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How to Draw & Paint EVIL Fae Kings & Queens in Watercolor & Gouache

5/6/2024

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Last month's art lessons on the "friendly" Fae Kings & Queens were soooo much fun! But Lucy and I were both equally thrilled to create their sinister counterparts! Where else in our lives can we feel like it's Halloween in MAY?! This month's Celtic Collective lessons feature projects in watercolor and gouache!
Evil Fae King & Queen Online Art Courses with Artists Karen Campbell & Lucy Brydon in the Celtic Collective

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The Wicked BAD Couple in Ink & Watercolors with Karen

Wicked Bad Couple Watercolor Painting Online Art Course with Karen Campbell Artist in the Celtic Collective Art Club
Before we get toooo far into this project, let's talk watercolor paper!
Over the years, I've discovered working on higher quality watercolor paper REALLY makes a difference, and somehow makes watercoloring EASIER. I also feel that working on larger paper for projects helps us to "spread out," so for this particular project, I opted to work on Arches 12"x16" cold press watercolor paper. 

I've also never done fountain pen ink painting on high quality watercolor paper, so this is kind of an experiment to see how they work together (or not!). ​As always, please feel free to use what you have and love!! Here's what I used...

Supplies

Random Washi (would have preferred painters tape but couldn't find it).

The paper was Arches 100% ColdPress Cotton 12" x 16" - VERY textured, VERY expensive.
https://amzn.to/3U659rg

I used 0.7 from Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf

Can't afford that one? Here is a link to a super and VERY affordable (and cute!) set I just picked up that has all the same pencil leads in it!!
 https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL

Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes Rounds and Mops https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order

I used several new watercolors all by Angora - they were supposed be "Opaque" but, are not :) It's difficult to say what the colors are because they don't have names or numbers but I do my best to call out which pan they are as I go. I used about 4 of those colors for both of their skin tones. https://amzn.to/4aDyu3z

Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF

QoR Watercolor in Burnt Umber https://amzn.to/3vWCLQt
Payne's Grey,

Violet from Derwent Paint Pan Studio Set of 24 https://amzn.to/3xfjwln

Daniel Smith Watercolors in MoonGlow (background) https://amzn.to/443D7RQ

Daniel Smith Carbazole Violet https://amzn.to/3xAr9TA

Noodler's Ink Lexington Grey (permanent) https://amzn.to/3DLWS2d

Noodler's Ink Widow Maker (red) https://amzn.to/3tCN1Gp

Copic white for highlights https://amzn.to/3DO2r23

I was SO SAD not to be able to use my Pentel Pocket Brush Pen on the rough surface of the paper, so reached for this pen by Tombow instead: https://amzn.to/4d5hwgb

I JUST bought those, not knowing what I'd need them for, but apparently the universe did so yay!

I also needed to use some Artist Big Brush Pitt Pens by Faber-Castell because again, my paper was so rough I needed something more "Hardy" than my soft watercolor bristles to paint his long gross hair, lol!

Luckily the Pitt Pens did just the trick!! Unless you're working on super rough paper you don't need to invest in them. I use them all the time in the Mixed Media Society, my first use for them here.

​Truly, no need to invest, they are $$$ and I was just being lazy! I really could have continued with the watercolors or switched to gouache for a more opaque look.

🧚Ready to start this CREEPY 2.5-Hour Lesson?? Let's go!!
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Super Evil Dark Queen in Line & Wash with Karen

Evil Dark Queen in Line & Wash Online Art Course with Karen Campbell Artist in the Celtic Collective Online Art Club
Somehow for me, whenever I'm doing a dark and "evil" art project, I reach for my elegant writer and inks! They're soooo moody!! If you've never used the elegant writer before, it's actually a calligraphy pen that's watersoluble. My favorite thing to do with the activated ink is to blot it with a paper towel to LIFT some of the ink because you can achieve some REALLY COOL pinks and purples, like this...
How to Activate the Elegant Writer and Achieve Pinks & Purples with Karen Campbell Artist

Supplies

Hot Press watercolor is perfect for this project as it's nice and smooth for drawing on but can still work with the water you'll need to activate the pen lines.

Fabriano Hot Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/3Ysrp0f

0.5 and 0.3 (the best for tiny facial feature and those horrible hands) from this Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set https://amzn.to/3OMntBT

All you'll need is 1 Elegant Writer https://amzn.to/4dbq9Wo
(I LOVE the chisesl nib because you can make both fat and thin lines, as I demo in the first video for this lesson).

I'm using a few of the Rounds (Numbers 1 and 2) by Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order

Noodlers Ink La Reine Mauve https://amzn.to/3whEGz4

Noodlers Highlighter Firefly Yellow https://amzn.to/4aNXsNB

And I couldn't track down that weird green ink I was using!

And white for highlights, a MUST! Copic Opaque Paint with Brush https://amzn.to/3Dfr1ZW

The hand reference (which you can grab below) is from Anne Stoke's book https://amzn.to/3U5uXnm

🧚Ready to begin this 1-hour lesson?! I can't wait!!​
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Evil Crone Queen in Gouache with Lucy

Evil Crone with Crows Gouache Online Art Lesson with Lucy Brydon in the Celtic Collective
If you've never worked with gouache before, this lesson is a great one to get you acclimated. It takes a bit of practice because it's not quite watercolor, and not quite acrylic.

Feel free to do this lesson as a mini warm-up if you've never tried gouache before, or simply dive right in. 
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Today's gouache project only requires a few tubes to create a super striking and CREEPY old woman. Lucy teaches you exactly how to draw this woman from scratch, but also includes jpgs of her finished piece and original drawing reference- in case you'd like to skip the drawing portion of this lesson (to transfer/trace her instead), and dive right into painting. 

​Again, use whatever art supplies you love most, here's what Lucy used:

Supplies


  • Watercolor paper (Lucy used 11x14 inch Fabriano but any make will do as long as its 300gsm - hot pressed is better for gouache than cold pressed although Lucy's is sort of in between)
  • Selection of brushes suitable for gouache/mixed media (not watercolor brushes) Lucy used the Kingart Original Gold but any make will do: https://www.dickblick.com/products/kingart-original-gold-brushes/ here is an example but you can google for where to buy at the best price.
  • Gouache in the following colors: Black, white, grey (optional because you can mix black and white) mauve (if you haven't got mauve you can choose another color) and a red such as alizarin crimson for the lips, Naples yellow and a brown such as burnt Sienna or umber for the skin tone.
  • pencil for sketching
🧚Ready to start this nearly 2-hour lesson?? Me too!!!
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Spooky Spider King & Queen in Watercolor with Lucy

Spooky Spider King & Queen in Watercolor Online Art Lesson with Lucy Brydon in the Celtic Collective Online Art Club
This one looks so amazing too!! I love the spiderwebs and color scheme.

Use whatever colors you love and have on hand.

​Here are the watercolors Lucy used...
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Supplies

  • Watercolor paper 300gsm
  • Polina Bright watercolor brushes
  • Colo-erase pencil in purple
  • PH Martin bleed proof white
  • White gel pen
  • Elegant writer pen
  • Pentel brush pen
  • you might also want to use a fine liner black pen

​🧚Ready to start this super fun 2-hour lesson?! Let's do it!!
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​​Missed Our Last LIVE Paint-Along?

Don't worry about it! There's NO "behind" in any of the clubs at Awesome Art School. You art along when it's best for YOUR schedule. I'll always have a replay ready and waiting for you.

​Honestly, they're JUST as fun!!
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We have a blast with EVERY art-along, but this one was particularly FUN!! Lucy and I both decided to work in gouache for this project. 
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What Else is Coming Up in May?

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Enjoying the "Couple" Projects? 

You'll love these too, if you didn't get to do them last month!
Adorable Happy Couple Alcohol Markers Drawing & Coloring Lesson from Karen Campbell Artist
Happy Fairy King & Queen Alcohol Markers Online Art Lesson with Lucy Brydon Artist
Gonk Gnomes in Watercolor with Lucy Brydon Artist Online Art Lesson in the Celtic Collective

And, Just in Case You Missed It...

You were also given a "Cross Club" alcohol marker drawing lesson to go along with the FREE Mixed Media Speakeasy project if you're in the mood for something a little bit different!

​Both are free and super fun!!
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How to Draw & Paint Enchanting Portraits of Fae Kings & Queens in Alcohol Markers & Watercolor!

4/7/2024

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This month, we're visiting the enchanting world of friendly fae royalty in the Celtic Collective! Lucy and I can't wait to teach you how to draw and paint these adorable King & Queen couples, a HOT young King, and SULTRY Princess! We'll be working in a variety of mediums including pencil, alcohol markers, and watercolor. 
How to Draw & Paint Fairy Queens, Kings & Princesses with Artists Karen Campbell & Lucy Brydon

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✨Adorable Fae Couple in Markers with Karen✨

This one is totally beginner friendly, so PLEASE don't shy away if you've never tried working with alcohol markers before, or if doing 2 faces (one being a guy!) intimidate you in any way. Remember, I'm holding your hand the entire way, step-by-step in this super FUN online art lesson!! 

If you're new to alcohol markers and feel like you might benefit from an intro or refresher to markers, this simple floral lesson is a great warmup of how it FEELS to work with alcohol markers before jumping into a more in-depth project :)
Fairy Alcohol Marker Art Drawing Online Art Lesson with Karen Campbell Artist in the Celtic Collective

Supplies

As always, use whatever you have and love most, this is what I used...
Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf

Bristol Paper 11 x 14 https://amzn.to/3MkxzdY

Molotow Fineliners https://amzn.to/3Bp41GF

Molotow ALTERNATIVE (1/3 of the price) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8

Ohuhu markers WG0.5, R19, R26, R29, Yr6 (crown) from skin tones set https://amzn.to/3XphRmx

and Copics for the following colors:
Greens YG63, YG67
Blues BG49, BG15
Purple V17
Browns E59, E79
Artbeek assorted (red, greys, dark yellow)

Do NOT get caught up in having the exact colors. Just pick quick and GO HAVE FUN!!

Sharpie paint marker for highlights or 3 pk White Posca Paint Pens https://amzn.to/3OLAiiu

​And a big bowl for the wreath :)

🧚Ready to start this 2-hour lesson? Me toooooo!!​
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✨Happy Fairy Couple in Markers with Lucy✨

Fairy King & Queen Alcohol Marker Online Art Lesson with Artist Lucy Brydon in the Celtic Collective
Another cute couple in alcohol markers!! So fun!! 
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I love their matching crowns, freckles and smiles :)
And of course, Lucy's rendering of these two is amazing as always!!

Feel free to use whatever you love and have on hand.

​Here's what Lucy used...

Supplies

11x14 inch marker paper​
  • a pencil to sketch out
  • Black fineliner pens (varying sizes to get different thickness of line are good!)
  • White gel pen for highlights

Rather than listing all the specific marker shades, Lucy just snapped a pic for us, so if you need suggestions - here's what she was working with :) 
Alcohol Marker Colors Love by Lucy Brydon for this Lesson
🧚Ready to start this awesome lesson?! Me tooooooo!
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✨HOT Fairy King in Watercolor with Karen✨

How to Watercolor a HOT Fairy King with Karen Campbell Artist
I think we should do HOT Fairy Kings every month!! LOL :) 

I hope you have as much fun with this lesson as I did!

I used my Terrain Watercolor Set by Prima for this project. If you don't have it, but are thinking about purchasing this palette, I recently reviewed it on YouTube HERE.

​Here's what else I used...

Supplies

Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil https://amzn.to/3OMntBT

Fabriano Hot Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/3Ysrp0f

TERRAIN Set by Prima https://amzn.to/47ln5UO

Danel Smith lamp black https://amzn.to/3DO0FOh

Danel Smith phthalo blue https://amzn.to/3OqfFXF

Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/47qiAbk

Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes Round 1 and 2 - I order from https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order

Flat Watercolor Brushes 1/2" and 1" by Silver Brush
(Velvet) https://amzn.to/49VPqC6

If you don't have any watercolor brushes I highly recommend this super affordable set and it does come with a flat brush too: https://amzn.to/3gCZWRZ

Copic Opaque Paint with Brush https://amzn.to/3Dfr1ZW

🧚Ready for this fun 1.5-hour lesson? Yay!!
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✨SULTRY Fairy Princess✨
with Lucy in Watercolor

EASY Watercolor Princess Online Art Lesson with Lucy Brydon Artist in the Celtic Collective
I just LOVE this lesson from Lucy!! Isn't she gorgeous?!

Lucy used two other Prima watercolor sets for this piece - the Woodlands set (which has this beautiful turquoise in it! I reviewed it here on YouTube if you wanna see the other colors), and the Prima complexions set (reviewed here on YouTube). 

Don't worry if you don't have either of these palettes- use whatever you have. Here's what else Lucy used...

Supplies

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  • Watercolor paper 300gsm (I used a large sheet of Fabriano cold pressed)
  • Prima complexions set
  • Prima Woodlands set
  • Paintbrushes by Polina Bright
  • I also use a small "mini quill" by Schimoni Art - you can find them HERE
  • Fineliner pens (make sure they are waterproof)
  • Pentel Brush pen
  • White gel pen for highlights
  • Circle tool is also handy for drawing out the eye shapes if you need it!
🧚Let's begin this lesson!! Love it!!
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Missed Our Last LIVE Art-Along?

I LOVED this sexy fairy queen!!! Isn't she pretty? Tons of peeps have been posting their versions of her in the Facebook Group!

I'm so proud of everyone who did this lesson with us.

​We had a blast playing with everyone :)
March 2024 Celtic Collective LIVE Art Along Online Art Lesson with Artists Karen Campbell & Lucy Brydon
If you weren't able to join us for this exclusive Members Only Podcast LIVE - please don't worry! That's what the replay is for :)

​CLICK HERE or press the button below to do it now.
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What Else is Comin' Up This Month?

April 2024 Celtic Collective Calendar
See the LIVE Event scheduled for the end of April on the 28th?

This is totally FREE and is a mixed media project you might LOVE! 

You get FREE access to this as a Celtic Collective member:)

We'll be painting this Speakeasy girlie below, "Hambuger style!"
Speakeasy Showcase LIVE Art Along Event with Karen Campbell Artist
Grab the PDFs to prep for this lesson here: ​
https://awesomeartschool.com/p/speakeasy-special-event

Love These Fairy Queens & Want More?

Amazing!! I love them too!!

Some of these aren't labeled as "Queens," but they're definitely diva royalty because of their bejeweled headpieces :) 

​Enjoy!!
Easy Watercolor Fairy Online Art Lesson with Karen Campbell in the Celtic Collective
Alcohol Marker Fairy Drawing Lesson with Karen Campbell Artist
Watercolor Snow Queen Online Art Lesson with Karen Campbell Artist in the Celtic Collective
Easy Fairy Face Drawing in Graphite & Watercolor Wash Online Art Lesson with Karen Campbell Artist
Easy Fairy Face on Toned Paper Online Art Lesson with Karen Campbell Artist

Looking for Something Else?


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👉CLICK HERE if you're a new member and make sure you check out ALL the links in our FOR NEW MEMBERS blog post

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How to Draw & Paint Gnomes in Fountain Pen Inks, Watercolor, Gouache & Alcohol Markers!

1/6/2024

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Happy New Year Celtic Collective member!! 

I hope you enjoyed some extra special holiday time with family and friends, and got to have some time just for you. If you didn't get some YOU TIME yet, Lucy and I have got such a fun month's worth of watercolor, gouache, and marker lessons for you to enjoy... in the magical theme of GNOMES! 
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Don't these look amazing?! We both LOVED preparing these online art lessons for you and can't wait to see your versions of these awesome projects!! Let's dive in!!

Female Fire Elemental in Inks & Gouache with Karen

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I think it's safe to say I'm MORE than a little obsessed with how the project above turned out!! The wisdom is pouring out of this elemental with her dual colored eyes and mult-hued gray locks. I love how vibrant the colors are in this piece - thanks to an awesome combo of fountain pen inks and gouache. 

Did you know that gnomes are ALSO called Elementals? They can represent the elements of nature. I chose the element of fire for this project's inspiration and hope she brings a touch of power to your 2024!

As always, you use whatever art supplies you love and have on hand! Here's what I used...

Supplies

Fabriano 1264 Coldpress Watercolor Pad 11" x 15" https://amzn.to/3RvR9pC

Fountain Pen Inks
Widow Maker by Noodler's https://amzn.to/3tCN1Gp
Black Drawing Ink https://amzn.to/3NMTECP
Nude by Jacques Herbin https://amzn.to/3a0xfuV
Raw Sienna by Diamine https://amzn.to/3vcWoDg

Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes in Round 1 and 2 and Mop 1 https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order

Gouache
Gouache cheap angled brushes are my favorite https://amzn.to/3MeHAqe

Turner Design Gouache in the following colors
(NOTE: you can always substitute acrylics for gouache!!):
White https://amzn.to/3TJqiJl
Neutral Grey 7 https://amzn.to/3RAAYY9
Jet Black https://amzn.to/3GYX1CN
Peacock https://amzn.to/48wum3Y

Watercolor pencils in red and brown

Sharpie Paint Pen in Gold https://amzn.to/3H09q9A
Pentel Arts Sign Pen w/ Micro Brush https://amzn.to/3JhAjZ2 (black and brown)

Copic White https://amzn.to/4aDutMG

​👇​Ready to start this 1.5-hour lesson? Let's do it!
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Easy Gonk Gnomes in Watercolor with Lucy

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This project is absolutely perfect for the beginner or anyone who wants to sit down and have a little fun with a simple watercolor project!

These little cuties are called Gonk gnomes, and they're actually part of Scandinavian folklore. They're supposed to bring good luck (if treated well).

​In the same way American children might leave cookies and milk out for Santa on Christmas Eve, Nordic families set out a bowl of porridge for the gonks on Winter Solstice. Too cute!!

Supplies

For this piece, feel free to use whatever you love most, Lucy's using her Prima Terrain watercolor set, along with a few colored pencils, a white gel pen, black fineliner, and round watercolor brush (along with a smaller one for detail: ​https://www.schimoniart.com/shop/brushes/).

​👇Ready to Paint Along to this 1-Hour Lesson? Me toooo!
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Birch Gnome in Gouache with Karen

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Have you ever painted on wood before? It's super fun and can completely change the feel of your piece. The reference image for this little guy was just BEGGING to be painted on wood!

I painted my gnome in gouache, but feel free to use acrylics if you don't have that! Here's what else I used...

Supplies

Wood slice: https://amzn.to/41BuwVe
Clear Gesso: https://amzn.to/3tAHk1O
White Gesso: https://amzn.to/3RvPrEI
Gouache cheaply brushes https://amzn.to/3MeHAqe

Turner Design Gouache in the following colors:
Night blue (darkest) https://amzn.to/3TG2FkN
Sky blue (middle) https://amzn.to/3GYLFih
Horizon (lightest although I could only find the link to the acrylic version which should be fine anyways!) https://amzn.to/3RBMy5b
Raw Umber https://amzn.to/3tqDHLQ
White https://amzn.to/3TJqiJl
Flesh Tint by Winsor Newton https://amzn.to/3vmJUst
Watercolor pencils in blue, red and brown

​Sea Sponges https://amzn.to/48asduX
Sponge brush https://amzn.to/48zNGgw
Copic White https://amzn.to/4aDutMG
​👇Ready to Start this 1.5-Hour Lesson? Let's go!!
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In case you love painting on wood slices...

I've got two more birch wood slice projects in the Celtic Collective in case you wanna play with these later!
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Watercolor Mushroom Gnome with Lucy

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I'm in LOVE with this little guy's bright blue eyes and handlebar mustache!! I think he's just the cutest!!

If you're not in the mood to free-hand this drawing with Lucy, she included a template for you that you can transfer onto your own watercolor paper in case you'd prefer to dive right into your watercolors today. 

Lucy used a colo-erase pencil to sketch her gnome.
​Here's what else she used...

Supplies

  • Watercolor paper 300gsm
  • Polina Bright watercolor brushes
  • A smaller watercolor brush which is the mini quill by "Schimoni Art" https://www.schimoniart.com/shop/brushes/
  • Terrain watercolor set by Prima
  • white gel pen (or paint pen) for the highlights
  • a few colored pencils in browns/pinks for adding to the features
  • fine liner in black
  • colo-erase pencils to sketch him out but you can easily just use a pencil and eraser
​👇Ready to start this less than 1.5-hour lesson? I thought so!!
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Woodland Gnome in Alcohol Markers with Lucy

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Lucy has been LOVING playing with her alcohol markers lately. You would NEVER know she hasn't been working with them for long because she's an absolute PRO! Just look at the depth and dimension she created in this adorable little guy!! I can't even...

If you'd like to get right into coloring this cutie, Lucy included a template for you to trace inside the classroom.

She used a ton of gorgeous colors, but feel free to use fewer if you'd like to keep things a bit simpler. A good rule of thumb is to use a light, medium, and dark in the same color to achieve depth. And remember - the brand of alcohol marker doesn't matter- feel free to mix and match however you choose.

Here are the specific Ohuhu alcohol marker shades Lucy used for this project and more...

Supplies

  • marker paper (large size like 11 x 14 inches)
  • A pencil and eraser
  • fineliner pen (I used a thin one like 0.3 or even 0.1)
  • White gel pen or paint pen for any highlights at the end

For the face from the Ohuhu skin tone set:
  • RV 270
  • R26
  • R30
  • R28
  • R23
  • YR212
  • WG0 5
  • R21

For the beard: GG020, CG3, BG070, CG5, BGII09

For the hat (and studs): MG020, MG060, BGII09, BGII05, BGI03, Y8, YR1, YR270

Clothing: Y230, Y7, GY173

Leaves: GY8, GY42, GY173, G240

Also used Y11, Y12, E380, E050, R280, V160 and R16

​👇Ready to Start this 2-Hour Lesson? Let's dive in!
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​Have SO much fun working on these new projects!! 
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😜Goofing around at Lickleyhead Castle last fall😜

What's Coming Up?

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How to Draw & Shade FOUR Sexy Witches in Watercolor, Gouache & Alcohol Markers!

10/6/2023

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Hi Celtic Collective member!! I feel like it's "our month!" Don't you?! 

Time for the witches, good and bad, ugly and gorgeous to pull out their broomsticks and fly into the night...

via GIPHY

By popular demand, it was requested that Lucy and I provide some sexy witches for our October's lessons to get us into the Halloween spirit.

​We were more than happy to deliver!! 

This month, your art lessons can be appropriately found in the Spell Casters classroom.
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✨Karen's Sexy Manga Witch✨

If you've been following me (Karen) on YouTube lately, you might recognize my Sexy Manga Witch project from the background of a book review video I did a few weeks ago on How to Draw Anime & Manga for Beginners. 

​​Here's that video in case you're interested and missed it...
If Manga or Anima are styles you're interested in learning, this book is all ya need to get started. It has amazing step-by-step instruction and breaks each project down into simple steps. I used one of the drawing projects in this book as the inspiration for today's lesson, then added my own twist, watercolor, gouache and posca pens to bring her to life. 

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I hope you enjoy! 
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As always- use whatever you have and love, here's what I used...

Supplies

Super cheap mechanical pencil set https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL

Canson watercolor paper 12" x 18" https://amzn.to/44eOqVN

Prima Watercolors Essence Set https://amzn.to/454WM3D

Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes Round no. 1 and Mop no.3 and rigger (free with Dream or Mop set actually!) https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order

Turner Gouache White https://amzn.to/36XZ8bq

Turner's Designer Gouache in CARMINE https://amzn.to/3KKwFGV

Turner's Designer Gouache in NIGHT BLUE https://amzn.to/3P06e2u

Turner's Designer Gouache in DEEP VIOLET https://amzn.to/3shI7DK

LIQUITEX Bright Aqua Green https://amzn.to/3KMcGrp (USE THIS INSTEAD OF STARTING THE PUFFY PAINT PART IN TURQUOISE).

Posca Pens in Black and White https://amzn.to/3OZfKDg

​Circle Template https://amzn.to/3QwtxAt

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Ready to start this 2-Hour Lesson? Let's get to it!!
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✨Lucy's Woodland Witch✨

How adorable is Lucys Woodland Witch?! I can't even!! 
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She's got this innocent look to her, but at the same time looks like she knows WAY more than she lets on...

Lucy included a template of her drawing in case you'd like to focus more on your painting skills today, so look for that inside the classroom.
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As always, use whatever you have and love, here's what Lucy used...

Supplies

  • Fabriano cold pressed watercolor paper (you don't need this make just use what you have!) https://amzn.to/45npeNv

  • Colo-erase pencil for sketching out (but you can just use a graphite pencil if you want) https://amzn.to/46ydqcR

  • Mono eraser by Tombow is super handy for erasing small details: https://amzn.to/3tmYKyo
 
  • Some good all round brushes for gouache (I use brushes for gouache/acrylic rather than watercolor brushes) These ones by KingArt are AMAZING but I appreciate they are pricey - you do not need them! Just have a variety of sizes of brushes. https://amzn.to/3LRmhOm (this is for the set of filbert brushes but they also sell fine liners, flat brushes etc on Amazon too)
 
  • Gouache in the following colors: White, Naples Yellow, Pink (I used "brilliant violet by Winsor & Newton) Mauve, Burnt Umber, Black and Olive green. I used a mix of Winsor & Newton and Arteza just because that was what I had at hand. You can see both here:
    • white: https://amzn.to/45ly7XY
    • Naples yellow https://amzn.to/3RTcco1
    • Brilliant violet: https://amzn.to/46yfAbM
    • Black https://amzn.to/48JpeKI
    • Burnt Umber: (this link is for Schmincke I cannot find it in W&N sorry!) https://amzn.to/3rKxVDG
    • Arteza Gouache set: https://amzn.to/3ZZMhwZ (this is good value if you want a lot of gouache for a cheap price!)
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Ready to get started?
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I don't know how, but this lesson is ONLY a wee bit longer than an hour! (Did ya like how I worked the word "wee" into a normal sentence?! Love ya Lucy!!) She's a magician!!
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✨Karen's Sexy Sorceress in Purple✨

Ready to give your watercolors a break and dive into the world of markers? Let's do it! Instead of doing this drawing from scratch, we'll be outling from our reference image and transferring that to a sheet of Bristol or cardstock to focus on our coloring skills.

?If you've never worked with alcohol markers before, you can totally try this project because it's all step-by-step, but it might help you feel more comfortable to do some SUPER simple florals with markers as a warm up before diving into a face.

​CLICK HERE to access these two projects in the Maidens Classroom.
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?If you feel like you want a little more practice on a simpler face project before starting the Sexy Sorceress, this one is awesome. 
?You can also dive into your FREE ebook of Skin Tone Secrets to try any one of these easy coloring projects as a warm up or for extra alcohol marker practice after the Sexy Sorceress lesson.
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?If you're already comfy with alcohol markers, let's get into today's NEW Sexy Sorceress! For this project I'm mainly working with alcohol markers from my fave Ohuhu Skin Tones set for the face part of the project: https://amzn.to/3XphRmx

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eel free to use ANY alcohol markers you have for this project.

I think I've tried all the brands, even alcohol markers from the dollar store with NO brand name! LOL. One of the biggest things I learned from all that research is that an alcohol marker is an alcohol marker, regardless of brand.

They can be used interchangeably in projects - or you can stick to your own favorite brands based on your own personal preference. My favorite brands are Copic, Ohuhu, and ArtBeek. As you'll see in today's project - I'm using shades from all three brands, maybe even more!

You use whatever you have and love.

​Here's what else I used...

Supplies

Bristol https://amzn.to/3OlOZr0
(You can also use this cheaper cardstock alternative by Hammermill)

Molotow Fineliners set https://amzn.to/3Bp41GF0
Fineliners like these are very affordable and a better option than Sharpies (which should not be used with alcohol markers) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8

Tons of fun purple, reds a black and grey from ArtBeeks and Copics for color.

​I used this for the earrings
Spectrum Noir Metallic Marker in Gold https://amzn.to/3Z5yXqm 

For the highlights and sparkles, I used a 1.0 Sakura Gelly Roll from this set: https://amzn.to/3YZ1Jc1

Transfer paper: Black Carbon transfer paper: https://amzn.to/3ajeau0

Ready to start this UNDER 30-minute lesson?
You are correct, it's WAY faster to work with markers!
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✨Mirror Mirror on the Wall with Lucy✨

I can't get over how gorgeous THIS witchy woman is!! Lucy's portraits in any medium are next-level. And if you're already wondering about the gold- YES, it IS gold leaf (by member request!).

Just like her other lesson this month, Lucy included a template so you can skip over the drawing part and dive right into painting if you prefer.

She told me the gold leaf was a bit of a "faff," which in American English means "an overly complicated task, possible waste of time," (according to google!). LOL. She said she might have preferred simply using gold gouache here - but she knew members wanted to learn how to work with gold leaf, so into the lesson it went!

If you don't have gold leaf, you can totally try substituting gold ink or gouache for a similar effect.

As always, use what you have and love, here's what Lucy used...

Supplies

  • Fabriano cold pressed watercolor paper. I use these packs of 50 sheets but you can also buy it in a smaller pad or block. https://amzn.to/46kqvGg

  • Colo-Erase pencil for drawing out (But you can use a pencil instead!): https://amzn.to/3rE7orG

  • Mono Eraser is super handy for erasing small areas: https://amzn.to/45sFkWk

  • Prima watercolors complexions set: https://amzn.to/3F5UXrP

  • Prima watercolors woodlands set: https://amzn.to/46Gwvcr

  • Mod Lodge (or you can get specialist glue for gold leaf but I didn't have it!) https://amzn.to/48F81SB

  • Gold leaf: https://amzn.to/3Q3ltIG

  • A cheap brush or glue spreader - plus a fluffy large brush for removing excess gold leaf

  • Ph Martin Bleed proof white: https://amzn.to/48H4zXy
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Ready to go? You're gonna LOVE this 1-hour lesson!
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Not in the Mood for Sexy Witches?

No problem! There are SO many more projects inside the club just dying for you to try them :) Feel free to check out the Latest Lessons Classroom if you didn't get a chance to do our September Fairies in Jars projects. Just look at how many of these gorgeous girlies are flying around in the Facebook Group!! Soooo fun!! 
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Find your Fairy in Jars lessons in the Latest Lessons Classroom!
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What Else is Comin' Up!

I know there are a LOT of days coming up with me out of the office between family visiting and Lucy and I hosting the upcoming retreat. While we are not able to do a LIVE members-only podcast this month on the 21st, you WILL be getting an extra special lesson just for fun:) 

In addition... please take note of our EXTRA LIVE Draw Along event scheduled for Halloween!! We're so excited for that and hope so much that you can join us :)
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Welcome!! The last thing we want is for you to feel overwhelmed.

❤️️This is everything you need to get started.❤️️

Have a wonderful week!!
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