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

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  • čas přidán 2. 07. 2024
  • Like this video? Want to buy me a coffee or a new tube of paint... or generally just support the channel?
    Now you can and it would be most appreciated. Once I reach my $1,000 goal, I'll be buying a second camera to record my mixing palette since it's the number one request I get. Cheers! www.buymeacoffee.com/steveatk...
    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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Komentáře • 168

  • @karenjohnson6487
    @karenjohnson6487 Před 5 lety +41

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

  • @jeannemartens4210
    @jeannemartens4210 Před 5 lety +38

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

  • @MsYellowsubmarine
    @MsYellowsubmarine Před 4 lety +7

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @lynclarke6184
    @lynclarke6184 Před 5 lety +18

    good tip about keeping business cards with your kit.

  • @VaLonFrandsen
    @VaLonFrandsen Před rokem +2

    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.

  • @s7121n9s
    @s7121n9s Před 5 lety +35

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +3

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

    • @parisdblack1711
      @parisdblack1711 Před 3 lety +1

      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
      @Hugs4Rugs Před 3 lety +1

      @@parisdblack1711 thanks for your service sir.

    • @francesschatz3131
      @francesschatz3131 Před 3 lety

      Wow

  • @ambermacdonald1321
    @ambermacdonald1321 Před 3 lety +2

    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. ;)

  • @thebazile67
    @thebazile67 Před 5 lety +40

    (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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +3

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

  • @susanyoung1600
    @susanyoung1600 Před 5 lety +2

    A neon Lamy! I like you already!

  • @mean108
    @mean108 Před 2 lety

    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 💕 🙌

  • @JennCampbell
    @JennCampbell Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @6kunio8
    @6kunio8 Před 5 lety +13

    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
      @recoveringsoul755 Před 2 lety

      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

  • @taylorvanbuskirk8040
    @taylorvanbuskirk8040 Před 5 lety +15

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

  • @mikelove9832
    @mikelove9832 Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @gogo-word
    @gogo-word Před 5 lety +6

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +2

      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
      @gogo-word Před 5 lety +1

      @@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

  • @dibyoshreepaint9241
    @dibyoshreepaint9241 Před 3 lety +1

    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 👁 👄 👁

  • @karenjohnson6487
    @karenjohnson6487 Před 5 lety +2

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @jillbartos8893
    @jillbartos8893 Před 5 lety +1

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety

      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!!

  • @belindahugheslifestyle
    @belindahugheslifestyle Před 2 lety +5

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety +1

      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!

  • @dougg1075
    @dougg1075 Před 5 lety

    Boom ding done. Love it

  • @speedbird8987
    @speedbird8987 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @JaredCullum
    @JaredCullum Před 5 lety +3

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

      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
    @timmoody4007 Před 4 lety

    I use many tactical bags love them!

  • @amexjam55
    @amexjam55 Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety +2

      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!

  • @chrissycanvasart
    @chrissycanvasart Před 5 lety

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +2

      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
    @bruceosborne1892 Před 5 lety

    Really nice setup.

  • @flamedragon76
    @flamedragon76 Před 5 lety +1

    Informative and a bonus drinking game its a win win 😁

  • @brianashmorestudio
    @brianashmorestudio Před 5 lety +2

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety

      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
      @mbfrezon Před 5 lety

      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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

      @@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)

  • @jude1515
    @jude1515 Před 3 lety

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

      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
      @jude1515 Před 3 lety

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

    • @jude1515
      @jude1515 Před 3 lety

      Thanks again and I am sure I will.

  • @Justkisha
    @Justkisha Před 2 lety

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @Justkisha
      @Justkisha Před 2 lety

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

  • @GarryAkehurst
    @GarryAkehurst Před 5 lety +7

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +2

      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
      @GarryAkehurst Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @madhusri6679
    @madhusri6679 Před 2 lety +1

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety

      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!

  • @janesmith1917
    @janesmith1917 Před 3 lety

    I love those lip balms lol

  • @hexemuller6555
    @hexemuller6555 Před 2 lety

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

  • @recoveringsoul755
    @recoveringsoul755 Před 2 lety

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

  • @robinsartsandcrafts6500
    @robinsartsandcrafts6500 Před 2 lety +1

    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
    @kishascape Před 2 lety

    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.

  • @chevaliedelareverie
    @chevaliedelareverie Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @therosenetwork
    @therosenetwork Před 3 lety

    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 ❤️😘😊

  • @Discofoxx1
    @Discofoxx1 Před rokem

    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?

  • @arcuda2001
    @arcuda2001 Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @liveincolor3793
    @liveincolor3793 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @busybees.r.c.1836
    @busybees.r.c.1836 Před 4 lety +1

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 4 lety +1

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

    • @busybees.r.c.1836
      @busybees.r.c.1836 Před 4 lety

      @@SteveAtkinsonFineArt thank you!!!

  • @lauracordobasalgado3242

    Great video!

  • @TenBob
    @TenBob Před 2 lety

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

  • @susanyoung1600
    @susanyoung1600 Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

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

  • @omnesilere
    @omnesilere Před 5 lety +2

    Bongo ties and gaff tape is how movies are made.

  • @nitinsuthar5113
    @nitinsuthar5113 Před 5 lety

    Amazing

  • @Justkisha
    @Justkisha Před 2 lety

    Hilarious vanilla bean lip balm for zombie apocalypse.

  • @johnjones928
    @johnjones928 Před 10 měsíci

    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.

  • @namilapluie
    @namilapluie Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @watermelonhelmet6854
    @watermelonhelmet6854 Před 5 lety +26

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

    • @mikerose2504
      @mikerose2504 Před 5 lety +4

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +6

      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_
      @Obsidian_Iris_ Před 5 lety

      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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +2

      @@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
      @speedbird8987 Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @natashakorff5574
    @natashakorff5574 Před rokem

    Rushing to get the lip balm... 😄😄😄

  • @Socrates...
    @Socrates... Před 5 lety +12

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +5

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

  • @adelinenicholas922
    @adelinenicholas922 Před 3 lety

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

  • @gabrielekoster1871
    @gabrielekoster1871 Před 3 lety

    great tips from you, thank you so much. Gaby

  • @Angela-jy8um
    @Angela-jy8um Před 3 lety

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

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

  • @vermis8344
    @vermis8344 Před 5 lety

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety

      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
      @vermis8344 Před 5 lety

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

  • @Frumious_Jabberwocky
    @Frumious_Jabberwocky Před 5 lety +6

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

  • @arkieda
    @arkieda Před 2 lety

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

  • @DanceswithDustBunnies
    @DanceswithDustBunnies Před 3 lety +1

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @brianpite0893
    @brianpite0893 Před 5 lety +1

    No tissue for blending? Very informative video. Thanks

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +3

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

  • @LOCKEYJ
    @LOCKEYJ Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety

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

  • @arlenealennox3136
    @arlenealennox3136 Před 3 lety +3

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

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

  • @DebNicolaisenArtist
    @DebNicolaisenArtist Před 4 lety +1

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 4 lety +1

      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!

  • @BonesofStarlight
    @BonesofStarlight Před rokem

    Hello, fellow leftie 💜!

  • @clinthathcock6078
    @clinthathcock6078 Před 5 lety

    What was the neon colored fountain pen in first group?

    • @vermis8344
      @vermis8344 Před 5 lety +2

      It looks like a Lamy Safari.

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety

      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

  • @richardorbon5718
    @richardorbon5718 Před 5 měsíci

    WHERE DO YOU BUY THE PALOMINO PENCIL TIP COVERS

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 měsíci

      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
    @10us101 Před 5 lety

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @potatodude5327
    @potatodude5327 Před 3 lety

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

      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
      @potatodude5327 Před 3 lety +1

      @@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!

  • @c8Lorraine1
    @c8Lorraine1 Před 2 lety

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

  • @woolpuppy
    @woolpuppy Před 5 lety +2

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @realms4618
    @realms4618 Před rokem

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před rokem +1

      Hey, that's great!

    • @realms4618
      @realms4618 Před rokem +1

      @@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 😌

  • @sallyreff2574
    @sallyreff2574 Před 5 lety

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

  • @manojkokate-ik4ot
    @manojkokate-ik4ot Před 5 měsíci

    Plain

  • @greekveteran2715
    @greekveteran2715 Před rokem

    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.)

  • @thomasrpoole2490
    @thomasrpoole2490 Před 5 lety

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

      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
      @thomasrpoole2490 Před 5 lety

      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!

  • @gwynneharries7024
    @gwynneharries7024 Před 3 lety

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

  • @Alexmaystudio
    @Alexmaystudio Před rokem

    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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před rokem +1

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

  • @jashslingingslasher
    @jashslingingslasher Před 2 lety

    That watch looks awfully uncomfortable with the giant turn dial

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @jashslingingslasher
      @jashslingingslasher Před 2 lety +1

      @@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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 2 lety

      @@jashslingingslasher Haaaha, thanks buddy!

  • @MedaHalmaciu
    @MedaHalmaciu Před 3 lety

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

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 3 lety

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

    • @MedaHalmaciu
      @MedaHalmaciu Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @kateloonjoonsoon7563
    @kateloonjoonsoon7563 Před 5 lety

    This guy keep switching his watches

    • @SteveAtkinsonFineArt
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety

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

    • @jeannemartens4210
      @jeannemartens4210 Před 5 lety

      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
      @SteveAtkinsonFineArt  Před 5 lety +1

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