Joanna James
Have you recently acquired an interest in art and wondering where to begin? Then, here's a list of items you need to purchase to create that picture perfect drawing.
No drawing can be done without a pencil, right? And an eraser. You don't have to spend a lot of money here; any basic pencil will work. However, many opt for a mechanical pencil as it is easier to be in control of the line widths using these. Mars plastic eraser is a popular choice as it tends to rub off neatly without leaving smudges and ruining your masterpiece. If you are travelling around Sri Lanka, and want to check out some Sri Lankan art, then you can start by checking out places like the Sri Lankan Art Gallery.
A ruler is another useful product where you don't have to splurge on. Honestly, all you need to do is spend on one. Having said that, many pros do tend to hoard them in different lengths. A metal ruler will be better than wooden or plastic, as it won't tend to get uneven in places over time. And it truly stands the test of time.
Another art essential which you must purchase is the pen. Micron pens are the favourite ones among art enthusiast and have a cult-like following. Why? Well, they pretty much dry as soon as you take the pen off the paper, and you need this in order to avoid smudging. And the line width you can achieve with this pen is amazing!
Now to add some colour to your drawing. You can go back to your kindergarten days and play around with some crayons and coloured pencils to add colour to your piece. Nope, they aren't just for the kids you know! You can create fascinating crayon portraits with the use of wax crayons.
Once you have tried your hand at crayons, go ahead and purchase some watercolours. Add colour to your art and see it transform to the artwork you always dreamt of creating. Just make sure to use paper that can take in watercolours. Light papers tend to take in the moisture and cause a bubbling effect. You don't want this!
You will learn in time, that paintbrushes are something that is of personal preference, meaning you will start having favourites in due time. Go to an art store and pick up brushes of various sizes and start using them at your will. You will find yourself having a preference for a few brushes and this mainly depends on what kind of art you like to draw.
You cannot create a painting without some base work, yes? For this, you need to invest in some paper. And there are lots of different papers to choose from. Take your time and explore the options. Try the Strathmore 70 lb. Drawing Paper which is fit for any kind of art, even the ones you want to add watercolours to.
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