Brand New Cogdill Concepts VLOG now on youtube! This first video features a quick tutorial on making a DIY sketchbook out of Arches watercolor paper and a few things from around the house. Thanks for watching!
Tag: Sketchbook
anything related to sketching, drawing, painting, paper, reference, motivation
Instagram account up now! Ten brand new pictures from the sketchbook were just uploaded! Check them out in the Instagram sidebar feed, or follow the link above to see the latest posts. Also coming soon… vlog DIY Sketchbook with Arches watercolor paper. Thanks for checking ’em out, have a good day and stay tuned…
Podcast
All new Cogdill Concepts podcast page out now! Check out the first 
podcast by Michael Cogdill.
- How many times do you find yourself staring at a blank surface asking, “What should I create?”.
- Do you find it difficult to find Inspiration?
- Do you start a project only to lose motivation?
If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then the new podcast is one you definitely should give a listen to! Cogdill Concepts will cover suggestions to hopefully avoid the dreaded creative block plaguing many artists, beginners and professionals alike. visit https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/michaelcogdill/episodes/2018-10-06T19_40_55-07_00 and give it a listen!
Join me!
Are you interested in art? Do you draw or paint and want to learn more? Come follow this blog through a learning experience aimed at growing and sharing knowledge about art. This blog will address beginning techniques and DIY projects.
Some topics may include:
- Importance of drawing & sketchbooks
- Brushes- selecting the right brush for the job, cleaning and care
- Painting and drawing surfaces
- Paint- types of paint, uses, glazes, opaque vs transparent
- Color studies
- Digital media- illustrating and painting on the computer, photo editing, uploading images, preparing images for printing, & printing at home
- drawing/ painting references- fan art, fair use, downloading from the internet, taking you own photos
Stay tuned for tips and strategies about all things art. Unlock your creative side and join in on the adventure!
Cogdill Concepts 