My MUST HAVE TOOLS for Realistic Drawing

This is a full list of all of the tools I use for my realistic charcoal drawings along with details and demonstrations on how I use each tool in my realistic drawings.

MATERIALS
Soft Charcoal Sticks :

Conte' Charcoal Pencils:

Blending Stump:

Fabriano Paper Rolls:

Fixative:

Derwent Electric Eraser:

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[StudioWildlife]

I’ve added a full list of materials I use along with links in the description. If you’ve got any other useful tools for drawing please let me know in the comments!

[jamesanson]

Thank you so much for your step by step advice. Just started again after reaching 46 years old. Not drawn since childhood, so I found the guide very helpful.

[milagrosvega]

I have not stared any drawing yet but I am amazed with the work that you do. I hope one day I will be half as good as you. I have learned so much. You are very specific in your tutorials. Congratulations on your beautiful and perfect work.

[rowne]

I took an art class and it turns out I am in love with charcoal art more than everything else. Love this video, learned a lot

[monakinnel]

The electric erasers are a priceless tool to use for graphite, pastels, and charcoal work. I will often create a finer tip by holding it at an angle on a piece of paper while running it. This sharpens the tip which helps create even finer lines for whiskers, hair, and such. I also use various makeup brushes for a variety of techniques and details. I love fine detail work and being creative by resourcing unusual or unique items to help achieve a desired effect. A kneaded eraser is also a must for any artist pursuing drawing, charcoal, or soft pastel painting.

[jessicafries]

A genuine artist, sharing your talents and tools. I appreciate your work and your words of wisdom. Thank you

[taeso]

Man.. you have amazing talent. Awesome work.

[gemcosy_art]

I like the fact that he opens up and gives a detailed explanation of the process... a lot of people don't

[phyllisappleby]

As one of my favorite artists, you are so good at explaining things. I’m learning charcoal and this was extremely helpful. I’ve also learned so very much about acrylic painting from you. You are a fantastic artist and instructor. Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us.

[julielabreche]

Merci beaucoup pour votre générosité, je vais m amuser plus agréablement avec tous vos bons trucs 😊

[laurafalconer]

I love your advice you say so many things I say in my head all the time when I'm drawing

[ikechukwusteven]

You're one of the teachers of art I've seen..So simplistic.

[johnjones]

I use blending stumps the same way with graphite powder, once it's loaded it's perfect for shading and blocking.
Also Carlie Renee uses erasers in very unique ways like cutting them to the shapes she needs, the cutoffs can still be used as well.

[jakovj.m.]

"But" you forgot to mention another important tool and that is the patience👍

[evebeaumont]

Thank you for uploading this video, it has been an enormous help to me, especially the dark charcoal tip. Your tuition is inspiring and enjoyable to watch

[juniorjun]

Try Tihoo or Artme ( both the same) electric eraser, I have used the Derwent one before but I find it too hard to use. The Artme types also come with 2.3mm like the mono eraser so you can get really fine details, it works really well with graphite and I think it would work even better with charcoal. I have never worked with charcoal but this video has inspired me to try so thank you!

[artofstoryza]

This is a comment of showing appreciation for the time, effort, energy etc that you take to share so much with others that they too may learn! I had been contemplating attempting such subjects in this medium for a while and have felt so inspired by you that I was able to approach it with courage and not fear! I thank you Sir! Your passion is contagious and you teach so well that I felt "I've got this" after watching many of your very well put together videos! My art journey just expanded. I want to share that joy with you! 😃 💃 happy arting on!

[caraclayton]

Just purchased all of this on Amazon, thank you so much for the in depth tutorial!

[asdsadwq]

thank you for this video and share your materials, is most cheap to start because i already know is going to work

[garypostell]

Thank You very interesting with lots of information, and I see some tips that I can use in my drawing in graphite as well! What little I saw of your work looked beautiful thanks 🙏 again for sharing!