"When a subject feels too busy, simplify it." There are times when the subject you want to draw is wonderfully busy and complex. If you work in a smaller space, like an A5 visual diary or sketchbook, as I do, tackling these busy subjects with crayons can be challenging due to the nature of the wax medium. You might feel the pressure to render every detail, only to find the results frustrating and discouraging. Well, the good news is you don't need to feel discouraged! This time, I want to share a key tip for successfully drawing busy subjects with crayons, adapted from another medium. The Power of Squinting and Simplification One day, while wondering what to draw, I spotted a bunch of lavender in the garden. It was beautiful, but I immediately realised the challenge: drawing that detail with crayons in my A5 sketchbook. I remember the fundamental lesson from my watercolour days: "simplify it and paint shapes." I knew I could apply the same principle here. This ...
A playful space where colours, creativity, and a little joy come alive on paper. This is your weekly friendly guide to mastering the simple medium: from choosing the right paper and swatching colours, to tackling advanced layering techniques, and more. It's time to ditch the adult fear of drawing, pick up those colourful little sticks, and rediscover the true beauty of creating.