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A Suggested list of Materials

for Life Drawing

Sketchbook, hardback A5 or A4 (for homework and practise)

Pencils, various, Between B and 8B, (no harder than B recommended)

Charcoal

Compressed charcoal

White chalk or pastel

pen and nibs

ink or black watercolour / gouache

sticks, sponges, rags, etc., whatever will make a mark!

Putty rubber

Masking tape (or clips to hold paper to board)

fixative   - (Hair Spray is a good cheap alternative)

Paper:

cartridge, sugar, newsprint

A good supply of cheaper papers is recommended for short poses

heavier cartridge or watercolour paper for longer poses.

Colour media - Pastel, watercolour, crayon, gouache etc. - if you wish to work in colour.

This list is by no means exhaustive and not all of it is compulsory.

Add to it or remove according to what you find suits you.

 

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