Weekly BobBlast Issue 424
Colored Pencils That ROCK!

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!
This week I had the pleasure to host an in-person Studio Workshop - 4-Day Contemporary Figure Drawing and Painting. We had an undraped and costumed Model all four days! Happy Workshop!

I had the opportunity to work with charcoal, pastel, ink - and my favorite Derwent InkTense Pencils and Blocks. For me, most watercolor pencils and colors are too weak. Some are not archival, some will eventually fade and some are not permanent when they dry. 

What I wanted was Derwent’s highly intense colors - they call them InkTense! They don’t lift off when layered. I start with a dry pencil or ink sketch, then I layer Derwent InkTense Water Soluble Pencils on top of the sketch. Next step is dip my brush in water and lightly go over the dry pencil and Derwent marks, turning the drawing into a watercolor. I can now use my watercolor techniques and effects.

But wait! When finished, the painting will have more permanence than a watercolor painting - and the beautiful colors dry the same as when they were wet. You get the idea! Go on their website to read about these unique water soluble pencils and blocks. They certainly live up to their name - INKTENSE. Make sure you watch the Demo!

Wet or Dry… They ROCK!

Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California
5-day Instructional - September 7-11, 2022 - 1 spot open!
Studio Mentor - November 10-13, 2022
Studio Mentor • 5 Day Instructional • 4 Day Figure Painting Workshops
2023 Studio Workshop Schedule coming soon!

Online Workshops - Paint with BOB!!!
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting - September 24-25, 2022
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Click here for more info!
and…
Non-Objective Abstract Painting & Collage - October 1-2, 2022
•Making & Using Neutral Colors in your Paintings - December 2-3, 2022
click here for more info

Enjoying watching Bob's Demos?
Monthly Demos - All on ZOOM
Inviting you into Bob’s Studio so you can watch his process at work.
•August 17, 2022
"Easy Way to Paint the Figure"
•September 13, 2022
"How to Use Burridge’s Goof-Proof Color Wheel"
•October 12, 2022
“Where, Why & How to Put the WOW in your Paintings”
•November 14, 2022
“Varnishes & Mediums”

Online Abstract Figure Workshop
Sponsored by the Sedona Art Center
•October 14-16, 2022
Click here for more info!

Something New for You! • Burridge Critiques Your Art
Online honest critiques • Private one-on-one
Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions
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Burridge Available ArtWork - For sale on our website!
Bob's been busy! Lots of new work! And the SOPs are back!
Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Our most current Workshop Schedule!
Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!
Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops
Click here for more info.
Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.

•August 17, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•August 22-24, 2022
Larger & Looser Abstract Painting - IN PERSON WORKSHOP
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino CA
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
Click HERE for more info

•August 26-28, 2022
Small Scale Abstract Painting - IN PERSON WORKSHOP
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino CA
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
Click HERE for more info

•September 7-11, 2022
Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop - 1 Spot Open!
5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 
Limited to 10 enrollees 
Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

•September 13, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•September 24-25, 2022
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
Click here for more info

•October 1-2, 2022
Non-Objective Abstract Painting & Collage - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•October 12, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•October 14-16, 2022
Abstract Figurative Painting - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809

•October 20-23, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop - 1 Spot Open!
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

•November 10-13, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

•November 14, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•December 2-3, 2022
Zoomin' with Bob! - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Paintings
Click here for more info

•December 10-11, 2022
Workshop TBA - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
or register@mendocinoartcenter.org

•January 14-15, 2023
Workshop TBA - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
or register@mendocinoartcenter.org


For more 2022 Workshop Dates click here!
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Colored Pencils That ROCK!
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BobBlast #424 - Video run time 8 minutes, 55 seconds

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