{"id":6745,"date":"2019-01-26T13:50:51","date_gmt":"2019-01-26T17:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thevirtualinstructor.com\/blog\/?p=6745"},"modified":"2019-06-27T20:26:57","modified_gmt":"2019-06-28T00:26:57","slug":"how-to-draw-a-bunch-of-grapes-with-colored-pencils","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thevirtualinstructor.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-a-bunch-of-grapes-with-colored-pencils","title":{"rendered":"How to Draw a Bunch of Grapes with Colored Pencils"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In this tutorial, we\u2019ll explore the possibilities of toned grey paper in combination with colored pencils. We have a wonderful subject to draw \u2013 a bunch of juicy, springy, glossy grapes. Are you excited?<\/p>\n

It would be no exaggeration to say that when we think about paper, most likely we have white paper<\/em> in mind. It is a well-known, basic option. But there is a full range of other options. For example, muted beige, cool grey, midnight black, salad green or dusty pink colored paper. Our paper doesn’t have to be white. It may be any color we imagine. There is a whole world of paper tones, each full of creative potential!<\/p>\n

A toned surface has its advantages. At minimum, it helps the artist to save a little time, broaden their horizons, and diversify their skill set. If you\u2019re interested to learn more about the advantages of drawing on toned paper, check out this wonderful article:<\/p>\n

Six Reasons to Draw On Toned Paper<\/a><\/p>\n

The Art Supplies for This Project<\/h2>\n

I\u2019ll be using grey pastel paper<\/strong> with a subtle texture and Faber-Castell Polychromos<\/strong> colored pencils.<\/p>\n

Before starting the drawing, I pick a limited range of colors to limit my palette and relieve my mind of excess thinking in the process. The selected pencils are:<\/p>\n