey from a color's pure form to a gentle lightening. It might sound complex, but fear not! We're here to guide you through it step by step.

Under Pressure

The secret to nailing this technique lies in your touch – the pressure you apply with your pencil crayons. Think of it as a dance between colors, a gentle tango of shades. Begin by applying a bit more pressure with your pencil crayon. This lays down a richer layer of color, which serves as the foundation for your blend.

Lighten Up

Now, here comes the magic: lighten up on that pressure. As you move toward the other color, gradually release the pressure on your pencil crayon. It's like introducing two friends who instantly click and start to harmonize.

Blending Colours

Remember, blending works best when you choose colors that share a kinship. Think of it as color companionship! Similar colors like different shades of blue or colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel, like red and orange or blue and green, work like a charm. But hey, don't let that limit your creativity! Blending also opens the door to creating brand new shades that you can proudly call your own.

Light Touch

As you continue working your colors together, maintain that light touch and gentle pressure. Just like in the video we've prepared, let the colors meet in the middle, each one gracefully transitioning into the other. It's a bit like a dance partner leading and following in perfect sync.

Two Colors into One

And there you have it – a mesmerizing blend that seamlessly marries two colors into one. 🌈✨ With a bit of practice, your artwork will flourish with these smooth gradations, adding depth and dimension that will leave everyone in awe.

Get Your Pencil Crayons

So, gather your pencil crayons, let your creativity flow, and give this blending technique a whirl. Remember, art is all about exploration, expression, and having a blast along the way. Until next time, keep those colors dancing! 🎉🎨

Enjoy!

Happy creating!  #TuesdayToolsAndTechniques 💃🕺


FaceBook LIVE: Art Creation Time

Hey everyone! I hope you’re having a great week so far! Just wanted to remind you about my LIVE play time, with art supplies in my FaceBook group, Art &Soul Insider, every Wednesday and Saturday at 10am (MST). If you love creating art and trying out old and new supplies, then you won’t want to miss it!

I’ll be bringing my art supplies and would love for you to join me and bring yours too. It’s a great opportunity to try out new techniques, share ideas, and just have some creative fun together. So mark your calendars and don’t forget to join my FaceBook’s Art & Soul Insider group to join in on the fun. Can’t wait to see you all there!


My World Rocks! An Online Art Course

Discover the joy of creating and letting your imagination run wild with My World Rocks! This course is designed to help you build confidence with acrylic paints, teaching you 19 different techniques, along with step-by-step instructions to guide you along the way. Not only will you learn a new skill, but you'll also have some much-needed "me time" to enjoy and relax.

With each new rock you paint, you'll feel a sense of pride and enjoyment, creating a colorful collection of rocks, each with a short-worded intention written on them. The course is self-paced, so you can go at your own pace, and you'll have weekly access to the teacher (Barbara Lynn Burns) via Zoom, to ask questions and get guidance. Plus, participate in guided meditations to enhance your overall experience.

Transform your everyday rocks into a beautiful and meaningful collection, pick one daily to set your intention, and bring color and positivity into your life. Sign up now at https://www.barbaralynnburns.com/my-world-rocks and start your fun and relaxing journey with My World Rocks!

 

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