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LET’S GET CREATIVE WITH MARKERS

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• Color can be diluted with

water to lighten, blend, and

create washes. Very similar

to watercolors, without

any residue.

• When working with water

and markers, it’s best to

use watercolor, mixed

media, or a heavier-weight

paper; otherwise, your paper

may buckle.

• Blending is easy.

• Color can be completely or

almost completely removed by

blotting with water.

• Too much water can ruin the

work you have already done with

the markers.

• You can make seamlessly blended

gradients using colored markers

or colorless blending markers.

• Can blend from one color

to another.

• Can use rubbing alcohol to blend.

• Can be used on various papers,

including thinner papers.

• Blending takes more practice.

• Layering color does not tear up

the paper (see page 6).

• Can get messy, but easy to clean

with rubbing alcohol.

Now let’s talk price.

Water-based markers are typically

cheaper than alcohol-based markers and are a great option when you’re

on a budget.

Alcohol-based markers are usually more expensive, but you can build your

collection slowly, as they are often sold individually, not just in sets. Some high-

end brands also sell refillable inks and nibs so the markers themselves can be

reused. Refilling your markers is easy and is actually much more cost effective

in the long term; it is also good for the environment since you don’t need to

throw away your empty markers!

Water-Based Markers vs. Alcohol-Based Markers