New year, new bullet journal? Or maybe you are looking into what notebook to use for bullet journal because you are preparing a thoughtful gift to a journaling friend or relative. No matter the reason, we’ll help you find the best notebook for a bullet journal based on your requirements and personal preferences, and guide […]
Learn Calligraphy: Free Worksheets To Practice Your Lettering
Looking to improve your calligraphy skills? Or maybe you are just looking for something to do to keep your mind focuses and help reduce stress levels. Calligraphy is a great exercise for focus and mindfulness and the following calligraphy free worksheets are a great place to start. You can either print them or use them […]
Best Android Tablet for Drawing And Sketching
Many android tablets coupled with a good stylus and the right software can become the perfect digital sketching tool. Unlike traditional sketching tablets which don’t have a display, an android tablet is entirely self sufficient, and can be used on its own or connected to a computer. But how do you go about choosing the […]
Best Drawing Tablet For Beginners
Paperless drawing tablets have been popular for many years among professional graphic artists and engineers, and they used to be quite the investment. Nowadays the price range has evolved and there are many affordable drawing tablets suitable for beginners or those just dipping their feet into digital art. They are perfect for beginner artists: you […]
Best Drawing Tablet – Overview And Buying Guide
Drawing tablets allow artists to create art in a whole new digital medium, and can be used in combination with pen and paper to create more effectively. If you or your kid enjoy drawing as a hobby they can be a great alternative to a sketchbook as they will allow endless practicing and learning with […]
Best Fountain Pens Under $100
The pleasure of writing with a fountain pen is one of the best things in life. At least it is for me, which considering my stationery addiction is not surprising. Writing notes on paper helps your brain process the information and memorise it better. Doing it with a fountain pen that smoothly flows over the paper leaving […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Pencil Calligraphy
I love pencil calligraphy because it can produce results as attention grabbing as brush pen calligraphy, but without the mess and the ink. You can also practice it anywhere, all you need is a pen and a stack of paper, and the skills you practice will be useful for dip pen calligraphy as well as […]
What Type of Pencil is Best for Sketches
If you want to regularly use your sketchbook, knowing what type of pencil is best for sketches can make a huge difference in both comfort and productivity. Using the right tools for the job, so to speak, means you’ll be able to learn and refine your drawing technique much quicker. It is also much more […]
10 Mixed Media Backgrounds From Everyday Materials
Creating interesting backgrounds is an important part of mixed media art, but buying art supplies can get expensive. Making everyday materials into cool looking mixed media art backgrounds is much more fun! In order to choose the best mixed media background materials, start by choosing a theme for your artwork. Are you going for rustic […]
The Perfect Cure For Artist’s Block
Artist’s block is one of the most common issues with artists, both experienced and beginners. The white emptiness of that brand new sketchbook looking at you, daring you to paint. The fear of not knowing what to paint, where to start or what to do. The calling of other things to do that keep you […]