Free Guide: How to Draw using Coloured Pencils

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Have you ever sat down with your pencils and wondered where to begin? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed staring at a blank page, not knowing how to turn your reference photo into a finished piece.

That’s why I created this free, printable guide — it’s the exact step-by-step process I use in all my colored pencil drawings. Whether you’re drawing food, flowers, or animals, these steps will give you a clear path to follow so you can feel more confident and enjoy your art even more.

Inside, you’ll discover how to:

Choose the right reference photo (and avoid the common mistakes beginners make)
Build accurate sketch outlines that set your drawing up for success
Layer and blend your colours gradually for more realistic results
Add final touches that bring your art to life

It’s short, simple, and designed so you can keep it by your desk as a quick reminder every time you start a new drawing.

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The tutorials are SO doable! They are spilt nicely into sections with an initial briefing session and then a silent real time video. I love love love them. I did an advanced one (the ice cream sundae) and was so pleased with it.

Christine

Gemma has been such a wonderful instructor. She clearly explains every step throughout the process and her tutorials are very informative. Gemma has a real gift with both art and teaching, which has helped me develop my skill set with colored pencils and graphite. Over time, I’ve been able to take the techniques she’s taught me and use it in my own colored pencil drawings. I love her chosen reference photos and I genuinely look forward to her newest tutorials twice a month!

Griffin P

I found one of Gemma’s tutorials online a year and a half ago and was hooked. I became a member shortly after. The tutorials are so detailed and I have learned so much from her. I always look forward to seeing new tutorials she comes up with. Thank you Gemma!

Betty R

I had always thought I was bad at drawing, but it’s only because I didn’t have a good teacher. I finally decided when I turned 29 that I wanted to learn, and Gemma’s tutorials are all I needed! They’re easy to follow and helpful for developing drawing skills in general. I’m so happy with my drawings from Gemma’s tutorials that I now use them as gifts for my family.

Brooke

Free Guide: How to Draw using Coloured Pencils

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