My Plein Air Sketching Go-Pack, What You Need In Your Kit!

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You can't draw on the go if you don't have a ready-to-go drawing pack. Tour my drawing pack to get some great ideas for putting together your very own everyday carry sketching kit. It doesn't have to be elaborate or expensive to be a joy to use. The best kit is the one you will use and take with you, so it has to be convenient and ready to go! Below I've included a list of most items in this video for you to easily locate them if you want one. I'm not making any money from the recommendations, these are simply the tools I've found that work best for me.
Strathmore 400 series drawing pad, 24 sheets, 6X8": www.amazon.com/Strathmore-400...
Binder Clips (I call them Bulldog Clips): www.amazon.com/Coideal-Bulldo...
Military Survival Shoulder Tactical Sling Backpack Bag: www.amazon.com/dp/B014XYQI1I/...
Shoulder Sling style #2: www.stealthangelsurvival.com/...
Huggies Baby Wipes: www.stealthangelsurvival.com/...
BURTS BEES VANILLA BEAN LIP BALM!!!: www.amazon.com/Burts-Bees-Moi...
Bongo Ties: www.amazon.com/dp/B015RTYQYO?...
Think Tank Photo Red Whips Reusable Bungee Cable Ties: www.amazon.com/Think-Tank-Pho...
Tactical Flashlight: www.amazon.com/s?k=tactical+f...
Moleskine Cahiers Journals/sketchbook: www.amazon.com/gp/product/888...
Moleskine Art Plus Hard Cover Sketchbook: www.amazon.com/gp/product/888...
Strathmore 64 Page 80Lb Toned Tan Art Journal, 5.5 by 8.5": www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Palomino Blackwing Pencil 12 pack: www.jetpens.com/Palomino-Blac...
Aluminum Pencil Caps - Silver - Pack of 4: www.jetpens.com/Kutsuwa-Stad-...
Kuretake ZIG Memory System Dual Brush Tip Marker: www.amazon.com/Kuretake-Memor...
Sakura Pigma Micron Pen: www.jetpens.com/Sakura-Pigma-...
Staedtler Mars 780 Technical Mechanical Pencil, 2mm: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Uni-ball Eye UB157 Rollerball Pen Fine: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
KUM Long Point Sharpener, sharpens in 2 steps: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Prismacolor Col-Erase Erasable Colored Pencil, 12-Count, Blue: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Derwent Drawing Chinese Pencil, White: www.amazon.com/Derwent-Drawin...
Staedtler Mars Plastic Eraser: www.amazon.com/Staedtler-526-...
Faber Castell Large Kneaded Eraser 2 Pack: www.amazon.com/Faber-Castell-...
Wet Ones Singles: www.amazon.com/Wet-Ones-Singl...
now, get out there and have fun!

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@jeannemartens4210 4 жыл бұрын

Zombie apocalypse, drinking game, and art supplies makes for the best YT video. Thanks for always making my day and teaching me something new!!

@karenjohnson6487 5 жыл бұрын

On my bucket list is to be that" old artist lady in a caftan and a big hat on the beach painting. 😳😏

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Now that sounds like a great retirement plan!

@lynclarke6184 5 жыл бұрын

good tip about keeping business cards with your kit.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you got a good tip out of it!

@MsYellowsubmarine 4 жыл бұрын

The lip balm tip saved my life. Two weeks ago I was out urban sketching in my car. 3 zombies walked over and I flashed my handy dandy VANILLA BEAN lip balm and BOOM! they RAN away...... And i'm here on this day.....alive to tell my story. Because of lip balm! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 жыл бұрын

See? Nobody believes us until it's too late !!! It's cheap insurance, that's what I say, lol.

@thebazile67 5 жыл бұрын

(09:38) "Cahiers" (pronounced kah'-yay) is French for notebooks, but more importantly I love your videos. Thank you for sharing your skill and taking the time to make these videos!!!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

thanks thebazile67! I'm familiar with the word croquis, but not cahiers. I appreciate the info, and you're very welcome!

@VaLonFrandsen Жыл бұрын

I have a bag like that and have wondered how artists pack it. Glad I came across this. It's amazing how much stuff fits in it.

@6kunio8 5 жыл бұрын

That Burt's Bees Vanilla lip balm is bomb. They got some other good flavors, but that's the best one I've tried

@recoveringsoul755 2 жыл бұрын

i love that flavor/scent too. But if you're in bear country, anything made with beeswax can attract bears looking for a nice honey meal. The fastest way to spread the scent is by burning it, like a beeswax candle, or if you make a hobo stove if you made it with beeswax instead of plain paraffin. It's a bear invitational. Just be aware of that, yes it burns longer and cleaner, but you have to let those stoves cool completely before putting them away or they can reignite, and the bears have plenty of time to find you before you put it away

@mean108 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sir, for sharing your arts supplies 👍💕. Sometimes, I have so many and don't know what to take 😆. Now, I do 😊. God bless 💕 🙌

@s7121n9s 5 жыл бұрын

I actually found that bag on Amazon. It's the Qcute Tactical Bag for $14.99 with Prime. In case you or anyone was wondering

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Eric! I'll look for it and add it to the supply list links in the description. Much appreciated!!

@parisdblack1711 3 жыл бұрын

Having a hard time picking a color, black would match my coat, but I am a veteran so either olive green or khaki would work as well.

@Hugs4Rugs 3 жыл бұрын

@@parisdblack1711 thanks for your service sir.

@francesschatz3131 3 жыл бұрын

Wow

@belindahugheslifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, I just discovered you via YT suggestion. Saw the title and knew it was info I was actively seeking after some path reflection and insights. Thanks so much for sharing about your field pack. It's exactly what I needed, with a few personal tweaks, like the headlamp with extending sections to avoid battery waste, instead of flashlight. But I love your stuff: a few higher quality more expensive bits mixed in with medium and lower price range items, all of which meet your needs and get the job done. I absolutely agree with the pencil caps and like the removable erasers on the Blackwings. Never knew you could sharpen mechanical pencils - so my fave is that long point sharpener. While in a massive life change phase, I made a sketchbook by simply folding some white copy paper (I know, zero tooth! But it's what I had at the time.) twice so it formed a small book, and tucked that into my backpack with a sharpener and a few graphite & colored pencils and erasers. As needed, I refolded the book to access blank pages. It served me very well in a pinch. When inspiration strikes, the channeling energy calls, life is stressful or you have an opportunity, ya just gotta art, no excuses, no apologies, no delays. That is the artist's life. I look forward to enjoying and learning from more of your works. Blessed be.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great comment Belinda! So much of life is just showing up and putting in the effort. And it doesn't hurt that sketching on location is a blast. Welcome to the channel...Paint on!

@mikelove9832 5 жыл бұрын

This show's you are a true professional artist ! Thanks for the info

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike, I'm just another artist who loves his gear!

@ambermacdonald1321 3 жыл бұрын

Just found this video, as I make plans for my own travel kit. Thanks again for the lip balm warning - never can be too careful about zombies. ;)

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

IKR?!? Amen to that, lol!!

@taylorvanbuskirk8040 5 жыл бұрын

You are more prepared than a Boy Scout!!! LOL!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Bwahahaha, wait till I post my all day drawing/watercolor pack, lol!

@taylorvanbuskirk8040 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt, then I should have said, "An Eagle Scout!" LOL

@susanyoung1600 5 жыл бұрын

A neon Lamy! I like you already!

@karenjohnson6487 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve. Great ideas for easy plain air kits. My first "plain air" so to speak was in a restaurant at lunch with a friend. We sketched and painted our lunch. Fun. I have sketched things in my yard also. As I am driving I see things that are sketch worthy but don't "dare" stop. I suppose if I had a sketch kit in the car it may help my nerve. lol. A work in progress.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

IKR? It's just plain more comfortable to not stop... at first, lol. But after I did it a few times, well, it's just what I do now. I think people think of me as they did of Van Gough back in 1888, "there's that crazy artist again"! I can take that, lol.

@amexjam55 3 жыл бұрын

All good tips and advice. I'll start off with the minimalist kit first and go from there. ☺👍

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

That's so wise and I couldn't agree more. If it's big and complicated, for most folks it'll end up in the closet unused!

@dougg1075 5 жыл бұрын

Boom ding done. Love it

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

;0)

@JennCampbell 5 жыл бұрын

I love drawing with my 5.2 mm pencil. It's a beast! 😳😊

@jillbartos8893 5 жыл бұрын

What a nice pack, it keeps everything organized. Sling bags are so handy, I use one made by Swiss Gear with several compartments and pockets, too. I wear it in front so I can easily get to my supplies without having to take it off, if I'm standing up sketching. I need to get some of those Bongo ties. Can't wait to see your video about your watercolor EDC.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

You're exactly right Jill, sling bags and day packs are perfect for grab n go sketch bags. And they don't get in the way when you have to run to avoid those pesky zombies too! Stay tuned, lol!!

@gogo-word 5 жыл бұрын

My last run up with zombies didn't go well. So bring on the vanilla bean! Seriously I always carry a go-to art bag but I add a swimsuit and towel . ..must be ready for anything.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Well, according to Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, a towel is the most important thing to keep with you at all times in case of an emergency!

@gogo-word 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt I'm working on a multi panel piece with a loose circus/carnival/gypsy theme. It feels like I'm shuffling cards melding these 3 together. One won't stand up and say, Choose Me! Must I unscramble? Throw me a towel, please...1 or 42

@speedbird8987 5 жыл бұрын

Some great tips - especially the pencil tips, which as a newbie I didn’t know existed!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Speedbird, I'm glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

@JaredCullum 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Those sharpeners are the best. I love those. Cool to see what you carry. I always carry WAY too much. I need to make a business card or a post card. I've never done it and I went to my first official plein air event and had loads of people ask for one and I kept having to stop and write my email on a torn piece of sketchbook paper hahaha very professional.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Bwahaahaha! I just did the Oil Painters of America's paint out in St George Utah and wouldn't you know it, I didn't replace the cards I had given away on my previous outing and had to scramble to find a pen to write my info on my paper towels... sheesh! Eye roll!!! Thanks buddy!

@timmoody4007 4 жыл бұрын

I use many tactical bags love them!

@chrissycanvasart 5 жыл бұрын

Your very well prepared, I just through it all in my car lol 🙄 well I'm in UK so it's more likely raining and windy so I got to be fast lol. I enjoyed this video 👍 good tips, thank you

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Haahahaha, well, at least you're not out there in the rain doing watercolor! I'd love to visit your beautiful country one day.. especially the Cotswolds and the cliffs of Dover.

@bruceosborne1892 5 жыл бұрын

Really nice setup.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bruce!

@GarryAkehurst 5 жыл бұрын

Great information! Its always good to see other artists equipment. A really good 'Carry-all' bag is produced by Derwent Pencil Company (I'm not sure if is marketed in the States, but worth checking on the internet). Basically it is a shoulder bag with a mesh pouch for carrying loose items such as sharpeners, paper stumps, pencil sharpener, eraser and a watercolour kit. The interior is made up of removeable sections with elasticated straps that hold 132 pencils (which could include conte pencils, sketching pencils, watercolour pencils etc. whatever you like). The only drawback is that the shoulder strap D rings are made of plastic which may break if you add to much weight to the bag - this happened to me because I put in a heavyweight watercolour pallete, and another section of pencils from a second bag; so I replaced the D rings with metal split rings usually found on keyrings (readily available on the internet or hardware store. The back of the bag holds space for an A5 Sketchpad. Lastly the bag has a removeable strap and carrying handle. Hope you find this useful (and no, I'm not sponsored by the company!)

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info Garry, it's always great to learn about new gear bags. It looks good, though those plastic D rings are a design flaw, but I like how you solved it... just a little ingenuity on your part! Draw on!

@GarryAkehurst 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for getting in touch. Generally speaking it is surprising how many design flaws or just plain bad designs occur in art materials - even those products made by large international companies who have traded for hundreds of years and should know better. I'm sure you can think of examples you have come across. I don't know the reason for this - perhaps it's a confusion between materials produced for professionals / amateurs / students; perhaps it's just a desire to get a product to market as soon as possible and make a quick buck. To be a little kinder to those companies maybe it's just a lack of foresight as to the needs of artists and the media they use. Anyhow, I wish you well and thanks again.

@dibyoshreepaint9241 3 жыл бұрын

16:45 that's the most feature packed sharpner I have ever seen, I don't do a lot of pencil stuff, but I still want it 👁 👄 👁

@jude1515 3 жыл бұрын

I like this so much that after searching a lot of bags I picked this one. I got it in green too. Thanks for a great tutorial. This little bag is also very affordable.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Hey that's great Jude. It's a great little bag and still looks new. You'll be very happy with it I think.

@jude1515 3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArtI am sure that I will. Thanks again.

@jude1515 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again and I am sure I will.

@flamedragon76 5 жыл бұрын

Informative and a bonus drinking game its a win win 😁

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Bwahaahaaa!

@recoveringsoul755 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video with an attached shopping list. darn you!! But I saved it for when I have money to shop with

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry! Not sorry!! LOL ;0)

@Justkisha 2 жыл бұрын

I this is my second time coming across this video. Each time I learn something new. Awesome video.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kisha, you made me smile and as always, thanks for watching!!

@Justkisha 2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt your very welcome thank you for sharing your talents and tips

@brianashmorestudio 5 жыл бұрын

I haven’t seen those Palomino pencils with the point covers, before. Cool!! I love watching general EDC videos (knives, flashlights, tools, etc). So, it made me chuckle that you referred to your art kits as “EDC” because I think of my carry kits the exact same way. I also have a daily pocket EDC with a knife, flashlight, multi-tool, etc but also carry a small Space Pen and pocket Moleskine for small sketches and notes. However, I DON’T currently have any vanilla bean lip balm!! That stuff would be great on a cotton ball for fire starting and letting the zombies know your exact location. 😁 Great video, Steve!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother! Like you I love the EDC bids for the best knives and flashlights and such But not ONCE have I seen vanilla bean lip balm included, not even in prepper videos. I just hope they wise up and catch on soon and start adding it!!! Thanks for checking out my lil video and for checking in!!!

@mbfrezon 5 жыл бұрын

Love palaminos and just treated myself to the point guards! I have a tiny leatherman-type tool for a) the pliers which is the way to open up stuck watercolor tubes and b) the small knife you always need even if it's just for lunch. Blackwing pencil sharpener ftw! And a white conte pencil.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

@@mbfrezon those are great additions to any kit!I always keep a pocket knife in my, well, pocket. You never know when you'll come across a tree you want to carve your initials in! (Just joking kids)

@madhusri6679 2 жыл бұрын

I love your channel Wish I could found yours before a year Now I'm 18 old 2nd year fine art student but I didn't learned anything in college But your channel helped a lot Thank you for making videos 😊

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Awww, you're still incredibly young. You've got lots of time to achieve your potential! I wish I was 20 and had all the online learning opportunities you have today. I'm so happy to be able to help with my videos. Thanks for watching and Paint On!

@chevaliedelareverie 5 жыл бұрын

It looks like a military surplus bag! (Excellent place to buy bags and packs).

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea Haley, thank you!!!

@nitinsuthar5113 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nitin!

@janesmith1917 3 жыл бұрын

I love those lip balms lol

@lauracordobasalgado3242 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the visit Laura!

@liveincolor3793 3 жыл бұрын

Cheap ledger clipboard is great drawing board or a cheap plastic cutting board. For bag, the nurses fanny pack is great

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Super great tips, thanks for the ideas!! Happy drawing 😊

@arcuda2001 5 жыл бұрын

You are hysterical lolol lip balm .. yeah!! Thanks for the video .. you’re a pleasure to watch and listen to :-))))

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Haahaha, you've been warned... it could save your life! ;0)

@robinsartsandcrafts6500 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer coconut lip balm. 😆 If you’re interested in non plastic options for environmental reasons, you can sub a rag with an easy diy solution of your choice. I’ve switched to rags for all my students in my studio, from yards of ugly donated flannel fabric. I just found your channel, and am looking forward to binge watching it, as an alternative to less healthy mind numbing distractions from stress. Thank you for sharing.

@kishascape 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. I just keep it simple though, I have the Fabre-castell sketch n go set. 12 pencils, eraser, sharpener, in decent nylon case with a hook, and a compact ring bound sketch pad. I saw these nice faux leather portable sketchbooks at Walmart though, that’s even better and easier to carry. Might get one of those later.

@busybees.r.c.1836 4 жыл бұрын

I went from a small purse to a backpack gradually but pretty quick. I generally carry around 2 sketchbooks and a 5 peice pen kit. I plan on packing a good quality watercolor kit, some brushes, pencilt and pans. I have a nice hardcover ive been useing. My sister is in theater so im planning on sitting ouyside drawing some of the neat architecture while she is rehearsing.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 жыл бұрын

what a good idea. Using your downtime to do what you love and get better at it. Thanks Shannon!

@busybees.r.c.1836 4 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt thank you!!!

@therosenetwork 3 жыл бұрын

On the thumbnail I thought the third option bag was way bigger than that haha but I am glad it's smaller I love the option one set/kit that you suggested thank you for sharing ❤️😘😊

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! Thanks TRN.

@therosenetwork 3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt you are welcome have a good day

@Socrates... 5 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on how to transition from copying drawings / photos to drawing from life (3d)....thanks

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Socrates, that's an EXCELLENT suggestion! I'll definitely put that on my to do soon list! Thanks for the suggestion!

@hexemuller6555 2 жыл бұрын

I love the peppermint balm. But I cant find it in German stores this time. Thanks for your useful video!

@susanyoung1600 3 жыл бұрын

There's another lip balm called Zombie Lips that sounds hilarious.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

HA! I found another one on Etsy called "Zombie Brains" lip balm and another called "Zombie Farts" lip balm... XP

@TenBob 2 жыл бұрын

Mole Skin is the material used to cover some quality books. You may find it in your Barbour pockets :))

@natashakorff5574 Жыл бұрын

Rushing to get the lip balm... 😄😄😄

@gabrielekoster1871 3 жыл бұрын

great tips from you, thank you so much. Gaby

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Gaby, glad you found it helpful!

@johnjones928 10 ай бұрын

Personally I don't like to sketch outdoors but I would highly recommend Pentel twist erase GT mechanical pencils. They don't need to be sharpened, hold 5-6 wood pencils worth of lead, have a huge replaceable eraser and a retractable tip to keep it from being snagged in your pocket or bag.

@watermelonhelmet6854 5 жыл бұрын

I've never understood the popularity of Moleskine notebooks/sketchbooks. They're basically average sketchbooks at premium prices.

@mikerose2504 5 жыл бұрын

I hate their paper it bleeds like hell. I use Rhodia most of the time

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hiya Watermelon Helmet. I get it, it's not for everyone. They are spendy (though the Cahier's are not that bad) and I've learned to love the surface over the years. Would you be willing to share whats your favorite sketchbook? I'm always looking to learn what other artists like and what they like about them. Also, what medium do you prefer tp use? Graphite, charcoal, pen and ink? Thanks for watching.

@Obsidian_Iris_ 5 жыл бұрын

I second the Rhodia pads (from France), their paper is exceptional and is less expensive than comparable Moleskins. By the way, your first pronunciation was correct. It’s the simplest option, “MOWL-skin” and the Cahiers is “KAH-yay.” Sakura Microns are excellent for line art, EXCEPT, oddly enough, for the regular brush pen. It’s difficult to control for a brush pen. Look into the Pentel Pocket Brush Pen. A very cool feature is that it’s refillable!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

@@Obsidian_Iris_ great info and feedback. I do have and have used the Pentel Pocket pen and love it because it's waterproof and refillable with their ink refills, but I'm kinda clunky with it and don't have that wonderful comic book artist kinda control I'd like to have. Just have to take it out and use it more.

@speedbird8987 5 жыл бұрын

Moleskine notebooks are best for writers and journalists who are jotting down notes with a ballpoint pen or a pencil. Anything else (such as fountain pens or markers) are a disaster. I much prefer Rhodia or Clairefontaine notebooks.

@adelinenicholas922 3 жыл бұрын

I have that tactical bag. It's my purse. Now I need one for art stuff.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

HA! You can never have too many art bags, lol!

@Frumious_Jabberwocky 5 жыл бұрын

May someone want to know, this unbranded bag originates from Maxpedition Remora.

@omnesilere 5 жыл бұрын

Bongo ties and gaff tape is how movies are made.

@namilapluie 5 жыл бұрын

✨Strathmore mixed media 500 series. Best sketchbook for me it’s pretty hardcore and light for travel 🌿✨

@Discofoxx1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing :) Did you ever make that video about your day pack with more stuff, watercolor, etc, that you mention at the end of this video?

@Justkisha 2 жыл бұрын

Hilarious vanilla bean lip balm for zombie apocalypse.

@vermis8344 5 жыл бұрын

This is just the thing to get me going, before I go to sketch outdoors... - I like screw-clamp pencil extenders, when I'm not using mechanical pencils or lead holders. Chunkier than a pencil cap, but acts as one in transit, while ekeing a bit more out of my pencil stubs when I get where I'm going. - I just started using those Zig Brushable pens myself. I'm always interested in making my sketching paraphernalia more compact and portable, and having two tones in one pen helps with that. Encouraging to see that much better artists think there's something in them, too. Good point about the wet wipes. I'll have to go look about some while I'm buying vanilla bean lip balm.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Warren, that's a great idea. So do you transport the pencil in the extender backwards, or just slip it inside the extender until it doesn't stick out anymore?

@vermis8344 5 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Thanks! Backwards, so that the extender can grip onto the end of the pencil and prevent it rattling about.

@arkieda 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa, you can sharpen mechanical pencils?? Learning new things!

@Angela-jy8um 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you get your business cards made? Also the KUM pencils sharpener is my favorite! I bought three because I love them so much! Great video, thanks for sharing. Note to self: need vanilla bean - prepare for zombies

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angela, sometimes I use moo.com for my bus cards, but usually I use vistaprint.com

@LOCKEYJ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. Informative and witty too which is nice. Yes, you’re pronouncing moleskine correctly

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear from you Mind Milk. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you found it helpful. Draw On!

@arlenealennox3136 3 жыл бұрын

“mole - a- skeen - a” according to their website. It’s Italian.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Arlene. Seems like a lot of work just to say Moleskin, ha! Just kiddin'. Thanks for the clarification on the pronunciation!!

@DanceswithDustBunnies 3 жыл бұрын

Zombies...LOL. I keep lipbalm everywhere, in my art kits, every sewing kit, crochet bag, computer bag, sewing machine table, both desks....it is indispensable!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, and I'm sure that's why you've never been attacked. Think Vampires+Garlic!! lol

@DebNicolaisenArtist 4 жыл бұрын

Gator board would be lighter than the Masonite as your hard surface to hold your sketchbook

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, any hard surface will work. I don't find the masonite's weight to be a problem, but you're right, gator board would be lighter. Thanks Debbie!

@brianpite0893 5 жыл бұрын

No tissue for blending? Very informative video. Thanks

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, yeah, tissues would be a good addition, instead of using my thumb! Boom!!

@BonesofStarlight Жыл бұрын

Hello, fellow leftie 💜!

@woolpuppy 5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure there's a joke with the vanilla bean lip balm, but I'm not getting it.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Ha, sorry Wool Puppy, it's just me trying to be silly and add a little humor. You didn't miss anything.

@c8Lorraine1 2 жыл бұрын

Lip balm is good for starting a small fire to keep warm during zombie apocalypse

@potatodude5327 3 жыл бұрын

Do Staedtlar Erasers Generally Smudge Paper? Mine Keeps Doing That, Not Always, But It's Annoying When it Happens.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Huh Potato Dude, honestly I've not had that problem. Yep, that'd definitely be annoying. If I ever have a problem with the edge of an eraser, or I want to get back to a sharp edge, I'll take a flat razor and cut some off to get to a new edge... maybe try that? What kind of paper are you using? I could see it maybe doing that on mylar, but not regular drawing/sketchbook paper.

@potatodude5327 3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt I Use A Canson Art Book One Sketchbook, And I'll Try Cutting Off A Bit And See If That Helps, Thanks For Responding!

@clinthathcock6078 5 жыл бұрын

What was the neon colored fountain pen in first group?

@vermis8344 5 жыл бұрын

It looks like a Lamy Safari.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Here you go Clint. This is a Chinese pen by Jinhao. If you don't like the idea of a Chinese knockoff, you can buy a Lamy: www.ebay.com/itm/Jinhao-599A-Plastic-Fountain-Pen-F-Nib-0-5mm-office-student-Calligraphy-Writing/273352117788?var=&hash=item3fa50e4e1c&enc=AQADAAAC8FjVrDbVsZ8oH%2F8PNHtt9VX4%2Fw7FZcmMuqsX8uaFEduVXCdlyNnJGLkhohe3z9v4H2bHZkM5I9qN32RNzRRd3yBPYvvZ%2Fik6%2B8MobET%2FGcfQUwNQOfYWmcqAZt90VB7r%2BR808ksv%2BT7ioPnIMUtKb8zKndivkJXu%2B5yq7doAYMeel4To5XXQOMZsHctzJCggIZJHk1ebiMwKplfmK0Nk8jK8VwceNY04dRL7rPVeDGVVpfaLP9NEmGTEjm1dd6UjLMmDdn%2F4kWwHlq9tj5GRcqYvfmZUVSbhGsKjA38lPBLHMhNcQBybugrcNAfQhTFxu916C%2FgsMZs1O8BYFo2dJNk%2FUNn4OhVz5Gaek%2Bf3C2Y34nkNkmtjFuASDhQUDet%2Bpm1bhqJ4u8PnHQPNvlanvgYsiRbFEhkMkAQd7yG1aMtHzdop%2BP%2BJlBrxLDMticZnspSqeqOmxL7DE6s6um3Q9vxGnc6XaDAVb3YCIr2GzB0EvSWK%2B6vvz%2FKx2e%2FdU%2FsLKh0s52NTRwmXnMy6hAHetH7wSgB4kes9qDntlJ0m46mkz88aiJBZw1ZGD2cnMTjuWq2Q8UVwf0ZDcKCgG4UJAmCd9HpREaRDIE4iE3dgdvF22vqfipB1w5J8MogTAbK0%2Baaneq6zovSnuU7f1I4wZv7Gq7aGwoPhqftW5bIebPPqe%2BK98yMrKnEo2IPT0q5Q7YPxi1rD9zsS78f8o%2BQhJLXHCznwvsnV0G4P3Wcr1o1RM4oghyirZG4YVQD7Qg384H56P%2B0l9oxskcs7k9awRtwumap3x%2FzjEM7dh9mmlEoJsgL3hWKi6PizxomN4VxwwVRT0BPrMH25E%2FKmApTi2Zf4HKmttpm5wx2Ys1PLYO7GQnJPgdifmiJktzhauNfDDvBGvjbHHXFFn3rNSSaUPpqoHmOdIuQPdy5lpM9PQdWOJ9vt2MH9sbwj%2F6fdwxhCquu0OqBIbeC6lwI9tv05kvSa2h6IOVOIufa0z2vjTIlg&checksum=273352117788f2feafa5a6544220a3b9dba22508c308

@realms4618 Жыл бұрын

Found that Backpack on ebay so I bought one😌,it costs me 15.98

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Жыл бұрын

Hey, that's great!

@realms4618 Жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt yep! I had to grab one as a edc for my art😌. You're bag/supplies are so cool on how you put them in the backpack for some reason. It's satisfying 😌

@richardorbon5718 4 ай бұрын

WHERE DO YOU BUY THE PALOMINO PENCIL TIP COVERS

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 ай бұрын

You can find lots of different kinds of these caps at all different price points, just search for "pencil caps". Here's a link to the ones in the video, though now they only seem to come in assorted colors: www.amazon.com/Kutsuwa-HiLine-Assorted-Metallic-RB016/dp/B01B2UIIN2/ref=sr_1_10?crid=2UDMJ1HWD5QVY&keywords=wood%2Bpencil%2Bcover&qid=1706856657&sprefix=wood%2Bpencil%2Bcover%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-10&th=1 Draw on!

@10us101 5 жыл бұрын

steve where do you get your referance material without worrying about copyright thanks

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Larry, I usually take my own photo reference. Anytime I'm on a hike or in nature I have my camera with me. Yeah, I'm that guy, lol. I hire reenactors or ask friends to model for me if I'm going to do a story painting. It's easier than it sounds.

@greekveteran2715 Жыл бұрын

Staedtler erasers are not as good as many people believe. They aren't as good as Faber Castell and no where near as good, as Tombow Mono Plastic, or Sakura Sumo Grip or Kokuyo. Those brands, remove the deepest black marks, they do it easily, they DO NOT smudge the graphite, destroying your drawing, and another very important thing, they are soft and do not damage the paper. PS Lyra Kneadable eraser, is the best kneadable eraser. (Faber Castell is not bad, but it's their only product, that Lyra makes it WAY better.)

@sallyreff2574 5 жыл бұрын

Identification - I use address label & add my phone number!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

YES! Great!!

@manojkokate-ik4ot 5 ай бұрын

Plain

@gwynneharries7024 3 жыл бұрын

It is pronounced Mole skin as in the skin of a mole. Continuity blip!!! Different watchstraps at the start

@thomasrpoole2490 5 жыл бұрын

All packed and ready to go!! Really beautiful paintings you have! And also great videos like these ones that you have! I liked and subscribed! And you’re also more then welcome to check out some of my painting videos that are painted and filmed here in Australia! Would be much appreciated! Cheers!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Thomas! You live in an amazingly beautiful country. I'd come for a visit if it didn't mean having to be on an airplane for almost an entire day, lol! Your verandah painting video was fun to watch... you're a talented man... keep going!! BTW, are the birds always that noisy in Australia????

@thomasrpoole2490 5 жыл бұрын

Draw Paint Repeat hey thanks for the reply I appreciate it and yeah that Verandah video was fun to make cheers for the kind words! And yes, yes the birds are normally quite loud when they’re being stubborn, but that’s all the fun of it, you get use to the beautiful creatures sounds around here! Thanks again!

@jashslingingslasher 2 жыл бұрын

That watch looks awfully uncomfortable with the giant turn dial

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Awww, it's not uncomfortable, it just looks that way. Thanks for watching Nathan! 😂

@jashslingingslasher 2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt lol, I had one like that and whenever I was getting up off the ground at work, it would dig into the top of my hand. 😂 keep up the videos, I wish you the best.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

@@jashslingingslasher Haaaha, thanks buddy!

@Alexmaystudio Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video. I have a serious question to ask as I watch… oh hang on I’m going to play along with the drinking game, one sec. Ok so whre was I, yes I wws wondring hw yuo decide wht thhdndn ttgebeb hdhdjkk. Yes!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Жыл бұрын

I love your ability to multi-task!! Watching YT videos, participating in my drinking challenge, and asking coherent questions... Wowsers!! 🤣

@MedaHalmaciu 3 жыл бұрын

Just buy the Hahnemuhle so you don't have to pronounce Moleskine. 🙃

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 жыл бұрын

Oh boy! How do you pronounce Hahnemuhle?...grin.

@MedaHalmaciu 3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt You can actually look it up on KZfaq :) Just simple German pronunciation.

@kateloonjoonsoon7563 5 жыл бұрын

This guy keep switching his watches

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 5 жыл бұрын

I made this video on two successive days and changed my watch on the second day. Sounds like you were distracted.

@jeannemartens4210 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I use to be a “Prop Master” and set set many stages that it’s hard for me to watch tv or movies without noticing stuff an I totally missed the watch! Probably because Im so engrossed and learning that I missed it😁

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 жыл бұрын

@@jeannemartens4210 Yep, I do watch "costume changes" in my videos. I must have been influenced by Cher... or Britney... ;0)