Have you always wanted to learn more about Copic markers but didn't know where to start?  Or do you already own a stash of them, but would love to brush up your skills?  Or maybe you wondered how some colored images appear to literally "pop" off the page, but you have no idea how to get that effect yourself?  If you answered yes, to any of these questions - you're in the right place!
Join certified Copic marker instructor, Laura Lee Griffin, in this fun class where you’ll learn all the essentials to get you started. Laura has been teaching Copic workshops for more than 10 years and loves sharing all the tips and tricks she’s learned with you!
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Who this class is for:
<ul><li>Anyone who is brand new to alcohol-based markers</li>
<li>Anyone who has experience with Copic markers but wants to brush up on their skills</li>
<li>Anyone who wants to learn how to make their colored images really "pop" off the page.</li>
</ul>This class is divided into 3 parts:
<ul><li>Understanding your markers</li>
<li>Essential Blending Techniques</li>
<li>Coloring images that "pop" off the page</li>
</ul>Part 1 - Get to know your markers:
<ul><li>What makes alcohol-based markers so special &amp; the different styles available</li>
<li>How to read the Copic numbering system and choose colors that blend well </li>
<li>How to grow your collection</li>
<li>The best paper and inks that will give you consistent results</li>
<li>How to replace the nibs and refill the ink inside your markers so that they can last you for years</li>
</ul>Part 2 - Essential blending techniques:
<ul><li>6 basic blending techniques + how to use the colorless blender</li>
<li>Clever ways to stretch the use of your markers as you grow your collection</li>
<li>The 3 biggest mistakes beginners make (so you can avoid them!)</li>
</ul>Part 3 - How to make your colored images "pop" off the page:  
<ul><li>How to achieve beautiful contrast </li>
<li>How to color a beautiful butterfly illustration &amp; turn it into a thank you card for someone special</li>
</ul>By the end of the class, you’ll:
<ul><li>Have a solid understanding of Copic Markers</li>
<li>Understand 6 different ways to get beautiful blends</li>
<li>Have the skillset to color a beautiful 3-dimensional image</li>
<li>Learn key strategies to care for your markers</li>
</ul>You’ll need:
<ul><li>Some Copic-compatible paper (you'll learn how to test your paper in class)</li>
<li>A small selection of Copic Markers <ul><li>I suggest these colors for the butterfly project (or anything similar you might have on hand)
<ul><li>C3, Y13, Y17, YR16, R24, G43, G46, V05, V06, V09</li>
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</ul><ul><li>The Class Assets (<a href="https://lauraleegriffin.com/bonus/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">get them here</a>)
<ul><li>My hand-drawn butterfly illustration</li>
<li>A Copic blending technique sheet</li>
<li>2 Copic color charts</li>
<li>The Copic color wheel</li>
<li>A blank color reference chart</li>
<li>A list of my fav 60 colors</li>
<li>The suggested project colors list</li>
<li>A marker type comparison chart</li>
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Ready for some fun?  Let’s get started!
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Introduction

Your Class Project

Part 1: Getting to Know your Markers

What Makes Copic Markers so Special? 

Types of Copic Markers Available

Demystifying the Copic Numbering System

How to Grow your Collection

Choosing The Right Paper

Choosing Compatible Inks

Storing Your Markers

How to Refill your Markers

How to Replace your Marker Nibs

Part 2: Essential Blending Techniques

How to Hold your Marker

The Super Brush Nib

Essential Blending Techniques

Colorless Blender

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Beginners Make

Part 3: Coloring Images that Pop off the Page

Let's Talk About Contrast

Download and Print the Final Project Image

Coloring Your Butterflies

Coloring Your Flowers

Adding Details

Assembling Your Card

Final Thoughts

Butterfly Thank You Card

Copic Marker Essentials: Coloring Techniques for Beginners & Beyond

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