Materials
Understanding Pencil Grades — HB, 2B, H and What They Mean
What pencil hardness and softness actually mean, and which grades to reach for when sketching or shading.
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Honest material recommendations, simple techniques for beginners, and artists worth knowing.
Practical guides and inspiration for your creative journey.
What pencil hardness and softness actually mean, and which grades to reach for when sketching or shading.
Read articleSmall daily practices that help beginners loosen up and see more — no talent required.
Read articleHow a Japanese printmaker captured the power of the sea and changed art forever.
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E Blue Artist is a small journal about making art feel approachable. We share the supplies we actually use, techniques that work for beginners, and artists whose work is worth knowing.
Like a lighthouse guiding ships home — we help you find your way through the many ways to draw and paint.
