Intro to Copic Markers
/ Thaneeya McArdleI’m often asked about my favorite markers for coloring. Hands down, Copic Sketch Markers are at the top of my list - they’re the ones I reach for whenever I want to achieve smooth blends of vibrant colors, lay down colors quickly, and fill both large and small areas with color.
What’s so great about Copics? To answer this question, I decided to write a whole article about Copic Markers over on Art is Fun, my art education website.
Here are some examples of artwork that I have colored in entirely with Copic Sketch Markers! These illustrations are all from my coloring books or printables, so if you’d like to color your own version, click on an image to be taken to that book or printable:
As you can see from the examples above, Copic markers are wonderful for creating bright, bold artwork, so be sure to check out my Copic article if you’re interested in learning more about them.
One thing to note is that Copics are professional-quality markers so they have a hefty price tag to match. If they don’t fit into your budget, check out several other marker brands that I recommend on my Coloring Supplies page!
Happy Coloring!! 😊
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