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! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
(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!!!!
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.
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!
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
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 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
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!!
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!!!
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.
@@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)
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!)
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!
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.
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 😊
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!
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.
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!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ❤️😘😊
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
@@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.
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.
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!!
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
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.
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?
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.)
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!
@@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 😌
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.
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.
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
@@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.
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!
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????
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!
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!
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😁
On my bucket list is to be that" old artist lady in a caftan and a big hat on the beach painting. 😳😏
Now that sounds like a great retirement plan!
Zombie apocalypse, drinking game, and art supplies makes for the best YT video. Thanks for always making my day and teaching me something new!!
good tip about keeping business cards with your kit.
Glad you got a good tip out of it!
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.
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! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
See? Nobody believes us until it's too late !!! It's cheap insurance, that's what I say, lol.
(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!!!!
thanks thebazile67! I'm familiar with the word croquis, but not cahiers. I appreciate the info, and you're very welcome!
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.
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!
That Burt's Bees Vanilla lip balm is bomb. They got some other good flavors, but that's the best one I've tried
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
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. ;)
IKR?!? Amen to that, lol!!
All good tips and advice. I'll start off with the minimalist kit first and go from there. ☺👍
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!
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.
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!
@@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
You are more prepared than a Boy Scout!!! LOL!
Bwahahaha, wait till I post my all day drawing/watercolor pack, lol!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt, then I should have said, "An Eagle Scout!" LOL
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
Thanks so much Eric! I'll look for it and add it to the supply list links in the description. Much appreciated!!
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.
@@parisdblack1711 thanks for your service sir.
Wow
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 💕 🙌
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!!
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!!!
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.
@@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)
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 👁 👄 👁
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.
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!
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.
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.
A neon Lamy! I like you already!
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!)
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!
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.
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 😊
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!
It looks like a military surplus bag! (Excellent place to buy bags and packs).
That's a great idea Haley, thank you!!!
Some great tips - especially the pencil tips, which as a newbie I didn’t know existed!
Hi Speedbird, I'm glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!
Cheap ledger clipboard is great drawing board or a cheap plastic cutting board. For bag, the nurses fanny pack is great
Super great tips, thanks for the ideas!! Happy drawing 😊
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.
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!!
I love drawing with my 5.2 mm pencil. It's a beast! 😳😊
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.
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.
what a good idea. Using your downtime to do what you love and get better at it. Thanks Shannon!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt thank you!!!
There's another lip balm called Zombie Lips that sounds hilarious.
HA! I found another one on Etsy called "Zombie Brains" lip balm and another called "Zombie Farts" lip balm... XP
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.
Hey that's great Jude. It's a great little bag and still looks new. You'll be very happy with it I think.
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArtI am sure that I will. Thanks again.
Thanks again and I am sure I will.
I this is my second time coming across this video. Each time I learn something new. Awesome video.
Thanks Kisha, you made me smile and as always, thanks for watching!!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt your very welcome thank you for sharing your talents and tips
Can you do a video on how to transition from copying drawings / photos to drawing from life (3d)....thanks
Socrates, that's an EXCELLENT suggestion! I'll definitely put that on my to do soon list! Thanks for the suggestion!
Excellent video with an attached shopping list. darn you!! But I saved it for when I have money to shop with
Sorry! Not sorry!! LOL ;0)
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.
I use many tactical bags love them!
Hilarious vanilla bean lip balm for zombie apocalypse.
Informative and a bonus drinking game its a win win 😁
Bwahaahaaa!
You are hysterical lolol lip balm .. yeah!!
Thanks for the video .. you’re a pleasure to watch and listen to :-))))
Haahaha, you've been warned... it could save your life! ;0)
Rushing to get the lip balm... 😄😄😄
Bongo ties and gaff tape is how movies are made.
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 ❤️😘😊
I totally agree! Thanks TRN.
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt you are welcome have a good day
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.
Mole Skin is the material used to cover some quality books. You may find it in your Barbour pockets :))
Boom ding done. Love it
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I love the peppermint balm. But I cant find it in German stores this time. Thanks for your useful video!
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
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.
I love those lip balms lol
Really nice setup.
Thanks Bruce!
✨Strathmore mixed media 500 series. Best sketchbook for me it’s pretty hardcore and light for travel 🌿✨
I've never understood the popularity of Moleskine notebooks/sketchbooks. They're basically average sketchbooks at premium prices.
I hate their paper it bleeds like hell. I use Rhodia most of the time
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.
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!
@@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.
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.
May someone want to know, this unbranded bag originates from Maxpedition Remora.
I have that tactical bag. It's my purse. Now I need one for art stuff.
HA! You can never have too many art bags, lol!
Thanks for your video. Informative and witty too which is nice. Yes, you’re pronouncing moleskine correctly
Good to hear from you Mind Milk. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you found it helpful. Draw On!
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!!
I agree, and I'm sure that's why you've never been attacked. Think Vampires+Garlic!! lol
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?
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the visit Laura!
Gator board would be lighter than the Masonite as your hard surface to hold your sketchbook
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!
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
Hi Angela, sometimes I use moo.com for my bus cards, but usually I use vistaprint.com
great tips from you, thank you so much. Gaby
You're welcome Gaby, glad you found it helpful!
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.
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?
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Thanks! Backwards, so that the extender can grip onto the end of the pencil and prevent it rattling about.
Amazing
Thanks Nitin!
Whoa, you can sharpen mechanical pencils?? Learning new things!
“mole - a- skeen - a” according to their website. It’s Italian.
Thanks Arlene. Seems like a lot of work just to say Moleskin, ha! Just kiddin'. Thanks for the clarification on the pronunciation!!
No tissue for blending? Very informative video. Thanks
Hi Brian, yeah, tissues would be a good addition, instead of using my thumb! Boom!!
Lip balm is good for starting a small fire to keep warm during zombie apocalypse
I'm sure there's a joke with the vanilla bean lip balm, but I'm not getting it.
Ha, sorry Wool Puppy, it's just me trying to be silly and add a little humor. You didn't miss anything.
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.)
Hello, fellow leftie 💜!
WHERE DO YOU BUY THE PALOMINO PENCIL TIP COVERS
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!
Found that Backpack on ebay so I bought one😌,it costs me 15.98
Hey, that's great!
@@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 😌
Do Staedtlar Erasers Generally Smudge Paper? Mine Keeps Doing That, Not Always, But It's Annoying When it Happens.
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.
@@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!
steve where do you get your referance material without worrying about copyright thanks
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.
What was the neon colored fountain pen in first group?
It looks like a Lamy Safari.
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
That watch looks awfully uncomfortable with the giant turn dial
Awww, it's not uncomfortable, it just looks that way. Thanks for watching Nathan! 😂
@@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.
@@jashslingingslasher Haaaha, thanks buddy!
Plain
It is pronounced Mole skin as in the skin of a mole.
Continuity blip!!! Different watchstraps at the start
Identification - I use address label & add my phone number!
YES! Great!!
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!
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????
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!
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!
I love your ability to multi-task!! Watching YT videos, participating in my drinking challenge, and asking coherent questions... Wowsers!! 🤣
Just buy the Hahnemuhle so you don't have to pronounce Moleskine. 🙃
Oh boy! How do you pronounce Hahnemuhle?...grin.
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt You can actually look it up on RUclips :) Just simple German pronunciation.
This guy keep switching his watches
I made this video on two successive days and changed my watch on the second day. Sounds like you were distracted.
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😁
@@jeannemartens4210 Yep, I do watch "costume changes" in my videos. I must have been influenced by Cher... or Britney... ;0)