How to Use a Grid System to Draw from a Reference (Part 1, feat. Eddie Redmayne) Jescia Hopper 2026-09-29 | How to Use a Grid System to Draw from a Reference (Part 1, feat. Eddie Redmayne)
7 Tips for Learning Watercolor | Step-by-Step Tutorial Jescia Hopper 2023-04-05 | This video will cover some of the most important techniques and tips for learning how to paint with watercolor. We'll keep it simple by only using one color to focus on the basics : wet-on-wet, glazing, blending, and drybrushing.Materials used:- Hematite Genuine by Daniel Smith Watercolors- #2 and #8 round brushes from Princeton Art & Brush Co.- Strathmore cold press watercolor paper, 140lb- water- paper towel
How to Draw Crystals & Rocks | Creating Textures with Pencil & Charcoal, Part 3 Jescia Hopper 2023-03-12 | This detailed tutorial will discuss how to create a variety of marks and textures that give the impression of glass-like and rocky quartz crystals. Check out my other tutorials on creating different textures too!I am using the following materials: - 2B pencil - Blending stump- Kneaded eraser- Gum eraser (pink)- Tombow Mono Zero eraser- Drafting brush
How to Draw Trees | Creating Textures with Pencil & Charcoal, Part 2 Jescia Hopper 2023-03-11 | This detailed tutorial will discuss how to create a variety of marks and textures that give the impression of a variety of trees. Check out my other tutorials on creating different textures too!I am using the following materials: - 2B pencil - Blending stump- Kneaded eraser- Gum eraser (pink)- Tombow Mono Zero eraser- Drafting brush
How to Draw Clouds | Creating Textures with Pencil & Charcoal, Part 1 Jescia Hopper 2023-03-04 | This detailed tutorial will discuss how to create a variety of marks and textures that give the impression of wispy and puffy clouds. Check out my other tutorials on creating different textures too!I am using the following materials: - 2B pencil - Blending stump- Kneaded eraser- Gum eraser (pink)- Tombow Mono Zero eraser- Drafting brush
Realistic Charcoal Drawing | Quiet Sketching ASMR Jescia Hopper 2023-02-12 | I'm adding hours of detail to the skull drawing from my last tutorial, but this time I'm just letting you hear the soft sounds of charcoal and blending stump on paper. Relax and enjoy the ride :)
The Best Charcoal Techniques for Realism Jescia Hopper 2023-01-29 | This tutorial will cover tools and tips for creating lifelike charcoal drawings on toned paper.Materials I am using:- Generals White charcoal and 4B charcoal- Canson Mi-Tientes toned paper- Blending stump- Soft paint brushes- Kneaded eraser- Exacto knife/handheld sharpener
Pen & Ink Techniques Jescia Hopper 2023-01-28 | This tutorial covers a variety of different inking techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, and scribbling.I am using Micron pens, Tombow brush pens, and a Gelly Roll white gel pen on toned Canson Mi-Tientes paper.
How to Make Screenprint Monotypes | Screenprinting 101 Jescia Hopper 2022-07-12 | This tutorial will show you how to create interesting monotype (one-off images) prints using a screen, transparent base, and watercolor. This technique can be used to create standalone images, bases for printing a design, collage material, or drawing bases.I am using:- Speedball screen- Speedball transparent base- Daniel Smith watercolors
How to Screen Print at Home | Screenprinting 101 Jescia Hopper 2022-01-07 | This video is the third in a series about screen printing or silkscreen. I will demonstrate how to easily print multiple images using a screen and acrylic ink. You will need:- A screen with a stencil on it- A squeegee- A spatula or spoon- Paper or fabric for printing- Acrylic, oil-based, or fabric ink
How to Use Drawing Fluid & Screen Filler | Screenprinting 101 Jescia Hopper 2022-01-06 | This tutorial will demonstrate how to create a hand-painted matrix for screen printing using drawing fluid and screen filler.I'm using:- Speedball screen, squeegee, drawing fluid, and screen filler- Packing tape, painter's tape- Acetate (aka transparency film or Mylar)- Brushes- Sink with sprayer nozzle- Fan
Mixing Skin Tones | Part 3: Watercolor Applications Jescia Hopper 2022-01-02 | This tutorial will show you how to create a variety of skin tones using watercolor, using warm/cool primaries and browns. I primarily use Daniel Smith watercolors.
How to Re-Mesh a Screen | Screenprinting 101 Jescia Hopper 2021-12-30 | This video will demonstrate how to replace and re-stretch the mesh on a wooden frame screen to prepare for screenprinting. Frame: dickblick.com/products/blick-cord-stretched-frame-with-110-monofilament-polyester-meshMesh: dickblick.com/products/monofilament-polyester-screen-fabricCord: dickblick.com/products/blick-tite-stretch-cord Tools: Cord Setter: dickblick.com/products/awt-cord-setter (I borrowed the rotary tool I'm using in the video from a coworker, and have no idea where it came from!)
Mixing Skin Tones | Part 2: Colored Pencil Applications Jescia Hopper 2021-10-24 | This video is the second in a four-part series about mixing skin tones with various media, focusing on colored pencil. This installment will talk about how to determine the undertones or cast of the skin, which will assist in mixing the correct skin tone using colored pencils to create translucent layers of color. I am using Prismacolor Premier colored pencils (amazon.com/Prismacolor-4484-Premier-Colored-132-Count/dp/B00125JEIQ/ref=sxin_14_ac_d_rm?ac_md=1-1-cHJpc21hY29sb3IgcHJlbWllciBjb2xvcmVkIHBlbmNpbHM%3D-ac_d_rm_rm_rm&cv_ct_cx=prismacolor+premier+colored+pencils&dchild=1&keywords=prismacolor+premier+colored+pencils&pd_rd_i=B00125JEIQ&pd_rd_r=74046cae-0161-4517-ba27-1d4e005f6c5a&pd_rd_w=RhhKx&pd_rd_wg=coSvK&pf_rd_p=c41d1f6c-956c-4fe2-8019-1663b7e1dd23&pf_rd_r=CDPTEWMASF66ED4G5VFF&psc=1&qid=1635110189&sprefix=prisma%2Caps%2C122&sr=1-2-12d4272d-8adb-4121-8624-135149aa9081)
Mixing Skin Tones | Part 1: Understanding Color Temperature and Undertones Jescia Hopper 2021-10-24 | This video is the first in a four-part series about mixing skin tones with various media, such as colored pencil, watercolor, and acrylic/oil. In this introduction, I will talk about how to determine the undertones or cast of the skin, which will assist in mixing the correct skin tone. I also wax poetic about Brazilian artist Angélica Dass's photography project Humanae (angelicadass.com/photography/humanae/). Check out her TED talks for more information too: angelicadass.com/public-speaking/ted-the-beauty-of-human-skin-in-every-color-vancouver-canada and also:angelicadass.com/public-speaking/ted-talk-nyc-usa Be sure to also check out my video on the split/double primary system as an introduction to color temperature - we'll be using it a lot in the next few videos! youtu.be/Jnzt42GnbdI
How to Mix Colors Using the Split/Double Primary System | Warm & Cool Primaries | Color Temperature Jescia Hopper 2021-10-03 | This video will introduce you to the intricacies of color temperature and how the color bias (warm or cool cast) of your primary color can affect the mixtures you create. Once you learn how to distinguish color bias, you can use it to your advantage to mix more accurate hues!
Combining Photos in Adobe Fresco | Lasso and Transform Tools Jescia Hopper 2021-09-19 | This video will show you how to create reference photos from a variety of images by combining them in Adobe Fresco (free iPad app). I focus primarily on the different aspects of the Lasso and Transform tools, showing how they can help you select, erase, and adjust the size of your images quickly and easily.
How to Keep Watercolor Paper Flat! Jescia Hopper 2021-04-17 | Are you sick of your paper warping, buckling, and wrinkling when you paint on it? This tutorial will show you a couple of ways to stretch watercolor paper in order to create a tight, flat surface to paint on. I'll demonstrate how to soak paper, along with methods for taping or stapling the paper to a sturdy surface (masonite, MDF, plexiglass, Gatorfoam, etc). As the paper dries, it will shrink and lay flat. Gatorboard: dickblick.com/products/gatorfoam-boardPaper Tape: dickblick.com/products/kraft-paper-tapeFor more info on stretching paper: strathmoreartist.com/blog-reader/stretching-watercolor-paper.html#:~:text=Many%20artists%20soak%20or%20stretch,slightly%20on%20the%20wet%20side.
Shading a Portrait with only ONE PENCIL [in-depth tutorial] Jescia Hopper 2021-03-29 | Want to up your portrait game? This video goes in depth on techniques and tips for shading portraits realistically, using only one standard school pencil (Ticonderoga) to achieve a wide range of values. I am also using a Tombow Mono Zero eraser, in addition to a standard pink eraser.
Blending with Acrylic | Getting Started with Acrylic Painting, Pt. 2 Jescia Hopper 2021-02-28 | This is the second installment of my acrylic painting demo that will show you how to get started with acrylic paint, simplifying the image with a monochromatic color scheme to focus on value. I will demonstrate paint application and blending to achieve realistic results.I am using the following materials in the video:- masonite panel- Art Materials gesso- Golden acrylic- Sax Drying Retarder(Reference: my awesome roller skates put together with help from This Skate & Snow of Fargo)
Prepping, Mixing, and Creating Values with Acrylic | Getting Started with Acrylic Painting, Part 1 Jescia Hopper 2021-02-20 | This video will show you how to get started with acrylic paint, and will cover preparing and toning a panel or canvas, transferring images, paint application, and monochromatic value scales.Stay tuned for the next installment, which will cover realistic painting with acrylic.I am using the following materials in the video:- masonite panel- Art Materials gesso- Golden acrylic- Sax Drying Retarder(Reference: my awesome roller skates put together with help from This Skate & Snow of Fargo)
Using the Invisible Grid Method - No Eraser Required! Jescia Hopper 2021-02-14 | This video will show you a top secret drawing hack: how to create an "invisible" grid using thread instead of pencil lines. This allows you to grid work on delicate surfaces like toned or painted papers without having to erase grid lines and potentially ruin your drawing surface! This method also allows you to sketch very lightly without indenting the paper, unlike carbon transfers tend to do.You will need:- paper- drawing board- painter's tape- thread
Pet Portraits with Black and White Charcoal Jescia Hopper 2021-02-09 | This video is an addendum to my last video on Chiaroscuro on Toned Paper, using my favorite model and fancy boy, Lapis the cat!Materials used:- blue Canson Mi-Tientes paper- Generals charcoal and white charcoal pencils- stiff paint brushes- kneaded eraser
Creating a Charcoal Drawing on Toned Paper Jescia Hopper 2021-02-07 | This video will introduce you to the art technique "chiaroscuro", which is Italian for "light-dark". Chiaroscuro is characterized by dramatic lighting, and one type involves using black and white media with toned paper as a medium value.Materials used in this video:- Canson Mi-Tientes paper - General's charcoal pencils, - General's white charcoal pencil - blending stump- paint brushes- kneaded eraser- standard pink eraser- xacto knife for sharpening
Watercolor painting with only two colors! [in depth tutorial] Jescia Hopper 2021-02-01 | In this video I am using French Ultramarine and Burnt Umber to create a range of warm, cool and neutral values. Limiting your palette is a great way to practice color mixing, technique and seeing the shapes of value.
Art Hacks! 4 Ways to Transfer Images for Drawings & Paintings Jescia Hopper 2021-01-03 | This tutorial will show you a few ways to get a sketch or photo onto paper, canvas, or a wall! We'll talk about drawing from observation, using a grid system, carbon transfer, and projecting images, along with the pros and cons of each method.
Whats the difference between all these watercolor papers?! Jescia Hopper 2021-01-02 | This video will explain watercolor paper weights (90lb, 140lb, 300lb) and surface textures (hot, cold, rough, Yupo) to help you choose the right paper for your projects. I will also explain how and why you should stretch your watercolor paper. Check out this site for more information on stretching watercolor paper: strathmoreartist.com/faq-full/how-to-stretch-watercolor-paper.html
How to Flatten Buckled Paper at Home Jescia Hopper 2021-01-01 | This tutorial will demonstrate a couple ways to flatten paper that has buckled (gotten bumpy due to moisture, specifically watercolor paper) without fancy equipment like a heat press. All you need are a few household materials:- clean, thin towels- newsprint (optional)- spray bottle or damp sponge- clean, hard surface such as a table or drawing board- heavy objects like books, weights, etc...- iron- ironing boardFor more info, check out this site:strathmoreartist.com/blog-reader/how-to-flatten-a-buckled-painting.html
Acrylic Painting Techniques Jescia Hopper 2020-11-30 | This tutorial will show you how to create a variety of techniques with acrylic paint and various mediums, such as "alla prima", dry brushing, glazing, scraping/sgraffito, impasto, drip/splatter, masking/taping, found object "brushes", and textural mediums like glass bead gel and granular gel. I am painting on a piece of scrap MDF primed with gesso. I am using a variety of paints and mediums from Art Materials and Golden. My silicone wedges are by Catalyst. Palette knives were my grandmothers, so no link there...
Shading and Mark-Making Techniques Jescia Hopper 2020-11-29 | This tutorial will show you a variety of ways to create value through mark-making techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching, scribbling, rendering, and using a blending stump.I am using a standard graphite pencil (Ticonderoga), a blending stump, and a kneaded eraser.
Understanding Surrealism | Art History 101 Jescia Hopper 2020-11-08 | This video lecture will delve into Surrealism, the art movement from the 1920-50s that took its inspiration from dreams and the subconscious. I will explain the historical contexts of the movement, and we examine art from a variety of artists across the globe, focusing on Salvador Dali, Frida Kahlo, Meret Oppenheim, Remedios Varo, Man Ray, Rene Magritte, and Max Ernst. This is a great introduction to Surrealism, especially for middle- to high schoolers!
Organic Shading Exercise and Pencil Control Jescia Hopper 2020-10-14 | This video will show you how to create a cool organic design while practicing pencil control to create smooth gradients of value that show depth.I am using the following materials:- B Staedtler drawing pencil- General's Ebony pencil (which I subsequently broke and replaced with a 6B Staedtler drawing pencil- blending stump- standard pink eraser- kneaded eraserInspired by: juliannakunstler.com/art1_layers.html
How to Draw Ears (UPDATE!) Jescia Hopper 2020-09-18 | This is an updated version of my old ears tutorial, which will teach you how to draw an ear from the side and the front, identifying all the primary structure of the ear.
Understanding Facial Proportions (UPDATE!) Jescia Hopper 2020-09-13 | In this video, I'll teach you how to draw and measure out basic facial proportions that will help you begin mapping out a portrait. You'll learn the general proportions of the face, along with techniques for measuring your own unique features.This is an updated version of my 2014 tutorial on proportions.
How to Make a Saddle-Stitch Sketchbook (without fancy bookmaking supplies) Jescia Hopper 2020-09-07 | This video will show you how to make a stapled saddle-stitch sketchbook using simple tools around the house.You'll need: 1. Paper2. Staples3. Binder Clips4. Pencil5. Ruler6. Push Pin/Nail/Needle/Awl7. Pliers/Screwdriver/Bone Folder
How to Create a Gesture Drawing Jescia Hopper 2020-09-06 | This video will demonstrate how to create a gesture drawing, a quick drawing that captures the energy, movement, angles and basic proportions of a form. I'm using vine charcoal and conte crayon, but any drawing or painting media can be used!Referenced within the video: "Lil Buck and G Nerd - Memphis Jookin Battle - July 5 2014 - Part 1" by Mark Adams
How to Photograph 3D Artwork with a Smartphone or Tablet Jescia Hopper 2020-09-05 | This video will show you a variety of ways you can take quality photos of your artwork using your smartphone or iPad! I'll take you through fancy lighting to using what's around you to get a good image, as well as how to edit your images to make them look as close to the original as possible.Learn how to photograph 2-D artwork here: youtu.be/ZJmkXOSTkrQ
How to Photograph 2D Artwork with a Smartphone or Tablet (3 different ways!) Jescia Hopper 2020-09-03 | This video will show you a variety of ways you can take quality photos of your artwork using your smartphone or iPad! I'll take you through fancy lighting to using what's around you to get a good image, as well as how to edit your images to make them look as close to the original as possible.Learn how to photograph 3-D artwork here: youtu.be/NEJC_-MdMV8
Making a #ToonMe Self-Portrait with Adobe Sketch Jescia Hopper 2020-08-30 | This is a quick beginner tutorial for my students on the Adobe Sketch app for iPad. It's my first time using it too! We're making a self portrait sketch for the #ToonMe challenge.
Making a #ToonMe Self-Portrait with Adobe Draw Jescia Hopper 2020-08-30 | This is a quick beginner tutorial for my students on the Adobe Draw app for iPad. It's my first time using it too! We're making a self portrait sketch for the ToonMe challenge.
How to Make a Mini-Book with One Sheet of Paper Jescia Hopper 2020-08-02 | This tutorial will show you how to create the simplest of books: the mini-book. All you need is one sheet of paper and a pair of scissors!I will also show you a couple variations, such as creating a template and adding a cover.
How to Draw Eyes from Different Angles, Pt. 3: 3/4 View Jescia Hopper 2020-07-18 | This video will discuss proportions and anatomy of drawing eyes from a 3/4 view.For more eyes from different angles, check out these videos:youtu.be/J1tsTdW5SQYyoutu.be/aFNeRUeNVtw
How to Draw Eyes from Different Angles, Pt. 2 (Profile View) Jescia Hopper 2020-07-13 | This video will explain how to draw eyes from a profile view while looking up or down.For more eyes from different angles, check out these videos:youtu.be/oeg-Qa7vtHUyoutu.be/aFNeRUeNVtw
How to Draw Eyes from Different Angles, Pt. 1 (Facing Forward) Jescia Hopper 2020-07-09 | This video is the first in a series of three videos that will show you how to draw eyes from different angles, in this case, facing forward and looking up and down.For more eyes from different angles, check out these videos:youtu.be/oeg-Qa7vtHUyoutu.be/J1tsTdW5SQY
How to Draw Noses from Different Angles Jescia Hopper 2020-06-25 | This video will talk about foreshortening and how it affects the way you draw noses at certain angles. I'll demonstrate 5 different angles from tilts to 3/4 views.
Sculpting a skull cat food dish | Art Club: Quarantine Edition, Ep. 7 Jescia Hopper 2020-05-09 | Hey everyone - in this live stream I am going to be sculpting a skull-shaped dish for my cat Lapis.
Pet Portraits | Art Club: Quarantine Edition, Ep. 6 Jescia Hopper 2020-05-01 | Hey everyone - in this live stream I challenged my middle schoolers to send me their best pet pics. I chose the top three to immortalize in art!
Observational Drawing using Sighting and Angling Jescia Hopper 2020-04-22 | This video will demonstrate how to translate real life objects into accurately rendered drawings using a process called sighting and angling. Using this method allows you to draw more realistically. I am using an HB and a 4B pencil, as well as kneaded and pink erasers.
Facebook Sketchbook Challenges | Art Club: Quarantine Edition, Ep. 5 Jescia Hopper 2020-04-17 | Hey everyone - in this live stream I am working on my "Facebook Sketchbook Challenges" - creating drawings and paintings instead of posting photos in response to various Facebook lists and challenges.
How to Create Stunning Fabrics Using the Ice Dye Method Jescia Hopper 2020-04-11 | This tutorial will show you a fun spin on tie-dyeing called "ice dye". You will need:- Fabric (cotton works best)- Soda ash (dickblick.com/products/jacquard-soda-ash-dye-fixer) OR MAKE YOUR OWN out of baking soda! (thoughtco.com/make-sodium-carbonate-from-sodium-bicarbonate-608266) - Powdered dye (I used Jacquard Procion MX Cold Water Dye: dickblick.com/products/jacquard-procion-mx-fiber-reactive-cold-water-dye/?gclid=CjwKCAjwssD0BRBIEiwA-JP5rHJyipLlO5Y3-vglQ9nrGItb_H_HtZyHMANW3wTroRczAyUvXjNtBBoCt0sQAvD_BwE)- Drying/cooling rack to keep fabric from sitting in dye- Tub to catch dye- Gloves- Lots of ice!
Drawing with My Non-Dominant Hand | Art Club: Quarantine Edition, Ep. 4 Jescia Hopper 2020-04-10 | Hey everyone - in this live stream I am going to attempt to draw a self-portrait with my non-dominant hand!
