I cut all the layers and added a subtle sky using Memento Ink Dew Dropssummer sky and a blender tool.  Once I trimmed and started placing the pieces, I could see I needed some more greenery around the sides of the tiger and added them in. 

Below are all the pencil colors I used on this project:

Crafter's Companion has had several new releases.  For more ideas, be sure to pop over to the Crafter's Companion Information Blog, as well as visit the Crafter's Companion Education Team members.  You can see their latest designs by clicking on the names on the left side of my blog. 

Crafter's Companion has had several new releases.  For more ideas, be sure to pop over to the Crafter's Companion Information Blog, as well as visit the Crafter's Companion Education Team members.  You can see their latest designs by clicking on the names on the left side of my blog. 

Thursday, May 15, 2014

I admit I am an Organization Enthusiast!  To hold my Spectrum Noir blendable colored pencils, I picked up this cool zebra print stationary case from Hobby Lobby and used my 40% off coupon - the only way to shop.  Of course, I had to add a splash of color! 

Next, I filled in the image with gesso.  I painted it on very thick.  After it dried, I painted again. 

After it dried completely, I painted over the it with acrylic paints (dash of red, modern red, classic teal, landscape green).  I used the photo that came with the set as a guide.  I added an outline and some detail with an India ink artist pen. 

Of course I saved the beautiful tins the pencils came in.  They have gorgeous colored designs on them and are perfect for protecting my pencils when I transport them. 

Crafter's Companion has had several new releases.  For more ideas, be sure to pop over to the Crafter's Companion Information Blog, as well as visit the Crafter's Companion Education Team members.  You can see their latest designs by clicking on the names on the left side of my blog. 

Monday, May 12, 2014

The background starts with pouring white gesso onto a piece of Ultra Smooth Premium White Cardstock.  I used an old credit card to move the color around and fill the page.  Next, I took a clean piece of card stock and gently 'kissed it' to the gesso'd piece, I gave it a little twist then pulled it apart slowly.  Viola!  Two pieces of textured cardstock. 

After they dried completely, I colored with a variety of Spectrum Noir blendable colored pencils.  Next, I poured a small amount of blending solution onto a paper towel and gently rubbed it over the pencil and gesso to blend the colors together. 

Using the stamped image as my guide, I colored with the darkest color, 093. 

Time for blending!  I used a light touch coloring in small circles.  I used 023 and 025 to blend between the light and dark colors.  TIP: when I am coloring light colors and when blending, I tend to hold my pencil further away from the tip to lighten the pressure.  When I am coloring dark areas, I tend to hold my pencil closer to the tip so I can really press the color into the paper.  Also, one really cool feature about working these lovely blendable pencils is they are a dry medium - so you can easily come back in later and add darker color and continue to blend until you are happy.  You can also erase if you color too dark or color in an area you did not intend too. 

I used the method above to color two additional flowers.  For the center, I used 018 and 024.  I cut out the images, edged them with a black water-based marker and slightly bent the pedals up. 

Shout Out: I took an on-line pencil basics class from Dina and got some great tips on coloring and blending.  The class along with having quality blend-able pencils helped me to achieve the results I wanted! 

Crafter's Companion has had several new releases.  For more ideas, be sure to pop over to the Crafter's Companion Information Blog, as well as visit the Crafter's Companion Education Team members.  You can see their latest designs by clicking on the names on the left side of my blog. 

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Please do Not Steal!All the Images and Text on this site are owned by the original creator, Trena Brannon.  Please do not copy or use anything without asking permission.  These projects are shared for inspirational use only.  Designs may not be copied for the purpose of publication or contest submissions.  Thank you for your support! 

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