Creative Resources

What alcohol markers are, how to use them, why I love them, and an honest comparison of brands including Ohuhu, Winsor & Newton Pro, and Artix markers.

Alcohol markers have a reputation. People see them and think: expensive, tricky, only for experienced artists. I get it. For years I felt the same way. Here's what I've learned from teaching thousands of students: alcohol markers aren't scary. They're actually more forgiving than most people expect, especially when you pair them with coloured pencils. And that blend? It's genuinely fun to work with. I just finished filming a new course called Sweet Summer, and it's all about

In this post, I’ll walk you through some popular mediums that I use in my own art classes, explain what makes them special, and give tips on how to get started at home.