
really, I thought colour pencils and/or pencils would slip rather :?
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Thu 29 Aug 2013, 2:20,
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The paper does have to have a little bit to it to put the wax down. Might give it a try, though (if I ever get the time to draw again).
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Thu 29 Aug 2013, 2:21,
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alternatively, the back of old wallpaper does offer some good purchase, for pastels. But for pencil work I would recommend some nice heavy paper. The best comes from Italy, but is quite pricey.
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Thu 29 Aug 2013, 2:24,
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