How to Draw & Paint Enchanting Portraits of Fae Kings & Queens in Alcohol Markers & Watercolor!4/7/2024 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.  *All product links are affiliate & for U.S. residents only.* ✨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 :)  SuppliesAs 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!!  ✨Happy Fairy Couple in Markers with Lucy✨ Another cute couple in alcohol markers!! So fun!! 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... Supplies11x14 inch marker paper
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 :)  🧚Ready to start this awesome lesson?! Me tooooooo!  ✨HOT Fairy King in Watercolor with Karen✨ 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... SuppliesPentel 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!!  ✨SULTRY Fairy Princess✨ |
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Happy March!! I'm feeling SPRING in the air, and hope YOU are too!!
This month in the Celtic Collective we are studying mythical centaurs, and can't wait for you to try these FOUR new lessons with us :)
This month in the Celtic Collective we are studying mythical centaurs, and can't wait for you to try these FOUR new lessons with us :)
If you've never drawn a centaur before, don't stress, because we guide you every step of the way as we combine a human torso and horse body.
If it makes you feel more comfortable, go ahead and draw your centaurs on a seperate sheet of scrap paper where you can erase till you're happy, and not ruin a sheet of expensive watercolor or marker paper. Then you can either transfer your drawing with transfer paper, or use a lightboard to trace your finished drawing onto watercolor or marker paper!
You can ALSO always feel free to trace the PDF of our finished pieces if you'd rather not focus on the drawing portion of the lesson and prefer to jump right into the coloring part.
Let's jump in!!
You can ALSO always feel free to trace the PDF of our finished pieces if you'd rather not focus on the drawing portion of the lesson and prefer to jump right into the coloring part.
Let's jump in!!
✨Studly Centaur in Graphite with Karen✨
*All product links for Karen are affiliate & for U.S. residents only.*
What's more fun than starting with a HOT centaur project?! LOL.
You're welcome!!
You're welcome!!
For this project, I initially thought I might watercolor him, but then loved the way he looked in graphite so much, I decided to keep him that way! If you feel like you want to watcolor yours, go ahead!
Just make sure you're working on watercolor paper.
Just make sure you're working on watercolor paper.
Supplies
As always, feel free to use whatever you have and love most.
Here's what I used for this project...
0.5 from my Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set:
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf
0.3 from this (affordable) set:
https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Fabriano Hot Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/3Ysrp0f
Blackwing Matte pencils https://amzn.to/45mgirV
Blending Stumps https://amzn.to/450KGID
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Tombow Mono Eraser https://amzn.to/3Ov36ds
🧚Ready to start this 1.5-hour lesson? Let's do it!
Here's what I used for this project...
0.5 from my Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set:
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf
0.3 from this (affordable) set:
https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Fabriano Hot Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/3Ysrp0f
Blackwing Matte pencils https://amzn.to/45mgirV
Blending Stumps https://amzn.to/450KGID
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Tombow Mono Eraser https://amzn.to/3Ov36ds
🧚Ready to start this 1.5-hour lesson? Let's do it!
✨Sexy Centaur in Watercolor with Karen✨
I absolutely LOVED making this project!!
Isn't she majestic?! I hope you love working on her as much as I did!
I kept myself to a limited watercolor palette, using only the Prima Woodlands set, and left you not one, but FIVE reference images in the classroom to help you along :)
If you're new to watercolor, feel free to dive in and follow me because everything is step-by-step.
If you feel like you could benefit from an intro or refresher to watercolor first - the Watercolor Basics lesson is a great place to start in your practice journal. (This is also a fab warm-up if you haven't done this lesson before and want to experiment with a variety of techniques).
Isn't she majestic?! I hope you love working on her as much as I did!
I kept myself to a limited watercolor palette, using only the Prima Woodlands set, and left you not one, but FIVE reference images in the classroom to help you along :)
If you're new to watercolor, feel free to dive in and follow me because everything is step-by-step.
If you feel like you could benefit from an intro or refresher to watercolor first - the Watercolor Basics lesson is a great place to start in your practice journal. (This is also a fab warm-up if you haven't done this lesson before and want to experiment with a variety of techniques).
Supplies
0.5 from Pentel GraphGear Mechanical Pencil Set
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf
Fabriano Cold Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/45oeAql
I used 18x24," but use the size YOU feel the most comfortable with!!
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Prima Woodlands Watercolor Set https://amzn.to/3SHXRum
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes Round numbers 1, 2 and 3 https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
Pentel Arts Sign Pen (in brown) w/ Micro Brush https://amzn.to/3JhAjZ2
Colored pencils by Prismacolor that match the watercolor colors
Copic white for highlights https://amzn.to/3DO2r23
Transfer paper for the Celtic Cross: https://amzn.to/483zpbh
🧚Wanna do this 2.5-Hour Lesson? Heck ya, you do!!
https://amzn.to/2GFzZlf
Fabriano Cold Press 11" x 14" https://amzn.to/45oeAql
I used 18x24," but use the size YOU feel the most comfortable with!!
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Prima Woodlands Watercolor Set https://amzn.to/3SHXRum
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes Round numbers 1, 2 and 3 https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
Pentel Arts Sign Pen (in brown) w/ Micro Brush https://amzn.to/3JhAjZ2
Colored pencils by Prismacolor that match the watercolor colors
Copic white for highlights https://amzn.to/3DO2r23
Transfer paper for the Celtic Cross: https://amzn.to/483zpbh
🧚Wanna do this 2.5-Hour Lesson? Heck ya, you do!!
✨Cute Baby Centaur in Alcohol Markers with Lucy✨
How cute is this little guy?!
I LOVE everything about him from his little worried expression to the gorgeous, rainbow color scheme Lucy created!!
Lucy used alcohol markers for this project, but feel free to go your own way and do watercolor or whatever else floats your boat.
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 :)
Supplies
- Marker paper (Lucy loves Strathmore marker paper)
- Lucy first sketched her drawing out on scrap paper using a blackwing, then transferred it to the marker paper using a lightbox and cool-erase pencils
- Ohuhu markers in the following colors: E090, E490, R18, R27, R26, YR148, YR209, V020, V160, P4, BG3, BG9, G120, Y1, YR070, B050, P3, V250, B350, R1, G340
- Black fineliner pen
- White gel pen
- Colo-erase pencil in brown & peach
- Lightbox for tracing (you don't need this if you are drawing directly on you marker paper!)
🧚Ready to start this 1.5-hour cutie?! Me too!!!
✨Woodland Watercolor Centaur with Lucy✨
I love this one toooooo!!
From the mighty warrior centaur to the loose background and touches of gold - Lucy's watercoloring is gorgeous as always!!
There are three references waiting for you in the classroom to help you along with this project.
From the mighty warrior centaur to the loose background and touches of gold - Lucy's watercoloring is gorgeous as always!!
There are three references waiting for you in the classroom to help you along with this project.
Supplies
- Watercolor paper 300gsm (any brand will do!)
- Colored pencils or cool-erase pencils in blues or greens (perfect for sketching out watercolor designs!)
- Fineliner pen in black (waterproof)
- White gel pen
- Metallic watercolours (I use the Finetec brand but any brand will do - or even metallic gouache or ink)
- Watercolors in the following colours (again - you can substitute for what you already have. Do not feel you need to go and buy these exact colors):
- Winsor & Newton Naples yellow, Alizarin Crimson
- Daniel Smith Burnt Yellow Ochre
- Daniel Smith Apatite Genuine
- Daniel Smith Amazonite Genuine
- Daniel Smith Undersea Green
- Daniel Smith Prussian Green
- Daniel Smith Cascade Green
- Windsor & Newton Neutral Tint
- Daniel Smith Indigo
🧚Ready to play this amazing hour & 10 minute lesson? Me too!!!
Missed the March 8th Angry Baby Unicorn Art Along?
No problem!! You can have JUST AS MUCH FUN with the replay!!
What Else is Comin' Up This Month?
We have TWO Members-Only Podcast art alongs this month because last month's needed to be rescheduled to March 8th.
I can't wait to see you again, Thursday, March 21st!
Stay tuned to your inbox for details on time & link to join :)
I can't wait to see you again, Thursday, March 21st!
Stay tuned to your inbox for details on time & link to join :)
Love These Centaur Lessons and Want More?
Horses are such majestic creatures. If you loved the centaur lessons and are looking for more similar lessons inside the Celtic Collective, check out our *5 UNICORN Lessons* in graphite, on toned paper, in alcohol markers, with gouache, and watercolor!!
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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!
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!
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
*All product links are affiliate & for U.S. residents only.*
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...
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!
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!
Easy Gonk Gnomes in Watercolor with Lucy
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!!
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!
👇Ready to Paint Along to this 1-Hour Lesson? Me toooo!
Birch Gnome in Gouache with Karen
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...
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
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
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
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...
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
Woodland Gnome in Alcohol Markers with Lucy
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...
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
Have SO much fun working on these new projects!!
😜Goofing around at Lickleyhead Castle last fall😜
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Hey Celtic Collective member!! I hope you're having an amazing week so far. I'm about to make it even better, because today we're releasing not two, but FIVE new online art lessons for you in the theme of Gothic Angels!! How cool is that?!
Lucy and I had a blast creating these projects for you and hope you have so much fun with them.
Let's dig in!!
Lucy and I had a blast creating these projects for you and hope you have so much fun with them.
Let's dig in!!
Gothic Angel Face in Fountain Pen Inks with Karen
This project was SO much fun. If you're new to the Celtic Collective, or to my world - painting with fountain pen inks is something I totally love! I feel like the colors are SO much more vibrant and opaque than watercolor.
If you've never done fountain pen ink painting- CLICK HERE to check out the intro lesson about this medium vs. watercolor in the Maiden's Classroom.
Don't have fountain pen inks at home? Do the lesson in watercolor - or any medium you want! Use whatever you love and have on hand, here's what I used...
If you've never done fountain pen ink painting- CLICK HERE to check out the intro lesson about this medium vs. watercolor in the Maiden's Classroom.
Don't have fountain pen inks at home? Do the lesson in watercolor - or any medium you want! Use whatever you love and have on hand, here's what I used...
Supplies
My favorite Cold Press (textured) Watercolor paper by Fabriano 9" x 12" 50 sheets is what I'm referencing in the video: https://amzn.to/2Vev3Lb
Mechanical pencil in 0.5 lead https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
J. Herbin Fountain Pen Nude Ink https://amzn.to/3a0xfuV
Noodler's Ink Pecan https://amzn.to/2Y1jhpZ
Noodler's Ink in Navy https://amzn.to/47gX60e
Noodler's Ink Widow Maker (red) https://amzn.to/3tCN1Gp
Black Drawing Ink https://amzn.to/3QLtsZV
Brunch Date (pinky color) Ink I couldn't find but this Flamingo Pink is close, it's by Diamine: https://amzn.to/3R6w4D3
Fineliners like these are very affordable and a better option than Sharpies (which should not be used with alcohol markers) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/3WIhj9g
Copic Opaque Paint with Brush https://amzn.to/3Dfr1ZW
👉Ready to start this 70-Minute lesson? ME TOO!!
Mechanical pencil in 0.5 lead https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
J. Herbin Fountain Pen Nude Ink https://amzn.to/3a0xfuV
Noodler's Ink Pecan https://amzn.to/2Y1jhpZ
Noodler's Ink in Navy https://amzn.to/47gX60e
Noodler's Ink Widow Maker (red) https://amzn.to/3tCN1Gp
Black Drawing Ink https://amzn.to/3QLtsZV
Brunch Date (pinky color) Ink I couldn't find but this Flamingo Pink is close, it's by Diamine: https://amzn.to/3R6w4D3
Fineliners like these are very affordable and a better option than Sharpies (which should not be used with alcohol markers) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/3WIhj9g
Copic Opaque Paint with Brush https://amzn.to/3Dfr1ZW
👉Ready to start this 70-Minute lesson? ME TOO!!
If you enjoy this fountain pen ink painting lesson, I shared links to FOUR other Celtic Collective lessons inside the classroom for you so you can keep on painting away if you'd like! These links appear beneath the final video for this lesson.
Cute Gothic Fairy in Alcohol Markers with Lucy
*All product links for Lucy's lessons are affiliate & for UK residents only.*
Lucy and I have been creating lessons in the Celtic Collective for a couple of years now, and I think this is THE FIRST lesson Lucy has done in alcohol markers!! I know!! She typically works in watercolor and gouache and is such a master at both... but look at THIS?! The piece above does NOT look like an alcohol marker newbie. She's stunning!
If you're not in the mood to draw the face for this Gothic Fairy and just want to trace her so you can start coloring with your own markers, you TOTALLY can. Lucy left a template in the classroom for you.
If you've never worked with alcohol markers before, we highly suggest you try doing a little warm-up lesson in the Maiden's classroom where there's an Intro to Alcohol Markers.
If you're not in the mood to draw the face for this Gothic Fairy and just want to trace her so you can start coloring with your own markers, you TOTALLY can. Lucy left a template in the classroom for you.
If you've never worked with alcohol markers before, we highly suggest you try doing a little warm-up lesson in the Maiden's classroom where there's an Intro to Alcohol Markers.
If you're ready to start this cute gothic fairy with Lucy, feel free to use whatever art supply you love most for this project.
Here's what Lucy used...
Supplies
- Some marker paper or Bristol paper (I used large 11x14 inch marker paper)
- Pencil and eraser
- Black fineliner pen
- Alcohol markers (I used the Ohuhu skin tones set and the Ohuhu 48 markers set but honestly just use the equivalent of what you have!)
- White paint pen, or gel pen or similar (you could also use white acrylic ink - its just something to add some wee white highlights at the end)
If you loved working with alcohol markers as much as we do, make sure you scroll down past the last video of this lesson because I've parked links for TONS of alcohol marker projects right here in the Celtic Collective for you to work on!
Bat-Wing BADASS Gothic Angel with Karen
Not gonna lie, I'm a little obsessed with this chick!! Try drawing the face first because it's kinda tricky with the head tilt and small scale. If you've never worked with alcohol markers before and this is your first project- you might want to hop over to the Maiden's Classroom first for a little Intro to Alcohol Markers floral project before you tackle this one.
If you're ready to go, let's dig in to supplies. Here's what I used....
If you're ready to go, let's dig in to supplies. Here's what I used....
Supplies
Bristol Paper 11 x 14 https://amzn.to/3MkxzdY (you could also use super smooth card stock like this if you'd like to save a little money)
Mechanical pencil 0.5 https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/47qiAbk
Molotow Fineliners https://amzn.to/3Bp41GF
Molotow ALTERNATIVE (1/3 of the price) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8
ArtBeek Alcohol Markers in the following colors (these are super cheap & SO juicy!): https://amzn.to/3MUajnz
BK28 and BK 32 for skin tones
BG3, BG5, BG 7 and BG 9 and Black for greys
Stone colors 20 and 97
3 for lips
71 and 183 for 2 shades of Blue (hair and skirt)
Sakura Belly Roll 1.0 big nib https://amzn.to/3SQ2inE
👉Ready to 80-Minute Lesson? Let's go!!
Mechanical pencil 0.5 https://amzn.to/3OW5YBL
Vanish Eraser 3 pack https://amzn.to/3DJp8EF
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/47qiAbk
Molotow Fineliners https://amzn.to/3Bp41GF
Molotow ALTERNATIVE (1/3 of the price) https://amzn.to/3DKH0i8
ArtBeek Alcohol Markers in the following colors (these are super cheap & SO juicy!): https://amzn.to/3MUajnz
BK28 and BK 32 for skin tones
BG3, BG5, BG 7 and BG 9 and Black for greys
Stone colors 20 and 97
3 for lips
71 and 183 for 2 shades of Blue (hair and skirt)
Sakura Belly Roll 1.0 big nib https://amzn.to/3SQ2inE
👉Ready to 80-Minute Lesson? Let's go!!
If you love this alcohol marker lesson and want MORE - make sure you scroll to the bottom of this lesson because I've dropped links for TONS more alcohol marker drawing projects to try inside the Celtic Collective!
Graveyard Angel in Elegant Writer with Lucy
Have you ever worked with the elegant writer pen to draw? Lots of calligraphy artists use it, but it's kinda magical for art! Use whatever you have on hand and love most to create this drawing. Here's what Lucy used...
Supplies
- Watercolor paper 300gsm
- Pencil and eraser
- Elegant writer
- Paintbrush
- You may want a fineliner pen to add some extra details at the end too.
If you loved the elegant writer, you're in luck because it's what I use to create the Gothic Cathedral coming up next!!
Gothic Cathedral in Elegant Writer with Karen
I think you're gonna LOVE this one!! The elegant writer is seriously so much fun. My favorite is lifting some of the activated water to reveal that pinky teal that can sometimes appear like in the bottom right of the pic above. So pretty!!
As always with watersoluble art supplies- you need to be working on watercolor paper. Supplies for me were really limited for this project. Use whatever you have and love. Here's what I used...
As always with watersoluble art supplies- you need to be working on watercolor paper. Supplies for me were really limited for this project. Use whatever you have and love. Here's what I used...
Supplies
Fabriano Hot Press 11" x 14" watercolor paper https://amzn.to/3Ysrp0f
Elegant Writer https://amzn.to/3uiDyKe (I love this multi pack, I'll explain why in the video)
Watercolor Brush (I'm using both a Mop and a few of the Rounds from the Dream Set by Polina Bright)
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
Black Indian Ink https://amzn.to/3MQ9hZP
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/47qiAbk
Frisket (optional but I'm glad I used it) https://amzn.to/3G6hCEU
I also used a splash of Yellow ink by Noodler's but I still can't decide if I love it or hate it! Here's the link regardless. https://amzn.to/3G65mUS
👉Wanna start this 45-Minute Lesson? CLICK below.
Elegant Writer https://amzn.to/3uiDyKe (I love this multi pack, I'll explain why in the video)
Watercolor Brush (I'm using both a Mop and a few of the Rounds from the Dream Set by Polina Bright)
Polina Bright Watercolor Brushes https://www.polinabright.com/karencampbell and use coupon code KARENCAMPBELL to save 10% off your order
Black Indian Ink https://amzn.to/3MQ9hZP
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen https://amzn.to/47qiAbk
Frisket (optional but I'm glad I used it) https://amzn.to/3G6hCEU
I also used a splash of Yellow ink by Noodler's but I still can't decide if I love it or hate it! Here's the link regardless. https://amzn.to/3G65mUS
👉Wanna start this 45-Minute Lesson? CLICK below.
Links to MORE elegant writer projects have been dropped at the end of this lesson in the classroom for you as well, if you're having a blast!
In the Mood for Something Else?
I hear ya. It's December after all!! If you're in the holiday spirit and looking for something more in line with the season, you might LOVE watching the replay of our latest art along in the Members Only Podcast from late last month. Lucy's gnome turned out SO cute!!!
Tons of students have been making their gnomes even more holiday-ish with snow, pine trees, holly berries- you name it!
Have You Checked Out the YULE Classroom?
The Yule Classroom holds a number of lessons Lucy and I compiled last December filled with information and imagery related to Yule, which is the Celtic celebration of the winter solstice.
Looking for Something Else?
Feel free to check out the Visual Index if you're looking for additional inspiration. Have so much fun whatever you choose to create today!!
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