How to Blend Posca Pens POSCA pens are incredibly popular among artists due to how they allow for rich and vibrant artwork. These pens are water-based, which makes them excellent for drawing and painting. Artists like how the ink that dries when using...
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How To Guides for artists and illustrators. We offer help and first-hand experience to guide our readers.
How to Color Shrinky Dinks
How to Color Shrinky Dinks Shrinky Dinks seemingly came and went years ago. However, they’ve had a recent resurgence amongst arts and crafts lovers. When it comes to coloring Shrinky Dinks, you may have experienced some setbacks. Well, this is because...
How to Use Gouache Paint on Canvas
How to Use Gouache Paint on Canvas Gouache is a type of paint that gets less attention competed to opaque watercolor, oil-based, and acrylic paints. However, there are many people who prefer this kind of paint due to how it can create vibrant pieces of art and...
How to Use Pastels on Paper
How to Use Pastels on Paper Soft pastels can be super easy to use and provide artists with the ability to create amazing artwork. If you’re looking to create art with tools other than paintbrushes, pens, and pencils, a soft pastel set may be just what you’re...
How to Keep Pen Ink on Skin
How to Keep Pen Ink on Skin Getting a tattoo can be incredibly exciting. However, it can also be daunting if you’re feeling unsure about what type of design you want to stay on your skin forever. Temporary tattoos are a great alternative that gives you the...
How to Shade With Markers – Let’s Take Another Look
How to Shade With Markers - Let's Take Another Look When it comes to shading with markers, there are a few important techniques to achieve the best results. There are also various markers available that can alter your shading results. After reading through...
How to Start Learning Calligraphy
How to Start Learning Calligraphy Calligraphy has been around for millennia, but many more artists are discovering and embracing it now. Calligraphy can be fantastic for wedding invitations, birthday cards, or just so that you can write a special message to...
How to Clean Miniature Paint Brushes
How to Clean Miniature Paint Brushes You shouldn't put off cleaning your miniature paintbrushes since doing so might result in a frayed or crusted brush that can no longer be used for art. This is especially the case when using acrylic paint. Therefore, you...
How to Blackout Prescription Labels
How to Blackout Prescription Labels Empty prescription bottles may be used to store a variety of tiny goods, including jewellery, tools, and craft supplies. However, these super sticky labels are not always simple to remove without leaving residual adhesive on...
How to Choose an Easel
How to Choose an Easel A dependable easel is an essential piece of studio equipment whether you're working in a studio, spare room, or kitchen. A good easel can improve your posture whilst painting. However, there are many artist easel options available which...
How to Use Watercolour Pencils on Rocks
How to Use Watercolour Pencils on Rocks Watercolor pencils can be incredibly fun to use when rock painting. However, there are a few key steps to painting rocks successfully. Below, you can learn more about the supplies needed, the types of rocks that are...
How to Write on Canvas
How to Write on Canvas When it comes to writing on canvas boards, there are a few different methods that you can choose from. These include using stencils and transfer paper. After reading through our post below, you’ll be left with a better idea about how...
How to Erase Watercolor
How to Erase Watercolor When it comes to making mistakes with watercolor painting, it can feel like the work is completely ruined. Well, you may be glad to hear that there are several ways that you can erase watercolor and start over so that any mistakes can be...
How to restore/paint a concrete outdoor statue
How to restore/paint a concrete outdoor statue If you’re looking to paint or restore a garden statue, you’re in the right place. The post below takes you through the various steps and techniques to properly restore/paint concrete outdoor statues so that they...
How to Draw With an Eraser
How to Draw With an Eraser Many artists use erasers for more than just erasing. They use them to add details to their work which may seem like a backward concept. However, after reading through this post, you’ll be left with a better idea about how to draw with...
How to Color Adult Coloring Books
How to Color Adult Coloring Books When it comes to adult coloring books, there are many options to consider and it can become quickly overwhelming. However, after reading through this post, you’ll be left with a better idea about the types of books and adult...
How to Make Glitter Pens
How to Make Glitter Pens If you’re interested in learning how to make glitter pens, you’re in the right place. You can transform your pens by learning to create glitter pens that add some spark to your work. This post includes the steps involved to turn...
How to Make the Color Gold With Colored Pencils
How to Make the Color Gold With Colored Pencils Learning to achieve a gold color throughout your artwork can be a tricky skill. If you’ve been struggling to make the color gold with colored pencils, then you’re in the right place. Below, you can learn the best...
How to Draw Foam
How to Draw Foam Learning how to draw foam is a skill set that many artists struggle with. This is especially the case when it comes to drawing the sea and creating realistic foam that often sits on the top of the waves. There are several steps involved in...
How to Use Brush Pens for Drawing
How to Use Brush Pens for Drawing Brush pens can be fantastic for creating artwork that stands out. These brushes are ink-based pens that have bristle tips instead of a chisel or felt tips. As a result, artists are able to utilize the brush pen as though it was...
How to Paint Watercolor on Canvas
How to Paint Watercolor on Canvas Are you interested in learning how to paint watercolor on canvas? If so, you’re in the right place. The post below takes you through the preparation steps and the different techniques involved in how to paint a canvas with...
How to Make Graff Ink
How to Make Graff Ink When it comes to graffiti art, there are many tools at your disposal that can help to develop your artwork. If you’re just starting out or want to learn how to utilise these tools more cheaply, this is the post for you. Below, you’ll...
How to Get Washable Marker Off Wall
How to Get Washable Marker Off Wall Washable markers can be super fun for kids to use and let their creative side run wild. However, if they end up getting ink on your walls, you may start to panic. Well, no need to worry any longer, this post takes you through...
How to Spray Paint a Desk
How to Spray Paint a Desk When it comes to spray painting your desk, or any other type of furniture, there are certain steps that should be taken to ensure that it doesn’t cause damage. In addition to this, there are steps and techniques involved that will...
How to Paint Brushed Nickel Finish
How to Paint Brushed Nickel Finish When it comes to creating a polished nickel finish on fixtures in your home, there are several preparation steps and factors to consider when painting to get the best results. So if you wanted to learn more about how to...
How to Draw With Alcohol Markers
How to Draw With Alcohol Markers Alcohol markers are used by professional artists all over the world for lettering and creative drawings. This is due to the range of vibrant colors that are available, as well as the fast drying times. Artists love using these...
How to Write With a Calligraphy Marker
How to Write With a Calligraphy Marker Calligraphy is an art form that looks wonderful and can make lettering more personal. If you’ve ever seen calligraphy writing videos, you may be interested in trying it out for yourself. Well, the post below takes you...
How to Use Arteza Watercolor Brush Pens
How to Use Arteza Watercolor Brush Pens Using Arteza watercolor brush pens may seem daunting, to begin with. However, once you’ve read through our post below, you’ll be feeling a lot more confident about how to use them for your artwork. These real brush pens...
How to Clean Chalk Paint Brushes
How to Clean Chalk Paint Brushes Cleaning chalk paint brushes can be a real chore. However, there are specific steps that you can take to easily and effectively clean paint from them. The post below takes you through these steps so that you can preserve the...
How to Dry Gel Pen Ink on Glossy Paper
How to Dry Gel Pen Ink on Glossy Paper Have you been struggling with how to keep dry gel pen ink on glossy paper? If so, you’ll find this post useful. Below, you can learn more about the types of ink that work best with glossy paper. As a result, you’ll be...
How to Use a Paint Marker
How to Use a Paint Marker Paint markers can be incredibly fun to use for a wide range of arts and crafts projects. People love using them because they're amazingly versatile - you can use paint pens on fabric, glass, paper, stone, and ceramics for detailed...
How to Make Skin Color With Markers
How to Make Skin Color With Markers When it comes to creating true-to-life skin tones in your artwork, there are several important factors to do it successfully. If you’ve been struggling to make skin colors look natural in your artwork by using markers, then...
How to Seal Paint Pens on Glass
How to Seal Paint Pens on Glass Are you struggling to get your paint to stay on glass surfaces? If so, this post takes you through the steps involved in preparing your glass, how to paint it, and the best methods to seal your designs so that they last. ...
How to Get Transparent Marker
How to Get Transparent Marker Roblox has a new game where players can set out to find an incredible total of 175 hidden markers. If you’ve been struggling to find some of these markers, check out the post below. We’ve included sections that include the...
How to Draw With Gel Pens
How to Draw With Gel Pens Gel pens can be fantastic for drawing and being creative. If you’re just getting started using a gel pen, check out the post below to learn the different methods that you can use to improve your skills. By the end, you’ll be feeling...
How to Mark a Golf Ball With a Sharpie
How to Mark a Golf Ball With a Sharpie Before the 1930s, it wasn’t the norm for golf balls to have designs or numbers. However, soon after, manufacturers started implementing numbers to their balls to help players distinguish their balls from others. This was...
How to Clean Calligraphy Nibs
How to Clean Calligraphy Nibs When it comes to cleaning calligraphy pen nibs, you may be glad to hear that the process is simple. However, there are a few key things to pay attention to in order to clean it effectively and not damage the pen. The post below...
How to Get Paper Marker
How to Get Paper Marker The Roblox game “Find the Markers” sounds simple enough. However, players have been struggling when it comes to finding all of the pens in the game. Nearly half a billion people have attempted to find all of the markers in this...
How to Spray Paint a Box
How to Spray Paint a Box If you’re looking for the best way to spray paint a box, you’re in the right place. At the outset, it seems like a simple task. However, the fast absorption rates of cardboard materials make it difficult to keep your spray paint designs...
How to Fill a Water Brush Pen
How to Fill a Water Brush Pen Waterbrush pens are unique in that they don’t include handles that are made out of plastic or wood. Instead, they include a water reservoir that works with caps and screws to keep it contained when the pen isn’t being used. ...
How to Spray Paint a Guitar
How to Spray Paint a Guitar Are you interested in changing the look of your guitar? Painting guitars can be a fantastic project, however, it must be done the right way to ensure that you get the best results and avoid causing damage. Using spray cans to...
How to Get Pencil Off Canvas
How to Get Pencil Off Canvas Are you struggling to remove pencil marks from a canvas? If so, this is the post for you. Below, we’ve outlined the best methods that you can use to remove pencil lines and marks to pastel pencils from canvas materials quickly...
How to Store Copic Markers
How to Store Copic Markers Learning how to properly store your Copic markers ensures that they can last you longer. There are several marker storage strategies available and this post outlines the best methods. By the end, you’ll have multiple Copic marker...
How to Use Copic Markers – A Quick Guide
How to Use Copic Markers - A Quick Guide Copic markers are fantastic when it comes to illustrating, drawing, sketching, and writing in all kinds of styles. They're used by manga artists and illustrators all over the world. You can use them to combine darker...
How to Make Kneaded Eraser Softer
How to Make Kneaded Eraser Softer A good kneaded head eraser comes with a rubber material that’s usually synthetic. This can then be broken up and turned into pieces of eraser putty for erasing pencil marks. One of the challenges that people find when using...
How to Make Dry-Erase Markers Work
How to Make Dry-Erase Markers Work Realising that your dry-erase marker has stopped working can be super annoying. This is especially the case if you were getting prepared to do an art project or write something on dry-erase boards. Well, you may be glad to hear...
How to Keep Sharpie on Skin
How to Keep Sharpie on Skin If you’re interested in getting a tattoo but don’t want the permanent factor, using a Sharpie to create temporary tattoos on your skin can be a great alternative. The Sharpie ink is temporary and can wash off over time, and you can...
How to Use Tombow Brush Pens
How to Use Tombow Brush Pens Are you wondering how to use a Tombow dual brush pen? If so, this is the post for you. These brush pens can be a fantastic addition to your art supplies, adding depth to your work - a Tombow brush pen is becoming more common in...
How to Use Gundam Markers
How to Use Gundam Markers If you’re wondering how to use Gundam markers, you’re in the right place. This post includes the steps involved with using Gundam markers so that you can feel more confident about using them for your projects. Preparation Steps Before...
How to Color With Copic Markers
How to Color With Copic Markers Have you been having a hard time trying to color with Copic markers? If so, you may find the tutorial below useful. By the end, you’ll have a better idea about the different methods involved to improving your coloring with Copic...
How to Write on a Mirror Temporarily
How to Write on a Mirror Temporarily If you’re wondering whether you can temporarily use dry-erase markers to write on mirrors, you’re in the right place. You may want to use a permanent marker to write on a mirror for several reasons. In most cases, you’ll want...
How to Refill Copic
How to Refill Copic Noticing that your Copic marker has run out of ink can be incredibly frustrating. You may be glad to hear that refilling your Copic pens can be a quick and easy task. This post takes you through the steps involved to refill your Copic ink so...
How to keep Oil Pastels From Smearing
How to keep Oil Pastels From Smearing Are you struggling to keep your oil pastel art from smearing? If so, you may be glad to hear that there are ways to seal oil pastels and preserve your oil painting. There are several fixatives that can be used to seal...
How to Get Copic Markers Cheap
How to Get Copic Markers Cheap With more people using Copic markers for artwork and note-taking, it has led to an increase in demand. As a result, people have been left trying to find the cheapest places to find Copic markers. Copic is a brand used by...
How to Write on Black Paper
How to Write on Black Paper If you’re interested in writing or creating artwork on black paper, you may struggle to achieve your desired results. This post walks you through some of the best pens to use for drawing and writing on black paper to create unique...
How to Spray Paint Fiberglass
How to Spray Paint Fiberglass When it comes to spray painting fiberglass, there are several steps involved to ensure it’s done correctly. Not sure what those are? Well, no need to worry, below, we’ve outlined the various steps that you can follow to successfully...
How to Use a Scorch Marker
How to Use a Scorch Marker Pyrography involves dry wood being burned and used for artwork. It’s a unique form of art that can make for exciting projects. One of the main tools used in this type of art is a scorch marker. If you’re feeling unsure about how...
How to Permanently Write on Rocks
How to Permanently Write on Rocks When it comes to painting on rocks, there are several things to keep in mind that will increase your chances of success. By the end of this post, you’ll be feeling more assured about how to use Sharpies for rock painting. How to...
How to Make Erasable Pens
How to Make Erasable Pens Before erasable pens were created, mistakes made with pen and paper were permanent. The use of a ballpoint pen caused a lot of frustration among people who were filling out official documents or forms and who made mistakes halfway...
How to Draw Caricatures Fast
How to Draw Caricatures Fast Learning to draw caricatures can be tricky due to the big learning curve that’s involved. However, once you’ve nailed the process, you’ll be able to have a ton of fun drawing caricatures of any friend or family member. There are some...
How to Clean Pigment Ink Off Stamps
How to Clean Pigment Ink Off Stamps You may be glad to hear that there are several methods you can use to remove pigment ink from rubber stamps. These methods include baby wipes, special stamp cleaners, water, and soap. The methods for cleaning a rubber stamp...
How to Seal Spray Paint on Glass
How to Seal Spray Paint on Glass If you’re interested in how to spray paint glass, this is the post for you. There are certain preparation steps, techniques involved during the painting process, and sealant steps to take to achieve the best results. This post...
How to Sketch With Colored Pencils
How to Sketch With Colored Pencils If you’re wondering how to improve your sketching skills with colored pencils, this is the post for you. Below, we’ve outlined the best sketching methods to use to develop your skills when using colored pencils. This...
How to Take Apart a Paint Roller Frame
How to Take Apart a Paint Roller Frame If you’ve been struggling to take apart a paint roller frame, you’ll be glad to hear that there are a few effective methods to look at. Below, you can find out just some of our top tips on how to take apart paint rollers...
How to Highlight My Bible
How to Highlight My Bible When it comes to studying the bible, highlighting sections can be useful for deepening your understanding. If you’re wondering how to go about highlighting your bible, take a look through our post below. Highlighters can be...
How to Write With a Calligraphy Pen
How to Write With a Calligraphy Pen Calligraphy writing is a fantastic skill to possess for hobbyists, artists, and writers. If you’re interested in how to start using calligraphy pens to start writing, check out the details below. After reading through...
How to Color With Markers Without Streaks – a Quick Guide
How to Color With Markers Without Streaks - a Quick Guide Alcohol-based markers, water-based markers, and oil-based markers can all be great for art projects. However, many people struggle to avoid streaks with their marker strokes. If this is something...
How to Write on Metal – a Quick Guide
How to Write on Metal - a Quick Guide When it comes to affordable craft markers, you may be struggling with which metal paint markers are best for the job. Marking metal can be tricky if you’re not using the right types of permanent markers. They can end up...
How to Store Markers and Pens
How to Store Markers and Pens Markers and pens seem like they wouldn’t take up much space until you have a big collection of them. The more pens you have, the harder it gets to keep the ink flow consistent. As a result, people end up throwing out their marker...
How to Get Dry-Erase Marker Out of Carpet
How to Get Dry-Erase Marker Out of Carpet Dry-erase markers are great for taking notes and art projects, however, getting a marker stain on your carpet can be an absolute pain. If you don’t know the correct methods to remove marker stains, you may end up making...
How to Store Dry-Erase Markers
How to Store Dry-Erase Markers If you’ve been noticing that your dry-erase markers run out quicker than you expected, it’s likely because you’re not storing them properly....making you store your markers the right way will therefore enable you to continue using...
How to Blend Crayola Markers
How to Blend Crayola Markers Crayola signature blending markers can add depth to your artwork by allowing you to shade with light and dark variations. There are several blending techniques to keep in mind when using these markers due to how the colors react...
How to Get Marker Out of Clothes
How to Get Marker Out of Clothes Are you looking for ways to remove permanent marker stains from clothes? If so, you’re in the right place. Below, you can find some of the best methods for removing permanent marker stains from clothes that work quickly and...
How to Draw on a Pumpkin With Markers
How to Draw on a Pumpkin With Markers Decorating pumpkins with markers can be so much fun. However, getting the black marker to stay on your pumpkins for Halloween can be tricky. Well, this post includes some of the factors to keep in mind with decorating...
How to Spray Paint Shoes
How to Spray Paint Shoes Adding spray paint to leather shoes or canvas shoes can be quick and easy, so long as you follow the right steps. This post includes all of the details that you need to know on how to spray paint shoes properly. Preparation...
How to Clean Prismacolor Colorless Blender Marker
How to Clean Prismacolor Colorless Blender Marker When it comes to using a Prismacolor blender marker, you may find that you struggle to clean it effectively and if your colored pens aren’t properly cleaned, it can then make them ineffective for your art...
How to Color With Prismacolor Markers
How to Color With Prismacolor Markers Prismacolor markers are fantastic for adding detail to your art by being able to experience silky ink flow with fine tips. Artists love how much saturation they’re able to add to their DIY projects by using these...
How to Write on Wood Without Bleeding
How to Write on Wood Without Bleeding If you’re interested in creating wood signs for your home or to sell to others, using wood sign stencils and paint is one of the most popular methods. However, many people quickly realise that the paint is prone to bleeding...
How to Use Fabric Markers on T-shirts
How to Use Fabric Markers on T-shirts When it comes to using fabric markers on t-shirts, there are several techniques to keep in mind to achieve the best results. Below, you can learn how to decorate your fabric surface easily and permanently using a marker...
How to Fix Dried-Out Prismacolor Markers
How to Fix Dried-Out Prismacolor Markers If you have a dying Prismacolor marker, you may be surprised to find that you don’t need to throw it out right away. The 'good news' is, there are ways that you can revive your permanent marker, and the 'even better news'...
How to Make a Dry-Erase Board Out of Paper
How to Make a Dry-Erase Board Out of Paper Creating your own dry-erase board from home can be a rewarding activity that provides you with a useful end product. To learn exactly how to make a dry-erase board out of paper, follow the steps below. By the end,...
How to Clean Paint Marker Nibs
How to Clean Paint Marker Nibs If you find that your paint pen tips need to be cleaned, there are several steps to follow to achieve the best results and below, we’ve outlined the cleaning process involved with paint pens to help you with this. By the end,...
How to Make Sharpie Stay on Skin
How to Make Sharpie Stay on Skin If you’re interested in getting a tattoo but feeling unsure about which design you want, using a Sharpie drawing can be a great starting point. Getting a permanent tattoo is a big choice to consider due to how it stays on your...
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Couch
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Couch If you find permanent marker on your couch, don’t panic. There are several ways that you can clean the ink from the fabric without damaging it. Check out our post below to learn more about the best cleaning methods to get...
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Carpet
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Carpet If you notice a permanent marker stain on your carpet and want to remove it, this is the post for you. Below, we’ve outlined the best methods for how to get permanent marker off carpet. Permanent marker stains can be...
How to Remove Expo Marker
How to Remove Expo Marker If you’re interested in how to remove EXPO marker stains from your whiteboard or other surfaces, you’re in the right place. Our post below outlines the most effective methods that you can use to remove permanent marker ink from your...
How to Use Prismacolor Markers
How to Use Prismacolor Markers Prismacolors are fantastic art supplies that people use when it comes to improving their blending skills. Many artists also like how these permanent marker pens don’t produce a strong odor due to how the ink is water-based. ...
How to Use Cricut Pens
How to Use Cricut Pens Are you wondering how to use Cricut pens? Well, you’re in the right place. Below, you can learn more about how to use Cricut pens so that you can feel more confident about improving your art skills. Unlike any other pen, Cricut...
How to Refill Alcohol Markers
How to Refill Alcohol Markers Alcohol-based markers are incredibly popular due to how they can be used for art projects, writing, as well as for architectural designs. If you find that your pens have run out, you may be pleased to hear that instead of...
How to Remove China Marker
How to Remove China Marker China markers, also known as grease pencils, are excellent for use in artwork. However, if you’re not familiar with them, you may struggle to remove grease pencil marks from surfaces such as tiles, glass, shoes, paper, fabric, and...
How to Use Infusible Ink Pens
How to Use Infusible Ink Pens Infusible ink pens are fantastic for adding depth and vibrant colors to your artwork, however, on the outside, using infusible ink markers can seem like a confusing task. Well, no need to fear, this post includes easy steps that you...
How to Seal Sharpie on Canvas
How to Seal Sharpie on Canvas When it comes to sealing Sharpie ink on canvas materials, you may have had some trouble getting it to stay permanent. If so, you’re in the right place. This post includes the best methods that you can apply to get your Sharpie ink...
How to Write on Glass Permanently
How to Write on Glass Permanently Writing with permanent marker pens on glass can be a fun art project. However, if you’re interested in getting it to last, you may have noticed that the ink tends to smudge, crack, and fade away. Well, this post includes the...
How to Get Fabric Marker Out of Fabric
How to Get Fabric Marker Out of Fabric Fabric markers can be great for writing or creating unique designs on clothing items. However, if you make a mistake, you may have difficulty removing permanent marker stains, and you have to start over again on a new piece...
Watercolor Markers How to Use
Watercolor Markers How to Use Watercolor markers can be a great addition to your art skills. If you’re new to using these markers, you may be feeling a little unsure about the best practices involved with using them. These art materials can commonly be found in...
How to Remove Washable Marker From Fabric Couch
How to Remove Washable Marker From Fabric Couch Crayola washable markers are great for art projects. However, the stain removal process involved with removing Crayola marker ink from fabric upholstery can seem like an impossible challenge. Below, you can...
How to Get Off Old Dry Erase Marker
How to Get Off Old Dry Erase Marker Stubborn stains from dry-erase markers are super annoying. If you’re tired of buying a new dry-erase board every time you get a fresh dry-erase marker stain, this is the post for you. Below, you can find some of the best...
How to Get Sharpie Off of Rubber
How to Get Sharpie Off of Rubber Getting a permanent marker stain on your rubber surfaces can be incredibly annoying. This is especially if you’ve been struggling with ways to remove stains from rubber shoe soles or other surfaces. Well, this post outlines...
How to Remove Sharpie From Painted Wood
How to Remove Sharpie From Painted Wood Permanent marker stains from Sharpies on wood furniture can be tough to remedy. However, several effective methods can enable you to clean your wood surface and remove marker stains easily. Let’s take a look at the...
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Laminate Wood
How to Get Permanent Marker Off Laminate Wood Permanent marker stains can be a hassle to remove from laminate wood surfaces or wood furniture. Furthermore, it’s important to know which solutions to use to avoid damaging your floors. After reading through...