Pencil Drawing Tools 2024

This is an update on my most current drawing tools. I've got some exciting new modified tools that I've added to my tool box, I've found some new and improved versions of things I’ve used before and of course some old faithfuls that have been with me from the beginning. Finding the right tools is a hugely important aspect of my drawing practice so I'm constantly experimenting with new tools to find the right fit for certain techniques. I hope you find this video useful. Let me know in the comments if there are any new tools you have been experimenting with.

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[VinothKumar]

You have no idea how much enthusiasm I got after I saw the video title in the notification. Most awaited video

[kronoscorpse]

One of the best things about being an artist is being able to experiment with things and see what works and how it can work with different textured papers, I started using mechanical erasers because of this channel. Never going back.

A deep dive into mechanical pencils and graphite would be so cool!

[cat_purrs_art_works]

The power air compressor scene is my favourite. I'm so lolling. 😹The whole video was immensely enjoyable. Thanks to all involved in its creation. 🙏

[jamesduncan]

Thank you for sharing what, and how, you do. I have been a casual graphite "artist" for decades, but since my retirement 3 years ago I have been working on being a better graphite artist. Most of what I do, and use, is because of you. Again, thank you.

[chriskopeikin]

The stencil curve is a tool that has been around for ages called a French curve, used a ton in airbrushing. The pencil erasers can be found in different hardness which has been helpful in my work, there are hard ones and very soft ones.

[Basiieee_Artist]

Thank you Jono, long awaited video yet explained further to my interest! Your content is always admirable and great!!!!

[stefansimonovicart]

Always a great morning when a new Jono Dry video drops!

[chriskopeikin]

I have also found blending with chamois is very useful and can sometimes be used to remove medium from the paper in very fine increment.

[RichardLiuArt]

Love the grinders, such an interesting way to showcase the pencil sharpening process! Also that industrial air compresser hahahaha

[chrisfromaus]

Thanks Jono, great vid. You're my favourite draw artist!

[Dannybills]

Amazing this video has given me answers to all my questions

[chriskopeikin]

I find your process and the techniques and tools you are drawn to ( no pun intended) to be very similar to mind as well as very inspiring. I also enjoy your professionalism but with a certain sense of whimsy which makes you fun to watch but also learning. Thank you

[ClaytonM]

i just realized while working in my knife shop, I could use my big grinder to sharpen a pencil. i am sure i have done this in the past in my old woodworking shop, seems so obvious after I started doing it lol

[sidersproductions]

Man I love this walkthrough man. I’m using so many things for the first time this year and just enjoying learning new techniques and tools. Here’s to a great year of drawings!

[robertjones]

Hi Thanks, I found that if I take a photo with my phone it helps me see imperfections that my eye can't see.

[seifrashed]

big fan of your work, keep up the good work

[pauljakeman]

Love these updates, shows how you carry on growing as an artist.
Awesome work Jono, your one really great and inspiring guy.

[angelruizrisueno]

Genial vídeo, muchas gracias desde España.

[SamVereschzaginArt]

Great video, as all your videos are inspiring to watch. They have helped me get back into graphite (while I still do watercolor) and understand how to achieve getting the detail in the drawing.

Many watercolorist will put their paper into bins of water to stretch them. I’ve seen one actually use their bathtub. Since your projects are huge, maybe try a garden sprayer? The ones used for chemicals.

[chaosmester]

Cool walkthrough, thx. Through your videos and artwork I was inspired to dig out my box of graphite/erasers/blending stumps recently, order a mechanical eraser (damn, what an invention!) and a Tombow eraser, and start my first drawing since… longer ago than I dare say out loud. Thanks for that! Massive fun getting back into graphite…