#Caran d'Ache Workshop Book

[theartgearguide]

Caran d'Ache Workshop Book

Caran d'Ache Workshop Book

Just over a year ago, perhaps a bit longer, Caran d’Ache published a book, the book is called the “Caran d’Ache Workshop Book”. I was first alerted to it when a good friend of mine, Vinnie Gracanin from Australia who used to be a representative for Caran d’Ache, told me about it.

I took a look at the Caran d’Ache website, trying to find out a few more details; I knew from Vinnie that the book contained a lot of art work from various artists using Caran d’Ache products, but I didn’t know too much more.

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

I took a look around YouTube and other art related blogs, just to see if there was other reviews or write ups about the book and I couldn’t find anything at all, other than a video of someone unboxing the book. So I took the plunge and purchased to book for myself and I was so happy that I did. However, I didn’t want people to go through the same issues I experienced before purchasing the book and having to blindly by it, and so completed this review. I know watching or reading reviews of books is not the most exciting thing in the world, especially as actually reviewing books can be very tricky. I can’t show too much of the book, to the extent people know everything there is in the book and don’t need to buy it, but I have to show just enough to help you see what the benefits of the book are.

Caran d’Ache Workshop Book Languages

Before getting into the contents of the book and why I love it so much, it is important to let you know just who can purchase this book. Of course anyone can buy the book, but what I mean is who can purchase it and read it in their own language. Luckily, Caran d’Ache haven’t just published a wonderful book and done so in English, the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book comes in many different languages.

Obviously English, which serves a good portion of the speaking world, Swiss, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Dutch and Austrian. On the Caran d’Ache website they also have an option for Belgium, however the main language spoke in Belgium, or one of the languages spoke there is Dutch, there is also French speaking and Brabantian. So as you can see, the book is available to most of the speaking world.

Caran d’Ache Workshop Book Status

The format of the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book is what I would call a “Coffee Table Book”, the type of book that you would have out on display in your living room our lounge for anyone, artist or not, to pick up and browse through. For those of you who may not be old enough to remember, before the internet and Google, if you wanted to learn something new or research a topic, you had to pick up a book with pages, not an e-book, and read it. No question a much more laborious task than that of the methods we use today, non the less, this book is not only full of incredibly interesting information, this is also an visually stunning, page turning master piece in its own right.

There are 192 pages, protected in a sturdy hard backed binder, the spine of the book is a little different to other books you may have read, I am not quite sure how to explain it to you, other than show you some images of it. With the binding of the pages in such a format, it allows you to open the book out with worry of splitting or cracking the other spine.

Caran d’Ache Workshop Book Contents

When you first open the book, the inside of the hardback cover have the image of a swatch on them, which I thought was quite funny given that when us colored pencil artist buy a new set of colored pencils the first thing we all do is create a swatch.

The book is split into manageable and easy to follow sections and within each section are sub sections, I wouldn’t really call them chapters, but I guess if you would prefer to call them chapters, that would be fine.

The first section in the book is called “Background”, and I personally think this is such an interesting section that it grips you and pulls you into the book and company right from the beginning. Here they discuss the materials Caran d’Ache use and their commitment to the environment. For a lot of artists, this is such an important subject and one I am happy to report, many art supply companies are really taking seriously.

The next section is called “Practice”, this section talks about possible tips and techniques for using Caran d’Ache products such as Graphite, Gouache, Watercolor, Coloured Pencils, Fibre Pens, Pastels, Acrylic and Modelling Clay.

The next section is called “Know-How” and this is quite a comprehensive section with lots of topics covered. Topics such as the Colour Wheel according to Wilhelm Ostwald, Paper, Colour Theory, Techniques, which has so many subsections in itself.

The next section is called “In The Caran d’Ache Workshop” which I am sure you can guess what is covered here? Subjects such as mixing techniques, tonal drawing techniques, modelling clay techniques and so much more.

The next section is called “Passe-partout” which is a French phrase and according to the Collins English dictionary means

“A mounting for a picture in which strips of strong gummed paper are used to bind together the glass, picture and backing”

This section discuss framing, the different types of framing processes and frame types that can be used, storing your finished work and presenting it. This information is of course incredibly useful to artists wishing to sell their work and present it in the best possible way.

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

The final two sections are pretty self explanatory, “The Gallery” and “Caran d’Ache History. I know from previous reviews I have completed that a lot of people are not interested in the history of a company, however, I personally find to understand a companies current situation and future aspirations, it is important to understand the history.

the Gallery is full of wonderful images from artists all over the world using various products from Caran d’Ache, no matter what your favourite Caran d’Ache product is, be it the Museum Aquarelle, the pigment bursting Neocolour II, the Royalty quality Luminance, the precision of the Pablo or the enormous color selection of the Supracolor Soft, there is an art piece to represent your favourite product.

However, you don’t just have to flick to the back of the book to see images of artwork, the entirety of the book is littered with beautiful and detailed images of Caran d’Ache products. For those of you who follow The Art Gear Guide reviews and like the style that I have tried to incorporate into the reviews with extreme, Hi-Def, close ups images of the products and enjoy this format, then you will love the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book.

The images throughout the book are amazing and so incredibly inspirational. We all find inspiration in different things and ways. For me, there are a few YouTubers who I watch all the time, re-watching videos they have created over and over again and I find inspiration in this. Caran d’Ache actually have a YouTube Channel were they show case and demonstrate their products, watching these videos help ignite inspiration and now the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book helps stimulate my inspiration,

Caran d’Ache Workshop Book Price

the price for the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book is very much a universal price just with the different exchanges at play. Buying the actual book is difficult to get hold of via the likes of Amazon or Ebay regardless of the country. I looked on these platforms for months and just couldn’t find one. So the best place to go is directly to the companies website. From here you will have no problems whatsoever getting hold of a copy and you can select which language you want the book in.

The price of the book is £41 and as I mentioned, because the only place selling the book is the Caran d’Ache website, it is the same price regardless of the country you reside in. I personally think for a book of this type, a wealth of important information, a gallery of beautiful art work created by amazing artists from all over the world and a detailed catalog of the companies most desired and favoured products.

Caran d’Ache Workshop Book Conclusion

I am sure most of you who know me, know just how much I love the Caran d’Ache products I have used and reviewed thus far, so when I learnt of a book published that detailed the products, demonstrated techniques about the products and spoke of the company’s history among many other things, I really had to get a copy. Before getting the book, as it was an online purchase, as opposed to walking into a book store and flicking through it, I would have liked to know a bit more information on the book, in the form of a review, prior to buying it.

So I hope for anyone who is interested in the Caran d’Ache Workshop Book or, perhaps a bit like myself, has been interested and just wanted to know a bit more about the book before buying it, I hope this review will be of some help to you. I know some people may think that £41 is a bit too much for a book, however if you take a look around Amazon and other book stores, books in this particular genre and size, mostly cost in and around this price point.

For any colored pencil enthusiast, be that watercolor pencils, pastel pencils, colored pencils, graphite pencils or even supplies such as modelling clay, acrylic paint and felt tip pens, I really think this book will be a source of knowledge, inspiration and visual stimulation. I have also completed a youtube video showcasing the book as much as I can without damaging sales for the company, follow the link to watch if you are interested.

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({ google_ad_client: "ca-pub-0244044993544446", enable_page_level_ads: true });

[mysticsparklewings]

Arteza Expert Colored Pencils Review

Hu-boy, have I got a story for you guys! So I've been seeing Arteza's Expert colored pencils floating around in both ads and as freebies to Art Youtubers for a while now, and finally, it was too much and I threw up my hands and said to myself OKAY LET'S TRY THEM. (even though I very sincerely don't need any more colored pencils...) Previously, I've tried their Woodless Watercolor Pencils and liked them, and I've specifically heard good things about these pencils. So I went in with measured, but positive expectations. The full 72 set goes for about $30 either on Amazon or Arteza's own website, which is the same price point as the Schpirerr Farben colored pencils currently on Amazon. So they aren't the super-duper cheapest, but the price is pretty fair compared to companies like Derwent, Faber Castell, or Caran D'ache. So, some tea first, and then I'll talk about how the pencils handle (tea in small text in case you don't care): My set came in the mail and I immediately opened them and went to swatching, as I do. It was when I was writing out the color names (I write the names out first, then go back and put the color down) that I noticed I had two "Charcoal A120" pencils, and likewise discovered I was missing "Peacock Blue A008." And suddenly I was filled with dread; oh no something's wrong I'm going to have to contact customer service ohnononoohno.   So I contacted their customer service through the Guarantee address (returns@arteza.com) on the back of the tin, hoping to get the issue resolved as quickly as possible and wanting/expecting nothing more than the one pencil I didn't have. About two hours later, they got back to me and through a bit of back-and-forth, I provided pictures (which I expected them to ask for), then a screenshot of the Amazon Order Details and my shipping address (also expected). It was just after 4:00, last I heard from them on a Friday, so I figured either that was that and I should be on the lookout in the mail, or they had closed up shop for the weekend and I'd heard from them again on Monday. I woke up Saturday morning with an order confirmation email that confused me, and another reply informing me they couldn't just send the one pencil, so they'd be sending me a whole new set, and I didn't have to return the original set; I was welcome to keep or donate it. This made the confirmation email make sense, as it was for the shipment of the new set. This naturally was a nice surprise. (And I must also add the reply email had a timestamp of 4 in the morning so I have to applaud the magical soul that was coherently responding to customer service emails at such an hour as I would be loathed to do the same.) With that issue at least temporarily dealt with (as I wanted to wait and see the new set before "officially" closing my mental books on it), I moved on to producing the test image you see above and otherwise evaluating the pencil. However, I decided to wait and not fill out a Colored Pencil Testing Workshop for these until after the new set arrived, just in case. And I'm glad I did. The replacement set came in on Wednesday, and I was practically bursting at the seams to get it open and see what was what. All 72 different colors were present and accounted for. However, the "Emerald A094" pencil's tip was broken/missing. I did sharpen it back up, and it appears completely fine. Probably what happened is it was broken during sharpening or something at the factory. Not a big deal, but noteworthy when combined with my previous experience and considering that there are other signs of minor quality control issues. For example, the company/color names and information printed on the pencils are not aligned consistently, and if you go on Amazon and start looking at the negative reviews you'll find a lot more than just these relatively small things. My point in including all this: As I'll talk about in a second, the pencils themselves work just fine and I don't think Artexa is maliciously producing defective sets of colored pencils and just trying to make a quick buck. Quite the contrary. I think they are dedicated to making the best products they can while still keeping them affordable compared to their competition. It's just that they have some issues here and there like every company in existence does, and part of that, in my theory, is likely because they have less in the budget for certain quality control measures when compared to the more expensive brands. This isn't a dealbreaker by any means, but I do think it's important to keep in mind. So all of that out of the way, how do these pencils actually work in the field? They're not as soft as Prismacolor, but I went in expecting that from what I'd already heard. They're not as hard/rigid as the Faber Castell Polychromos, so they land somewhere in the middle. They layer pretty well; they don't seem to build up wax quite as quickly as Prismacolor, but they aren't nearly limitless with layers like the Polychromos. Blending was better than I expected and overall pretty good. The white surprised me a little. The Prismacolor white is still the best I've used, but this one did better than I expected. It also worked well with blending other colors. Speaking of; Color selection is interesting. In the plastic trays, they seem to be arranged from in color order...but in three separate "sets," rather than in typical "all the yellows are together, and the pinks are together," etc. color order. This bothers me a little since I'm used to the other way, but that's just me. The colors themselves though seem to sit somewhere between typical color choices and also trying to be different, which is. (Also a lot of them have really fun color names, which I really appreciate personally.) (And while we're here, I will say the tin and trays are nice/pretty standard, but the trays are pretty snug in there so I have a little trouble moving things around, but it's not so much of a deal-breaker that I feel I need a separate case for them.) They seem to generate a lot of dust/crumbs, but the weird thing was that when I went to wipe it away, it didn't smear specks of color on the paper. Good, but odd. Honestly, they measure up about the same as the Schpirerr Farben pencils in terms of falling somewhere between Prismacolor and Polychromos in terms of performance, and that makes a lot of sense considering both sets are at the same price point. (Though the Schpirerr Farben pencils do still behave and feel different, most likely because they're oil-based to the Arteza's wax-base.) They aren't my new favorite, but they are pretty decent and if Prismacolor is just too expensive for you, I'd say they're not a bad second choice. I did notice something exceedingly peculiar during my testing though: These pencils have basically no water resistance. They melt down almost like watercolor pencils, or at least like the Derwent Inktense (which dissolve pretty well but compared to typical watercolor pencils they do take a little more water and working to melt down entirely). Typically, regular colored pencils do move when hit with a lot of water, but not to this extent, and it usually takes a lot to really pull a noticeable amount of pigment out. The thing about this is that Arteza sells a set of regular watercolor pencils, and as best I can tell from the pictures (as I have yet to procure a set for myself) the only differences between that set and this one are the colors on the front of the tins, and the Expert pencils are round/circular, while the watercolor pencils are hexagon shaped. Other than that, there aren't any visible differences between the two. Granted, this isn't really fair, as the main differences would normally be in how they perform on paper and you can't really tell that from stock photos. And yet, and I can't help but wonder if there's something fishy going on there.  Could they be the exact same cores, just packaged differently...?   I am very tempted to order a set of their watercolor pencils just to compare...But until then, I am planning on trying a watercolor piece with these just to see what happens. Maybe I'll try and they won't turn out that well and my theory will be busted, or maybe I'll have to order the other set and find out for sure that way...   ____ Artwork © me, MysticSparkleWings ____ Where to find me & my artwork: My Website | Commission Info + Prices | Ko-Fi | dA Print Shop | RedBubble |   Twitter | Tumblr | Instagram

[airutopiatv2021]

undefined

Art Bar is an excellent place to get pens, pencils, paper, paint, brushes, canvases, markers, and other art supplies. If you're a newbie or aren't sure what you need, their in-store experts can assist you in locating the appropriate equipment. The store's variety of well-known crafting brands such as Pebeo, Daniel Smith, Caran d'Ache, Sennelier, Golden, Gamblin, and others will appeal to both veterans and newcomers. They also provide a selection of art and activity books to choose from if you want to improve your skills or learn something new. They even host workshops to assist artists develop their creativity, and there's an activity space inside the store where artists can connect and learn from one another.

Please follow and subscribe on our social media accounts!

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/airutopia.tv

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/airutopia.tv/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@airutopia.tv

Twitter: https://twitter.com/airutopia_tv

Tumblr: https://airutopiatv2021.tumblr.com/

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKfvoD1i6iNmEo3IcucgYow

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/xtremeroadwarrior

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/airutopia-tv-a96b1821a/

-----------------------

https://www.delianmaxwell.com/#airutopia #Philippine #ArtBar #SMMegaMall  #lifestyle #Arts #crafts #minimalist #workshop #aesthetic

[ravenfox13]

#FreeWorkshop alert #NBSevents Take your creativity under the sea with the Caran d'Ache Marine Life Drawings workshop! Join us on June 10, 2017, 2 - 5 pm at NBS Shangri-La Plaza. To join, just purchase the Caran d'Ache School Line 12 pcs. water-soluble pencil, Caran d'Ache School Line 10 pcs. fiber-tipped pens, and 3 pcs. Graftwood Graphite Line pencils*, then sign up at the Caran d'Ache booth in NBS Shangri-La Plaza. Only the first six participants will be accommodated. Visit blog.nationalbookstore.com and join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @nbsalert. Instructor: Art of ian - ravenfox13 *Or you also have an option to buy any Caran d'Ache products with a total similar or more than the total price of 3 Graftwood Graphite Line Pencils #Ravenfox13 #ArtPh (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

Get set for the Glorietta Art Book Fair happening next weekend, September 9-10 at the Glorietta 2 Palm Drive, Activity Center! Workshop schedule: September 9 |11:30 - 12:00 PM - Bookmark Making using Chameleon with Mary Ann Cuevas September 9 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Watercolor Techniques using Caran D'ache with Ian De Jesus From origami art workshops to donating pre-loved books to our Little Free Library, we're sure you won't want to miss this! PS. If you're lucky enough, you might just get an awesome freebie! More details soon on #GAB2017! #ILoveGlorietta #GloriettaHangouts #CarandAcheatNBS #NBSAlert #ChameleonArtProducts (at Glorietta Activity Center Palm Drive)

[ravenfox13]

Get set for the Glorietta Art Book Fair happening next weekend, September 9-10 at the Glorietta 2 Palm Drive, Activity Center! Workshop schedule: September 9 |11:30 - 12:00 PM - Bookmark Making using Chameleon with Mary Ann Cuevas September 9 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Watercolor Techniques using Caran D'ache with Ian De Jesus From origami art workshops to donating pre-loved books to our Little Free Library, we're sure you won't want to miss this! PS. If you're lucky enough, you might just get an awesome freebie! More details soon on #GAB2017! #ILoveGlorietta #GloriettaHangouts #CarandAcheatNBS #NBSAlert #ChameleonArtProducts

[ravenfox13]

Get set for the Glorietta Art Book Fair happening next weekend, September 9-10 at the Glorietta 2 Palm Drive, Activity Center! Workshop schedule: September 9 |11:30 - 12:00 PM - Bookmark Making using Chameleon with Mary Ann Cuevas September 9 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Watercolor Techniques using Caran D'ache with Ian De Jesus From origami art workshops to donating pre-loved books to our Little Free Library, we're sure you won't want to miss this! PS. If you're lucky enough, you might just get an awesome freebie! More details soon on #GAB2017! #ILoveGlorietta #GloriettaHangouts #CarandAcheatNBS #NBSAlert #ChameleonArtProducts

[ravenfox13]

See you at the Glorietta Art Book Fair happening next weekend, September 9-10 at the Glorietta 2 Palm Drive, Activity Center! Workshop schedule: September 9 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Watercolor Techniques using Caran D'ache with Ian de Jesus / ravenfox13 Use it dry or activate the pigments with water for watercolor/gouache like applications, Neocolor II will surely be one of your favorites. Neocolor II Crayons are softer than colored pencils, denser than children’s wax crayons, and extremely responsive to a wet brush. Wet and dry techniques can be combined in the same drawing. Because of their strong pigmentation, light colors cover dark colors and vice-versa. In the image, Pansy with Neocolor II used as a dry media, Tulip with Neocolor II used as a wet media #Ravenfox13 #ArtPh #CarandAche #CarandAcheatNBS #NbsAlert

[ravenfox13]

Get set for the Glorietta Art Book Fair happening next weekend, September 9-10 at the Glorietta 2 Palm Drive, Activity Center!  Workshop schedule: September 9 |11:30 - 12:00 PM - Bookmark Making using Chameleon with Mary Ann Cuevas September 9 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM - Watercolor Techniques using Caran D'ache with Ian De Jesus From origami art workshops to donating pre-loved books to our Little Free Library, we're sure you won't want to miss this! PS. If you're lucky enough, you might just get an awesome freebie! More details soon on #GAB2017! #ILoveGlorietta #GloriettaHangouts #CarandAcheatNBS #NBSAlert #ChameleonArtProducts (at Glorietta Activity Center Palm Drive)

[ravenfox13]

Marine Life Drawing Workshop with Caran d'Ache Philippines, at National Bookstore Shangri-La Plaza #Ravenfox13 #ArtPh #CarandAcheAtNBS #CarandAche #ArtWorkshop (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

Fun workshop this afternoon at Caran d'Ache at National Bookstore Shangri-La Plaza #Ravenfox13 #ArtPh #CarandAcheAtNBS #CarandAche #ArtWorkshop (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

#FreeWorkshop alert #NBSevents Take your creativity under the sea with the Caran d'Ache Marine Life Drawings workshop! Join us on May 20, 2017, 2 - 5 pm at NBS Shangri-La Plaza. To join, just purchase the Caran d'Ache School Line 12 pcs. water-soluble pencil, Caran d'Ache School Line 10 pcs. fiber-tipped pens, and 3 pcs. Graftwood Graphite Line pencils*, then sign up at the Caran d'Ache booth in NBS Shangri-La Plaza. Only the first six participants will be accommodated. Visit blog.nationalbookstore.com and join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @nbsalert. *Or you also have an option to buy any Caran d'Ache products with a total similar or more than the total price of 3 Graftwood Graphite Line Pencils #Ravenfox13 #ArtPh (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

NBS and Caran d'Ache Fantastic Floral Painting Workshop with Ian de Jesus! It will now take place on January 28, 2017, 4 pm at NBS Shangri-La To join this amazing event, just purchase a Caran d'Ache Neocolor II 30 piece set, Canson Watercolor Paper 9" x 12", and a set of brushes, then sign up at Caran d'Ache in our NBS Shangri-La store. Only the first six participants will be accommodated, so grab those items and register now! Join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @nbsalert. (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

We heard you <3 You have one more week to be part of the NBS and Caran d'Ache Fantastic Floral Painting Workshop with Ian de Jesus! It will now take place on January 28, 2017, 2pm - 4 pm at NBS Shangri-La. To join this amazing event, just purchase a Caran d'Ache Neocolor II 30 piece set, Canson Watercolor Paper 9" x 12", and a set of brushes, then sign up at Caran d'Ache in our NBS Shangri-La store. Only the first six participants will be accommodated, so grab those items and register now! #Free #FreeWorkshop #Painting #Flower #Fleur #Floral (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

If you plan to purchase Caran d'Ache Neocolor II, this is the perfect time. There would be a FREE Floral Painting Workshop when you purchase the Neocolor II workshop kit* at Caran d'Ache Shop-in-shop station at National Book Store Shangri-La Plaza Mall, January 21 Saturday 2pm. See you there ^_^ *(Includes a 30s tin set of Neocolor 2, a set of brush, and a pack of watercolor paper) Check the link below for the full details: https://www.facebook.com/events/871756289593699/?ti=cl #Ravenfox13 #CaranDAChe #neocolor2 #CaranDAchePh #CaranDAcheAtNBS (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)

[ravenfox13]

Yun oh ^_^ FREE Fantastic Floral Painting Workshop with Caran d'Ache Neocolor II on January 21 (Saturday) 2pm - 4pm National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza mall See you there ^_^ Mechanics: 1. Buy the art set to join the FREE workshop on January 21, 2017 (Saturday), 2PM-4PM. 2. Sign-up in the Caran d'Ache NBS Shangri-La Mall Branch. 3. Only 6 Participants will be accommodated per session #Workshop #Painting #Free #FreeWorkshop #CaranDAche#CaranDAcheAtNbs #Ravenfox13 Check the event page below: https://www.facebook.com/events/871756289593699/?ti=as (at National Book Store, Shangri-La Plaza Mall)