
RESOURCES
Coloring with Pencils
Online tips and tricks - there are numerous online tutorials and websites that provide coloring pencil instructions. Here's a few that are great for those getting started and those who could use some tips of the coloring trade....
http://pencils.com/tips-shading-colored-pencils/
http://www.art-is-fun.com/colored-pencil-instruction/
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/color-pencil-techniques/
http://www.thecoloringbook.club/five-tips-colored-pencils-shading/
Pencil tool tips.. No products and manufacturers are endorsed, however, you do not need to spend a lot of money to create beautiful pictures. Here are a few popular brands. Before purchasing higher level and more costly pencils, check out the reviews on Amazon or Google search "colored pencil reviews."
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Cra-Z-Art and Crayola ($) - $4.99-$6.99/24 or 36 - WalMart
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Artist's Loft ($) - $4.99/36 - Michael's - can use 40% off coupon
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Barnes & Noble ($$) - $14.99/30 - includes sharpener and eraser
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Prismacolor ($$$) - $20/24 on Amazon. They are very popular with more than 100 colors available.
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Staedtler ($$$) - Similar to Prismacolor
Pencil sharpeners.. Need metal or graphite for colored pencils as the lead is softer than non-colored pencils.
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Prismacolor - Michael's (not always in stock), Amazon
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Staedtler - $3.99-$4.99 - Staples
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Artist's Loft - Michael's