I wanted to create a simple card using that awesome little bird using only Prismacolor colored pencils. This is my first time using these pencils,so I really wanted to see some of the great techniques they do!
I started out by coloring the little bird with a very light pressure. I recommend building up layers of color for the best results. I used four or five different color shades for each area of the image. For the sentiment, I stamped "keep smiling" onto the banner.
To create a sky background, I used four different shades of blue and scribbled them on from light to dark. To create some texture in the sky I took an alcohol marker blending pen to pull up some of the color in little dots.
To finish the card I added some patterned paper and tied a bow with natural twine at the top. To add just a touch of dimension I also added some Glossy Accents to the bird's beak and portions of the background.
Enjoy the video!
Great background and a fabulous sentiment. My compliments...
ReplyDeleteBest, Synnöve
Thanks Simon!!! Compliments from me too! :)
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Simon, you did a great job. Love your card. Watching you use the pencils makes me want to get out mine. Great job! TFS
ReplyDeleteVery impressive work, thanks for sharing Simon. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this video, super fun! I loved it! ;)
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun card! Great video, too!
ReplyDeleteWow you did a great job Simon and I am so happy to have you join our video team a very warm welcome.
ReplyDeleteThis is Great Simon! Love it!
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