Tag Archives: Pentel Aquash Water Brush

Sharukh

Posted on March 15, 2017 by dkatiepowellart

If I am to draw people, then they have to be people I care about… I’ve met some interesting people through blogging! Sharukh let’s me steal his images and paint them — He is a travel writer and guide, so … Continue reading →

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Liz

Posted on March 13, 2017 by dkatiepowellart

Oh amazing Liz Doyle whose site I landed on because of her abstract prayer flags, and stayed hanging around the blog because I was fascinated by cold wax and her images were mesmerizing… Now we are friends.  Ain’t life grand? … Continue reading →

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Neil, Father of Uncle Paul

Posted on March 12, 2017 by dkatiepowellart

Neil is another artist who delights me! He is the creator of Uncle Paul… those who know him know Uncle Paul. Sorry to leave you out of an inside joke but we are trying to get him to publish! He … Continue reading →

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Pat in Pencil

Posted on March 11, 2017 by dkatiepowellart

Pat does magic with pencil, pen and colored papers. In the #oneweek100people craziness I decided to play again with colored pencils in an homage to Pat.  She has a cheery face and style and I hoped to capture her. Mitchell … Continue reading →

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#OneWeek100People2017 (I thought I was done)

Posted on March 8, 2017 by dkatiepowellart

Okay this was fun for a bit… But still faces a no-go for me! Gregory allowed me to have a bit of fun with them, and find a way in… ONE more day, and no more.  This time I mean … Continue reading →

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Tools: Brush Pens

Posted on December 4, 2016 by dkatiepowellart

I don’t sketch with brush pens often, because I like a juicy wash and/or pen and ink — BUT I do occasionally, and so, here is my take on them. They are great on the go for quick sketches, thinking … Continue reading →

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Tools: Water-Brushes and Pigmented Brushes

Posted on October 16, 2015 by dkatiepowellart

I don’t use water brushes except in two places — I keep them by the side of the bed (I am an insomniac, so also have a sketch pad and travel watercolors) and when in the field. Don’t forget, these … Continue reading →

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