The Artist's Journal
Stories & Process
Behind-the-scenes looks at how each piece comes together, thoughts on materials and technique, and stories from the studio.
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The 60-Hour Portrait: Behind the Colour Pencil Process
What happens when you spend 60 hours on a single A3 sheet of paper with nothing but colour pencils? A journey through patience, precision, and the magic of layered pigment.
Nimesha DishAni · November 15, 2024
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Charcoal vs Graphite: When to Use What
They look similar. They feel different. And they do completely different things on paper. Here is what I have learned about choosing between charcoal and graphite after years of working with both.
October 28, 2024
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A Morning in Thissamaharama: Where Art Begins
Before the pencils come out, there is the light through the window, the sound of birds, and a cup of tea. Art does not begin on paper — it begins in the quiet.
September 12, 2024