12 Blending Tips for Colored Pencils

Cher Kaufmann, international artist and author, shares 12 different ways to do basic blending for colored pencils. Topics include single pencil- two pencil- three pencil blending, several different blending tools, vaseline, gamsol and gel pens. A bonus sample at the end features an image from The Ancient Alchemy coloring book and how to apply blending to a coloring page from her coloring book. This video is perfect for those interested in expanding knowledge of basic techniques.

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Art examples from The Ancient Alchemy Coloring Book

Full Tutorials on other videos can be found at my You Tube Channel: ChertheFire

Author/Artist: The Artful Mandala Coloring Book: Creative Designs for Fun and Meditation
The Ancient Alchemy Coloring Book: Celtic knots, Mandalas and Sacred Symbols
Mandalas and More; A Meditative Drawing and Coloring Book for Mind Body and Spirit

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[CuzKatieSaysSo]

YouTube won't let me edit my last comment so I'm just going to add that I had no idea this video was thirty minutes long. I was so absorbed by watching and listening to you time just flew by. You know, there are artists out there that never want to share their knowledge but I've noticed when it comes to adult coloring, everyone is generously helpful with sharing what they've learned. Thank you.

[girlshawn]

I learned more in the first ten minutes than in all the classes I've ever taken. You are very clear and I got what you were saying, thanks for making this free. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[thesav]

You have no idea how helpful this was. Thanks to you, I coloured my OC the way I wanted to and I am deeply satisfied. Thank you so much!!

[CuzKatieSaysSo]

Very well done, Cher. Not only do I now possess the knowledge to expand my skill with coloring, but the mystery of how so many people who share their their colorings and do such a fantastic job of blending is solved, and I understand the nature of colored pencils a bit more. (how this video can have Any thumbs down is beyond me) Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can't wait to try something new!

[sheilapechman]

This is one of the best tutorials on blending I've viewed. I'm pretty good at it but I still learned a great deal. Thank you.

[katzarm]

I am learning so much from your colored pencil videos. When I came back after dinner yesterday to watch more of your videos, I told my husband I was going back to U-Tube School. Thank you for posting your very informative videos.

[jmass]

This was so helpful. I do find myself pressing too hard with my pencils, so maybe that is what is preventing me from getting the all of the blending I want. I will definitely practice using these techniques because I am addicted to coloring these days!

[photonella]

I find this tutorial not only helpful and very educational, but also very relaxing. I love how you use your voice softly just to let the art take over.

[ipacarrollread]

This is one of the most helpful YouTube videos I’ve seen. Thank you so much!

[rainbowfox]

I've read probably 300 colored pencil books and never seen some of these ideas. Great job!

[AnneBrown-my]

You are a great teacher. I agree with the other commenters. I have learned more in this video than all the others I have watched. Thank you for not assuming I had any knowledge of these techniques.

[denisemessier]

I am so very glad I found your You Tube channel! I am a novice colorer. I have not attempted anything yet because I am gathering information and resources. I love the way you teach through your tutorials, so I am now a subscriber! I look forward to learning more from you. Thank you for sharing your passion.

[TheVanillatech]

You have the most crystal clear and pleasant voice I could listen to you for hours.

[edwgwilymedwgwilym]

Thank you for this very very helpful demonstration. You are the first person to make me think about the tooth of the paper.

[terristephens]

In the past, I was reluctant to purchase coloring books and pencils, as I still color as though I am in grade school. I am so glad that I found your channel. You have given instructions that are clear and concise, and I believe I am encouraged to now go out a purchase coloring books and pencils. I just did not know where or how to start. I will be viewing this video over and over again, and I have subscribed to your channel. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and your talent.

[jenniferyeager]

After using CP for a few years, I thought I knew all the blending techniques. But you've taught me several new/variations that I wasn't aware of. Thanks Cher. Great vid. SUBSCRIBED!

[rmuller]

Great tips as always Cher! Enjoying my gratitude book coloring. Thanks for creating it. Blessings to you!

OMGosh! Cher I got out my violet blue pencil after watching this video and wow, what a difference it made on the piece I’m currently working on. I don’t know why I wasn’t doing this before. I’ve noticed many artists videos that talked about not being afraid to put in the shadows. I guess I just didn’t “see” what they were talking about. It didn’t dawn on me what they meant, until I actually watched you do it. Thank you for making my day by showing this important technique. Bless you!

[maryberg]

This was so very helpful! I’m just starting with colored pencils and now feel like I know some really good techniques and won’t learn bad habits. I love your presentation style - very clear and just the right pace. Thank you so much.

[adrianamccarthy]

This is the best video I've found so far, you really showed how to gleams and what to do and what not to do, you also took the time to explain everything which is what a lot of other YouTube don't do.

[bonitaeasterling]

Thank you for your teaching on the different techniques.