The NeuroTree of Grief
Gather Your Supplies
Sketchbook, Watercolor, or mixed media paper (recommended minimum 90lb/130gsm)
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Drawing tools could include a fine line pens of varying weights. Please ensure pens are waterproof permanent ink if you will be using watercolor or other wet mediums.
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Color - Derwent Inktense Pencils were used. Alternatively any watercolor pencils, Watercolor set, or water soluble markers can be used. You will also need a paintbrush ( No 10 Round Brush) and container of water.
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Colored Pencils such as Prismacolor Premier, Faber Castell Polychromos, or similar for shading and depth.
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Artist tape and a firm backing board or mat are recommended. Securing the paper before application of wet media helps to prevent warping.
I have included a list of the products I use below
Prepare Your Space
This practice works best when the space around you feels intentional, even if it is simple. A few things that can help:
A lit candle — as a quiet witness to the practice
A small bowl of water — which will also serve as your painting water
Soft ambient music if silence feels too large
Your materials within easy reach, not perfectly arranged
The preparation of your space is already the beginning of regulation.
Products I Personally Love and Use
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Strathmoore Mixed Media Paper 400 Series 300 gsm.
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Archival Black Permanent ink in assorted nib sizes.
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A Personal Favorite!
Inktense 36 piece Water Soluble Colored Pencil Set. These pencils are known for their bright and deeply saturated pigments.
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My go to colored pencil. I love their smooth, creamy texture. They layer and blend like a dream.
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4pc Watercolor Brush Set - Synthetic Watercolor Brushes Professional Kolinsky Sable Brushes - 1/2” Oval Wash, 3/4" Wash, Round 3 & Round 10 text goes here
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JusArt Artist Tape for Watercolor Paper, 1 inch Wide 200FT Long
For Masking, Framing and Painting, White Art Tape, Acid Free, Low Tack