Great point on the warm-ups! I'll probably opt for cheaper paper for the really repetitive things...which come to think of it could potentially be the entire course, I guess. Thank you for responding!
I really appreciate you giving feedback so quickly! I'm looking forward to getting into the lessons and seeing my improvements over time. I'm a software developer by trade but the idea of signing off of computers and drawing for hours sounds so relaxing. Of course I'm really new and can't draw much of anything well yet, but I hope to develop my skills over time.
Thank you for your response!
The sketch book that I'm referring to is specifically designed to be used with fineliners/ink and has a wonderfully smooth surface. https://www.cottonwoodarts.com/collections/all/c-series
My concern is whether or not they'll insist that I use printer paper for the official critiques. You're right, it's probably a waste of a good sketchbook in some ways (it's not cheap, that's for sure)...but I really love the idea of being able to go back and see how far I've come in one easy place rather than having a bunch of loose printer paper that I'm bound to lose. Also, if it's in a book like this then I'll be less inclined to want to discard my work and start over.
This is a remarkable little pen. Technically speaking, any brush pen of reasonable quality will do, but I'm especially fond of this one. It's incredibly difficult to draw with (especially at first) due to how much your stroke varies based on how much pressure you apply, and how you use it - but at the same time despite this frustration, it's also incredibly fun.
Moreover, due to the challenge of its use, it teaches you a lot about the nuances of one's stroke. These are the kinds of skills that one can carry over to standard felt tip pens, as well as to digital media. Really great for doodling and just enjoying yourself.
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