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Silverpoint needs a prepared surface before it leaves a line
Silverpoint starts with a prepared surface. Explore how metal leaves a mark, why the ground matters, and how to test the material gently.
COLOUR, CRAFT & A LITTLE PATIENCE
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Graphite grades change the mark, not just its darkness
Compare H, HB and B graphite on the same paper, using light pressure and a simple swatch exercise to choose a pencil for the mark you want.
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Test Pastel Fixative on a Spare Drawing Before Spraying the Finished Work
Compare a pastel test patch before and after fixative so that changes in colour and surface do not first appear on your finished drawing.