SIMSUM ARTS

Types of charcoal forms

There are three widely used varieties of charcoal. Although they are all used for drawing, each has unique qualities that make it appropriate for particular stages of your artistic endeavors.  Long, feathery strips of willow and vine charcoal are available. You don’t need to apply a lot of pressure to your page when using this […]

Charcoal Shading and Blending Tips

For a smooth, realistic appearance, there are numerous shading and blending methods for charcoal drawings:  Use a round paint brush to lightly tint some portions of the drawing. You can control the brush well and get into the finer details of your work thanks to its precise tip and soft bristles.   Blending stumps can be […]