Midori offers durable sketchbooks and high-quality colored pencils. Here’s how to make the most of them:
- Tip 1: Versatile Sketchbooks – Use Midori sketchbooks for various media, including dry and wet techniques. The high-quality paper ensures minimal bleeding and excellent durability.
- Tip 2: Smooth Gradients – Midori colored pencils blend well. Use blending tools like paper stumps or blending pencils to achieve smooth gradients and transitions.
- Tip 3: Experimenting with Techniques – Try different drawing techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching, and stippling to add texture and depth to your sketches.
- Tip 4: Protecting Your Work – Use fixative sprays to protect your finished sketches and drawings. This helps prevent smudging and preserves your artwork.
- Tip 5: Travel-Friendly Sketchbooks – Take advantage of Midori’s portable sketchbooks for on-the-go creativity. Their durable covers and high-quality paper make them ideal for travel.
- Tip 6: Use Both Sides of the Paper – Midori sketchbooks often have thick paper, allowing you to use both sides without bleed-through.
- Tip 7: Experiment with Watercolors – Try using light washes of watercolor in your Midori sketchbooks. The paper can handle minimal water without warping.
- Tip 8: Create Textured Effects – Use different pressures and strokes to create textured effects in your sketches.
- Tip 9: Keep Your Sketchbook Clean – Protect the pages of your sketchbook by keeping it closed and stored properly when not in use.
- Tip 10: Practice Regularly – Use your sketchbook regularly to develop your skills and experiment with new techniques.
