Q - What are some tips for using coloring books?
A - Most coloring books are made on rather thin paper so your choices for coloring are usually limited to colored pencils and colored markers and of course crayons. With colored pencils as the preferred medium, you will need to build up layers of color for the best results. You can use both lower grade kids pencils and a small set of high grade colored pencils.
Begin by layering in with the lower grade pencils to create a wash of very light color. Take notice of the light source as well to build color.
Continue to layer in with the lower grade pencils until you reach a build up of color. Next, begin to layer in with the higher grade pencils - with stronger pigment the colors will deepen and you will get better coverage. With smaller areas use circular strokes with the pencil and with larger areas use consistent angled horizontal strokes.
Avoid scribbling indications as this is much less visually appealing. Continue to add color again emphasizing the light source for a more dimensional effect. Look for any "see throughs" of white and add more color to cover. Add a last layer with heavy stokes to build more color in the darkest areas of the picture. Overall, take your time for best results and don't hurry your rendering.
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