I started a series earlier this year where I spent 30 days using my art supplies instead of buying new ones. It was a goal of mine to limit the buying impulse and rediscover joy in the art supplies I currently have. If I'm being honest, I have A LOT of supplies. Most of them are fairly used and loved but there are some gems that I haven't touched in a while. I started this challenge by creating an inventory list of all my art supplies from markers, pencils, watercolor palettes, gouache paints, etc. It was a fairly long list! Shocker! Every day I would use a random generator to pick a supply and use it! Follow along as I show you how I use these supplies and swatch all the fun colors.
You've probably heard of Crayola. Throwback to elementary school days drawing with crayons and coloring with color pencils. Did you know about Crayola Supertips? They're water-based markers with tips that are smaller than your average marker. These markers are great for budding artists but also an incredible tool for creating water-color style art. That's right! You can use them like watercolor with a few techniques!
Using Crayola SuperTips Like Watercolors
To use Crayola SuperTips as watercolors, you don't need any special equipment—just a smooth, non-porous surface to act as a palette, a brush, and some water. Here's how you can do it:
Create Your Palette: Scribble some color from the marker onto a non-porous surface like a ceramic plate, a plastic palette, or even a piece of glass. I'm using Caran Dache's plastic palette. You'll see the ink sitting on the surface and with a bit of water you've got yourself some watercolors!
Activate with Water: Dip a brush into some water, and then pick up the ink from the palette. The water dilutes the ink, creating a soft, translucent wash similar to traditional watercolors. The more water you use, the lighter and more transparent the color will become.
Start Painting: Use your brush to apply the ink to your paper. You'll notice how smoothly it glides, and how you can build layers or create gradients just like with watercolors.
Experiment with Effects: Because Crayola SuperTips are water-based, they offer a lot of room for experimentation. Try splattering water onto the ink for a textured effect, or blend multiple colors on the palette to create custom shades. You can also use the markers directly on wet paper for a diffused, bleeding effect.
Why Choose Crayola SuperTips for Watercolor Art?
Accessibility: Crayola SuperTips are widely available and budget-friendly, making them an excellent choice for artists of all ages and skill levels.
Vibrant Colors: These markers come in a wide range of colors, from bright primaries to softer pastels, allowing for diverse color mixing and matching.
Ease of Use: With no need for traditional watercolor paints or tubes, Crayola SuperTips offer a mess-free and convenient way to create watercolor effects. Perfect for quick sketches or on-the-go creativity. Great if you're traveling or for kiddos in the car.
Versatility: Beyond watercolor effects, you can use them for lettering, detailed drawings, and coloring, making them a versatile tool in any artist's toolkit.
Final Thoughts
Crayola SuperTips markers may seem like a simple, everyday art supply, but with a bit of ingenuity, they can be so much more. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, these markers offer a fun and flexible way to explore the world of watercolor. So next time you're in the mood to paint, grab your SuperTips and see where your creativity takes you!
Until next time, stay colorful.
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