You'll Love this Cute Mouse Painting Tutorial Using Earthberry Pastels! BEGINNER-Friendly!

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Monet Cafe' with Artist Susan Jenkins

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Come into the studio with me and I will share with you why I loved using EARTHBERRY Pastels to create this cute mouse painting tutorial! This lesson is beginner-friendly!
The amazing pastels from Russia are fantastic! Check out why I love them so much! (See below for coupon code)
What You’ll Learn: ⭐️
1. Easy Transfer Method: Kickstart your painting with a simple sketch transfer technique, perfect for artists at any skill level.
2. Glowing Underpainting: Discover the secrets to creating a luminous underpainting that makes your artwork pop with an irresistible glow.
3.Step-by-Step Guidance: Follow along with detailed instructions that make each step of the painting process clear and enjoyable. The full pastel painting portion is available on my Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/posts/embrace...
⭐️ More About Earthberry Pastels:
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Earthberrry is a brand of professional, handmade, soft pastels manufactured in Russia. I hear the shipping costs are actually pretty reasonable.
🎨 They carefully select non-toxic pigments and have developed a formula that balances color intensity with safety for artists!
🎨 Each shade is named after a plant species depicted on the inside cover of the set. At Earth, Barry, we are committed to the environment, using only organic packaging - recyclable, cardboard boxes, and natural, coconut fiber, filler to protect the Pastels during shipping.
🎨 They have also developed chameleon, Pastels, which change, color or tone when rubbed, pushing the boundaries of creativity! I can't wait to try these!
Reference Images from Unsplash.com:
Mouse 1:unsplash.com/photos/brown-rod...
Mouse 2: unsplash.com/photos/purple-fl...
Mouse 3: unsplash.com/photos/two-small...
Mouse 4: unsplash.com/photos/brown-rod...
👩‍🎨 Remaining 3 Lessons Coming Soon:
While this tutorial focuses on the first of the four mouse paintings, keep an eye out for the upcoming videos that will cover the remaining three paintings, each with its own unique charm and style.
🎨 Art Supplies Used:
Fisher 400 Pastel Paper: Almost exactly like UArt paper, this professional sanded pastel paper is one of my favorites! Unlike UArt however, it doesn't curl or warp, but stays nice and flat! I get mine from ProArtPanels.com www.proartpanels.com/fisher-4...
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Pencil Sharpener: shrsl.com/4i8i0
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Lem Tape Dispenser: amzn.to/3Qmrn7w
Micron Markers: shrsl.com/4i8i7
Golden Fluid Acrylics: These are the two colors that now replace the color I used in the lesson. Below the link for the products is a video where the Golden company shares how to mix.
Nickel Azo Yellow: shrsl.com/4i8ia
Transparent Iron Oxide: shrsl.com/4i8ic
Video on How to Mix: • How to Mix a Quinacrid...
Pastels Used:
Earthberry Pastels Wildflower Set earthberrypastels.com/#!/tpro... / Sennelier 40 Half Stick Set (shrsl.com/4i8qm) /
Terry Ludwig Shades of Nature Set (www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/ter...)
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@TheTimeshadows 2 ай бұрын

So impressive how your foreground elements (mice) really pop so much more with the blended background effect. I'm learning so much theory through your practical lessons, Susan. Thank you.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It makes me so happy that you’re learning from my lessons! Have fun!

@TheTimeshadows 2 ай бұрын

Most appreciated@@monetcafe

@jumanas4012 2 ай бұрын

Cute 😀

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, @jumanas4012! I'm so glad you liked it!

@herbalannie7707 2 ай бұрын

Just fantastic. I learn so much, especially about layering colors that I would never think to put together. Jambed packed video with info. Including the hepa fan. I like speeded up. Have a great weekend Susan!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! and your comment is so helpful. I appreciate the fact that you noticed that my lessons aren’t just about one particular topic, but I try to include so much to help aspiring artists. Bless you and thank you so much.

@bmac5242 2 ай бұрын

This was great! Loved several things about it especially the under painting with lovely glow. You could have even framed them just like that without the pastels! Excited to see you use the chameleon pastels.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Oh thank you! I always like my paintings when they’re a bit unfinished. I agree with you about framing them just as sketches with the golden glow. i’ll be sure to share when I play with these Pastels more.

@jlighthouse9458 2 ай бұрын

Darling little painting !

@tatyanastepanova8341 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Susan, the underpainting and background techniques you are generously sharing are just fabulous!

@fro7943 2 ай бұрын

Я очень рада, что соотечественники производят не только бомбы и смерть, но и прекрасную пастель. Хотелось бы, что бы только ее. (Ну и акварель у нас хорошая)

@FiddleKate 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!! I so enjoyed this and appreciate all of the wonderful suggestions!!!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Lots of info in that video. Hope it helps.

@isabelle.9 2 ай бұрын

Such charming little pieces! I just love them so much!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I loved painting these sweet little mice.

@jennasosa7740 2 ай бұрын

Love this. So encouraging and helpful. I have some natural talent but get discouraged because I don't have the skill and time to develop and educate myself intensively and so it just stops me from even trying. But the easy sketch trick put some hope in me.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

I totally understand and can relate to your comment. I remember when Art was frustrating for me because I didn’t have the time in my life to dedicate to serious learning. I find it helpful though just to squeeze in a little bit of fun artistic time. Creating little paintings that are intuitive and playful can sometimes fill that need to create without feeling like you need to paint a masterpiece or learn a whole lot from the session.

@ArtOfDan9908 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful work!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

🙂 🙂 🙂 ❤, @ArtOfDan9908 thank you so much. I appreciate that!

@birgitblume4980 2 ай бұрын

Gorgeous Susan!!! And soooooo cute 😍

@davidh34309 2 ай бұрын

These mice paintings are adorable! Also, I appreciate your transfer technique since getting accurate proportions for a sketch can be time-consuming.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! and Yes, that transfer technique is super simple

@wilmamarais2157 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, cant wait to try.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy! I truly loved painting these sweet little mice.

@mreinstein48 2 ай бұрын

Love these! 😍😍

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Glad you like them! I'm going to get more of these pastels!

@mreinstein48 2 ай бұрын

@@monetcafe Yes please! 😍😘

@artmadebydi 2 ай бұрын

Wow, I love the image, size, color pallet and thanks for the supply list. You are a wonderful artist and great teacher ❤️

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

🙂 🙂 🙂 ❤, @artmadebydi I appreciate you so much! Thank you!

@maitev-p9582 2 ай бұрын

Love your commentary! You provide so much useful information!!! The little paintings are delightful ❤❤❤ greetings from the east coast of Florida !!!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I grew up on the East Coast of Florida. I lived in Jacksonville for many years and went to high school there.

@judithwilliams5185 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Susan. I’ve been trying to think of a subject to paint for a baby shower gift.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Oh perfect! These sweet little mice would be an excellent baby gift.

@candicewoodard8575 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

☺️ you are so very welcome!

@user-up4lx3gg3z 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful Susan From Portugal Carlos

@debbiedavidge5566 2 ай бұрын

I have just placed my first ever 'Earthberry' soft pastel set re the gorgeous Morning Fog set. I just now have to be absolutely patient waiting for their arrival. Thank you for introducing them!

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful!! I just used than and love them.

@beatricenowell8207 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, Sales of Russian products Will support Russian attacks against Ukraine. Therefore innocent people will continue to die and be hurt from these sales. To learn of some of their experiences over the past two years, view KZfaq channels of some of the remaining Ukrainian artist such as "Coloring with Alena". If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.

@rareheartart 2 ай бұрын

Susan, adored your rendition of these mice! You make it seem so easy. Ques-I love to work with pastels on an easel, but I find the dust falls like a curtain and discolors. Any suggestions?

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Hi Kimberly, thank you so much and yes, pastel dust can definitely fall. I make a little homemade trough out of aluminum foil. I just pull along sheet out and fold it up horizontally and make a V. I put half of it behind my painting board and the other half sticking out front. Also, I often put down an old towel underneath me when I paint to catch any residual pastel dust. Another tip is to get a small HEPA filter fan to put next to you while you’re painting. I turn it around backwards so that it is sucking in the pastel dust. It’s not only helpful for cleanup, but it keeps you from breathing it as well. Hope that helps!

@rareheartart 2 ай бұрын

@@monetcafe I really mean the pastels discoloring the painting as the dust falls -the moment I’m applying it. Like a dark color will fall down over a light color and sometimes I can’t even blow it off. I use sennelier pastels. The only thing I can think of is setting my easel up more erect.

@rosaliefunk1629 2 ай бұрын

I love your transfer technique. It looks so easy. It can help with proportions in everything. These adorable mice are just too cute! Once again, thank you for your time, care, teachings and making the world a kinder place. ❤️

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! It's always my pleasure!

@dorotadomagaa1078 2 ай бұрын

What if I used watered down acrylic paint?

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Yes, that would absolutely work. I’ve done that method before to create an underpainting.

@laurenkris9384 2 ай бұрын

Another wonderful video. Always showing such great ways to mix media's. I've never heard of these pastels but I'm always excited to find new brands and the fact that they are from Russia doesn't bother me at all. The people of Russia are lovely people and I support ma and pop businesses no matter what country. We are all just trying to survive. Matter a fact Russia won't allow a lot of the toxins we have here in the US so when you said they were non toxic thats even better.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! and Amen.... yes, we are all just trying to survive in this crazy world. Lots of good people in every country. And I'm a huge fan of the non-toxic products!

@herbalannie7707 2 ай бұрын

Yep love Mother Russia!

@beatricenowell8207 2 ай бұрын

Assuming you are a part of caucasian America and feel evincible and entitled, I pray this remains true for you always and your community will never need support. Many lovely people of Russia left their homeland because they didn't support the nations objectives. However individual objects are irrelevant, but facts are relevant. Sales of Russian products Will support Russian attacks against Ukraine. Therefore innocent people will die and be hurt from these sales. To learn of some of their experiences, view KZfaq channels of some of the remaining Ukrainian artist such as "Coloring with Alena". If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.

@TjVoelkerArt 2 ай бұрын

Do you prefer Fisher 400 over Pastelmat? Also, how hard is it to learn photoshop? It's astounding to me how you get those little tiny marks with those big chunky sticks.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

That’s a tough question because I like both surfaces. I think I like Fisher 400 for its layering ability and the colors just seems so vibrant on that surface. But I do love Pastelmat as well. Also, I majored in graphic design back in the dark ages, but did get some computer, graphic training, and I’ve played around with Photoshop for many years. It’s nice to be able to manipulate photos and achieve certain effects, but there’s a program on the computer that’s free called Canva. You can do so many things that are similar to Photoshop. Just go to canva.com and check it out. One day I want to have a tutorial showing more about how to use it, but it’s really pretty self-explanatory. Plus, you can find tons of videos on KZfaq teaching you how to use it. oh and it definitely can be difficult getting small marks with the big chunky Pastels, but you just learned to feel where they are. Hope that helps!

@TjVoelkerArt 2 ай бұрын

@@monetcafe it truly helps. I suppose, as with anything, the more you do it, the easier it is. I have Canva on my phone, but didn't realize you could use it like photoshop, so that's good. I need to watch some tutorials on that. I use pastel pencils and love pastelmat, but truthfully I haven't tried Fisher 400. I do have some Uart, but saw somewhere where that wasn't as user friendly as Fisher. I originally got it for colored pencil, but it rolls at the corners.

@alenaabakumova1525 2 ай бұрын

Ваши работы прекрасны, а видео заряжают теплом🎉🎉❤

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Your comment truly blessed me.

@candicewoodard8575 2 ай бұрын

I tried the discount code Barry 10 and it wasn't accepted

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

It’s BERRY10 and all one word 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 hope that works!

@lukass5651 2 ай бұрын

I received the Earthberry “Dawn” box as a gift and not to sound bratty but was extremely confused by the choice of colors in the set, 6 shades of red and not a single yellow, I’ve owned countless color set from all kinda mediums but never in my life did I come across a set of 30+ colors that lack a primary one… I assumed since this is all hand made they probably haven’t had the chance to create a yellow shade yet ? Wrong, confusion turned into revolt when I saw the price tag online… 150$ for a color box that basically has red, blue, green, brown and purple in a bunch of different shades, rendering the color set completely useless. I’ll keep it as a quirky piece of decor since there’s nothing that comes to mind that I can draw with these limited colors, not even a dawn makes sense without any oranges or yellows.

@alenaabakumova1525 2 ай бұрын

Сьюзен, доброго дня! Да действительно эта пастель становится все больше популярной у нас в России, ее мелочки разлетаются как горячие пирожки в интернет иагазинах. Очень приятно, что и вы Сьюзан рассказали о них в своем видео. ❤

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

Oh, that’s so wonderful to hear! I really do adore these Pastels from Russia! And the people in the company seems so sweet. Have fun!

@daisymay3215 2 ай бұрын

I love Russia

@beatricenowell8207 2 ай бұрын

I love your art work.The Earth Berry pastels are beautiful as well, but regardless of Galina and her family's work ethic or political stance, tax money from the sales of their products Will support Russian attacks against Ukraine. Coloring book artist Anastasia Elly Koldareva, arguably produces some of the most outstanding portraits, if not the most, among all the coloring book artist community. Desire for her latest work, Exotica, makes it difficult for many of us to boycott her products, but if you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.

@JCcreates927 Ай бұрын

But I'm not an angel

@Engelhafen 2 ай бұрын

Susan I love you and your work always but I’m having issues supporting anything associated with Russia right now in light of all the suffering they are bringing to our friends in Ukraine.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

I totally understand that, sweetheart. And I can appreciate where you’re coming from.

@lizak4746 2 ай бұрын

Same here. I love Susan work and content, but I am Ukrainian. It is a very dissapointing to see she is supporting russian manufacturer. It meens she is supporting my people genocide. So hurts.

@lizak4746 2 ай бұрын

I am Ukrainian. By drawing with this pastel you are drawing with blood of my people.

@monetcafe 2 ай бұрын

I do not support the Russian agenda at all! My heart breaks for those in Ukraine. I have befriended a woman in Ukraine here on my art channel and she is the most precious soul. There are good people all over the world that don’t necessarily support support their government. I am an example of one of those. I would hope someone wouldn’t judge me by the current administration in America. I pray you and those in your country will be protected from harm and this can be over soon.