I recently finished the 12”x9” portrait shown here on RTX 300 Colored Pencil Panel. This was my first time working on this surface, and I found several things that I like about it. Like Pastelbord, this acid-free panel is thick and durable, though lighter in weight. The tooth is finer than that of Pastelbord, but courser than the smooth Bristol board that I have used. I found this to be a nice compromise, as it is conducive to detail work, yet allows me to work quickly without streaking and also accepts several layers of colored pencil. Also, I was able to layer lights over darks, though to a slightly lesser degree than on Pastelbord. Overall, I am very excited about this new type of surface, and eager to try the other Rtistx products
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Beautiful! I love the light. :)
Thank you, Kasie! It helps to have such a lovely subject. :)
Hi Holly, lovely portrait! The Rtistx sounds like an interesting support. I had a quick look at their website and I see the boards have numbers such as 240, 300, 280, and 420. Do you know what the numbers indicate?
A lovely young lady indeed. :-)
Beautiful portrait. Wish I knew more about colored pencil. I so enjoy seeing your work, well done!
Marsha, Teresa - thank you!
I did this piece on RTX 300 Colored Pencil Panel, but I am going to try the others too.
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