Ditto on looking for a list f the colours required. I have the set of 60 but after lesson 1 realise I don’t have a big enough range of blues. I have started to order more, but assuming the same issue will arse when I come to the greens etc. I will have to watch all of the lessons up front to get a feel for what I am going to need.

Yes, most definitely.

Hi Jeff,

Thanks for your comments! The homework sessions are not recorded. It’s hard to say what could be improved without seeing the work in progress. What specifically do you think is happening with the colors and textures?

Is there video of the “homework” portion between lessons 4 an 5? I’m having some difficulty with mine. I just don’t like they way it’s going. My colors don’t look right, textures, etc. Everything was going great until then. I know this isn’t a new lesson but I thought I’d ask anyway. By the way, I love your site and lessons. I’ve learned a ton. I’m 48 and haven’t done much artwork since high school but you’ve helped me get the itch back.

Thanks,
Jeff

Hi Stephen,

No, the colors aren’t listed but are mentioned during the lessons. I somewhat think it’s better to learn to mix colors based on color theory instead of on color names. This allows you to be free to chose whatever brand you wish and to develop your mixing and layering skills with colored pencils.

Hi Matt, Did you list the colors you used, and if so, can you point me to them. Thanks, Stephen

Hi Lois,

Thanks for your comments. Well, I’d say you have a few options…

1. You can use what you have and try mixing colors by layering.
2. You can order a larger set of pencils so that you have more choices.
3. You can use the same brand of colored pencils for every colored pencil drawing that you create and just collect additional colors over time.

I think what you do depends on what you are wanting to get out of the lessons. Are you wanting to copy the drawing that I am creating exactly? Or are you wanting to learn from the techniques used so that you can use them to create your own drawings. I suggest focusing on the latter. It’s fine to follow along with the lessons and draw as well, but ultimately you should focus on creating your own original art from what you learn through practice. The materials should never be a hinderance to your artistic drive. Work with what you have or expand your collection – but either way it shouldn’t stop you from making marks.

Lois