Sketching markers

Sketching markers are bought not only by professional artists, but also by ordinary users. In order not to be disappointed with your purchase, it is very important to learn how to choose high-quality drawing tools and use them correctly.

Sketching markers are the professional alternative to markers. They are designed for sketching, that is, quick sketches. The sketching tools have the following characteristics.

• Palette... There are many different shades in sketching kits. This allows you to create vivid and realistic pictures. Different shades mix easily with each other. Therefore, it is very convenient to work with them.
• The quality of the case. Regular markers are usually made from cheap plastic. The body of the sketching markers is made of better quality material. Therefore, they are more durable and easier to use.
• The form... Most professional markers are double-sided. On one side there is a wide soft feather, on the other - a narrower one.

You can draw with markers for sketching both in large albums and on separate sheets of paper. The material for drawing should be of high quality and not too thin. For sketching, paper with a weight of 120 g / m2 or more is suitable. It does not let paint through and does not absorb too much pigment. The texture and color of paper can be any. It all depends on the wishes of the artist.

Many companies are now producing sketching tools. Beginners should pay attention to the most popular brands.

• Potentate... Markers from this manufacturer are great for beginners. They are inexpensive but of high quality. The assortment of the company includes markers both alcohol-based and water-based.

• Copic... This company is familiar to all art lovers. Markers from this Japanese brand are popular with professional artists. They are high quality and bright. There are several hundred shades of markers on the market. Therefore, it will be quite easy to collect your own unique set of colors. A big plus of the products of this brand is that the artist can buy ink for refueling and quickly restore a dried nib.

• Letraset Markers. The products of this brand are manufactured in England. The company has been producing goods for painting since the middle of the twentieth century. During this time, she has earned a good reputation among artists around the world. The English company produces several series of sketching markers at once. Each of them has 60-200 shades. All colors in these sets go well with each other.

• Shinhanart... The Korean brand produces quality markers that are popular with Asian and American artists. Their main purpose is drawing manga and illustrations.

• Touchfive Twin Marker. The Chinese markers of this brand are often compared to the popular "copy". They are inexpensive, but high quality and bright. A set of such sketching tools is quite suitable for a beginner.

• Mazari... These double-sided markers can be used by aspiring artists and professionals alike. The assortment of the company includes both alcohol and watercolor markers. They are slowly consumed and serve their owners for a long time. You can draw with such markers not only on paper, but also on canvas or fabric.

• ZIG... The Japanese company produces several lines of markers. On sale you can find tools with one tip or two. The assortment of the company includes a branded dressing and replaceable nibs. Therefore, when buying markers from this manufacturer, you can count on the fact that they will serve their owner for a long time.

• Sketchmarker... It is one of the youngest companies on the list. The products of this brand are constantly improving, and the choice of colors is increasing. Therefore, anyone can find something to suit their needs. Products from this manufacturer are inexpensive. Therefore, even novice artists can buy them.

All the tools in this top are easy to find in specialized stores.

Artistic tools come in a wide variety of colors. You can buy them both separately and in large sets. The kits usually include the most popular colors: red, blue, green, white and others. Sets are usually bought by novice craftsmen. With a little practice and understanding what shades they lack for work, they can later buy the necessary tools. You need to choose markers by numbers. They are indicated directly on the case.

The choice of colors largely depends on the needs of the artist. So, people who paint portraits most often buy light skin tones. The color palette for children is brighter. People who create fashion sketches appreciate pastel shades.

When choosing artistic tools, you should pay attention not only to the brand, but also to other important points.

• Composition... It is very important that the markers are of good quality. Do not buy tools that contain xylene. This organic solvent is hazardous to human health.
• Tip... This is the main working part of the creative tool.It should be neat and not too soft. The quality of the tip determines how comfortable it will be for a person to draw. Its size also plays an important role. It is worth choosing it, focusing on your needs. Fine nibs are suitable for drawing a lot of small details, while wide nibs are suitable for creating more voluminous work.
• Body shape. Drawing tools should be comfortable. It is advisable to hold the marker in your hands before buying. This will help make sure it won't slip out of your hands.

Many aspiring artists, wanting to save money, buy replica markers of famous brands. But this is not worth doing. Despite the fact that they look almost the same on the outside, the quality of the original and the copy is significantly different.

Drawing with markers for sketching is very easy. Sketches are usually made with pencils. When the base is ready, you can proceed to drawing details with a marker. Fill in large parts of the drawing with a wide pen. Little things are drawn with a thin brush. Sketching tools go well with liners and gel pens. They usually draw the outlines of the work or create neat highlights.

To extend the lifespan of markers, they must be properly stored. First of all, it is worth remembering that they must lie horizontally. If the markers are stored in a stationery cup, turn them over at least once a week.

Even if the markers are stored in the right conditions, they will end sooner or later. Some drawing tools can be refilled in this situation. The gas station is sold in the same stores as the creative tools themselves.

There are several ways to refill the marker.

• Pour ink inside... This is a versatile way to restore dried markers. Using tweezers or special tweezers, carefully remove the wide tip of the marker. After that, it is necessary to pour ink inside the case. Next, the tip must be returned to its place. Everything must be done slowly. Otherwise, there is a risk of overflowing ink. At the same time, they still will not have time to absorb.
• Drip on the tip. The essence of this method is that ink is applied to the wide nib of a marker. For refilling one tool, 20-25 drops of ink are enough. Filling the marker in this way, a person does not stain clothes, hands and furniture. In addition, he spends refueling more economically.
• Inject ink with a special needle. This tool is sold separately in art stores. The needle attachment is fixed to the ink bottle. After that, its tip is inserted into the body. Further, ink is supplied inside. This method is the most convenient. Therefore, if a person is actively drawing with markers, he should purchase such a needle for himself.

You can try to restore cheap tokens with improvised means.

• By water... Simple water-based markers can be brought back to life with warm or hot water. It is poured into a bowl. Then the markers are placed in the container with their tips down. The edges of each marker must be completely submerged. In this form, the markers are left for 5 minutes. After that, gently wipe the tips of the marker with dry napkins. In a few hours, the tools can be used to paint.

• With alcohol... If the alcohol marker is dry, alcohol is used to restore it. The process of bringing creative tools to life is very simple. A small amount of alcohol is poured into the cap. Then a dried tip is dipped there. If you need to restore several instruments, each of them must be placed in a separate lid.Otherwise, different shades may mix. In a container with alcohol, markers are left for only 3-5 minutes. After that, they are taken out, dried and sent to the glass with the rod up. In this position, they are left for a day.

Most creative people give positive feedback on sketching markers. Everyone notes that it is very convenient to work with them. They do not stain skin and clothing. The paint does not spread on the paper. You can always take these sketching tools with you on a trip, so they are very convenient for sketching nature or new cities. Using modern markers, anyone can learn how to create beautiful drawings, illustrations and memorable sketches.