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Why You Need Zebra Pens in Your Art Collection
Are you looking for amazing and versatile pens to use in your next mixed media project? Check out these Zebra Pens products with me! If you’ve been following me, you know that I already have more than 684 pens, pencils, and markers. What makes these ones special? Join me as I test a selection of Zebra Pen’s product line and we’ll look at what makes these pens a must have for your art practice. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. Why Zebra Pens? I’ve seen Zebra pens around at art stores, but…
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15 Amazing Gift Ideas for Artists and Creatives
Are you looking for gift ideas for artists this holiday season? It can be challenging to shop for the artist in your life. There are so many products and options it can feel overwhelming. Today I’m going to simplify this process for you. I’ve included 15 of my favorite supplies that I use constantly in my creative process. Whether working in an art journal or on a canvas, these quality products will make fantastic gifts for both professional and novice artists alike! Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. 1. Helix Circle…
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Choosing the Best Watercolor Marker
Choosing the best watercolor marker for your creative practice may seem daunting. There are many brands, styles, and colors of pens and markers available. How do we figure out which brand would be the best for us? Today I will share with you my experiences using watercolor markers and what to look for when purchasing a watercolor marker. Choosing the Best Watercolor Marker There are several things to consider when choosing the best watercolor marker to use for your creative practice. What are You Using Your Markers For? The first consideration is what are you using your markers for? Do you want a thick or thin marker, a brush tip,…
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5 Creative Techniques with Watercolor Markers
Watercolor markers are a fun and easy way to add beautiful blends of color to your creative projects. Watercolor markers and pens are easy to use and work well on a variety of surfaces. Today I am sharing 5 easy techniques for using watercolor markers in your creative projects. Watercolor Markers Watercolor markers come in many brands and styles. These range from fine tip pens to dual brush markers in a variety of thicknesses and nib styles. If you are new to watercolor and watercolor painting, watercolor markers are a great option for experimenting with watercolor without a huge investment in materials. Watercolor markers are so inspiring because of…
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Creative Stamping with Watercolor Markers
Stamping with watercolor markers is a great way of customizing your stamping designs in your art journal or creative projects. I love watercolor markers because they can be used in so many different ways. Not just as writing or drawing pens, but also used with stamps and other mark making tools. Stamping with watercolor markers is a less conventional way of using these markers in your creative projects. Today I will be sharing some of my favorite techniques and how I use watercolor markers to customize my stamped images. Watercolor Markers There are a variety of watercolor markers available, but I prefer watercolor markers that have both a writing…
The Art of Self-Care
