Other media
Explore Other Art Media with Painters Online – your go-to source for expert tips, tutorials, and articles on a wide range of creative materials beyond the usual. From charcoal, pastel, ink, gouache, and graphite to less common tools and techniques, discover practical guidance on application, texture, effects, and composition. Ideal for artists looking to expand their skills or try something new, this section offers fresh inspiration across diverse artistic approaches. Broaden your creative toolkit with confidence today!
How to draw landscapes - a winter woodland
Learn to draw a winter landscape using chalk and charcoal with this extract from Ronald Swanwick's new book, 'Drawing Landscapes' by Search Press
How to Create Contrast in Graphite
Wildlife artist Jamie Boots reveals how he achieves exquisite detail, contrast and texture using graphite pencils
An interview with artist, Phyllis Wolff
Caroline Saunders talks to renowned colourist Phyllis Wolff, who also embraces digital media with her vibrant iPad drawings
How to Paint with Pen, Ink and Watercolour by Claudia Nice
Claudia Nice shows how to use pen, ink and watercolour to paint every day items to place in landscapes, in this extract from her new book - Discover Your World in Pen and Ink
How to Paint with Brush and Ink
Reg Siger shows techniques to use for painting using brush and inks.
How to make a reed pen for artists
Learn how to make your own artist reed pen with Dave Anderson.