5 Pencil Sharpening Techniques for Pros

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All the ways I sharpen all the pencils that I use. Wooded and woodless graphite pencils, 2.0 and 5.6 mm mechanical pencils, charcoal pencils, and eraser pencils. I’ll show you how to use the Blackwing 2-step hand powered sharpener, the Staedtler 2mm lead pointer, how to correctly sharpen with a blade, and how to make your own sandpaper blocks.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:06 - Wooded Graphite
05:07 - Sandpaper Variations
07:23 - Woodless Graphite
10:07 - 5.6mm Clutch
10:53 - Charcoal Pencil
15:00 - 2.0mm Mechanical
17:07 - Wacom Stylus
17:30 - Eraser pencil
Make sure to check out the premium course which offers a more comprehensive lesson on pencils and erasers! The premium Drawing Basics course also gets you access to all the full lessons, project demonstrations, and critique videos that I'll be releasing in the next 18+ months! That's at proko.com/drawing
RAZOR BLADE SAFETY:
If you’re young, find an adult to assist you. Blades are sharp and you’re gonna be holding and pushing it right next to your fingers. It’s important to be careful, ESPECIALLY if this is your first time sharpening with a blade. It’s gonna feel awkward. It’s much easier and safer to sharpen with a sharp razor blade. If it’s dull you’ll probably press harder, get frustrated and maybe break your pencil. When they get dull or rusty, throw them out. And I don't know if it's just me, but I feel really uneasy throwing a razor blade in the trash. I always cover the blade with some tape first.
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@ProkoTV Год назад

If you’re a beginner check out my intro to basics lesson - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2szSyXx8cZQ.html

@user-gk9yu6rd8q Год назад

PROKO I need you to create videos on how to draw in 3D and recommended programs

@mafarineusa 9 месяцев назад

I was into drawing with pencils for years, and I guess you could call me a sketch artist. I need a professional opinion for one of my projects. Question: Is there any chance at some point in a drawing that you would need to use a rounded, dull tip on your pencil like I used to do?

@69youaregay69 6 месяцев назад

69 likes 💀

@rammisalami 4 месяца назад

Very helpful! One question if you can! Do you have a specific grit you prefer to use in regards to sandpaper? 5:21 😅 thanks lmao

@asthajain8068 4 месяца назад

I looooove your stupid jokes..and the lessons..❤❤❤🤣🤣

@JudoMitzu Год назад

Finally a good tutorial for sharpening my wacom pencil.

@tanez2975 Год назад

Don't you dare

@UserOfTheName Год назад

DON'T FOLLOW THIS! sand paper doesn't sharpen properly you need to use a razor

@karthikeyavishwanatham2783 Год назад

This is so cursed that the demons are arriving at 3:00pm instead of 3:00 am

@SakuraScythe Год назад

I like sharpening my huion pens slightly more with a casual pencil sharpeners, but hey, you do you.

@zUnknown_ Год назад

My dumbass used a sharpener for some reason 💀.

@jacobtrahan1993 Год назад

I never thought I needed to watch a nearly 20 minute video about sharpening pencils but it’s Proko and I will learn something I’m sure!

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my RU-vid channel!

@magnetikl Год назад

15:58 The little hole on the mechanical pencil´s eraser cap is a built in sharpener, just put the lead and rotate it for a few seconds and will work, takes more time than with the third party pencil sharpener, but 60% of the time, It works every time.

@jmicjm Год назад

Plus you get to spread graphite dust all over your hands! I got a little sharpener by ohto for like 6 bucks that works great and seals.

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@Datsyoashley Год назад

I used to have 2 mechanical pencils with an eraser under the back cap tho one got stuck and the other got so used it cant be pulled out, i lost both their caps which was the reason why one of the erasers got stuck

@hannahterry-wu5ux Год назад

That doesn't make sense

@-_sh4lhi3ra_-41 Год назад

rather than razor blades, I use box cutters with retractable blades. Easy and safe to hold, easy to snap the ends off and get to that sharper bit. I use the thin ones rather than the really thick box cutters but either works the same. They're not quite as sharp as razor blades, but they're so easy to use that I think it's worth it.

@greekveteran2715 9 месяцев назад

Man, you're right.But please tell me,how this video and this channel has so much attention,when he didn't even know how to use a pencil sharpener,yet he demonstrates a completely wrong use of the Staedtler 2mm sharpener and everybody gives thumbs up. Not only he never realised the obvious,that the sharpener has 2 different choices for strong tip or superfine,but he also oversharpens the tip, which will just make it break,the moment he puts the tip on the paper,even with the ligetest touch. He can easily go through one lead in a go,trying to sharpen it,without even managing to draw a line. Is people for real?? Have all become so dump nowdays??

@greekveteran2715 5 месяцев назад

Well, some people don't like facts, truth hurts, isn't for every body. The only dump people I know of,,are those who don't respect other people's opinions. I respect yours, because it's obvious you don't know much, about the facts I mention.Wouldn't you respect mine?.Happy new Year full of health to you and yours!@@mstmay9996

@sebastianfigueroa-me5hc Месяц назад

@@greekveteran2715 oh no the humanity!!!!

@sirquagsire971 9 дней назад

like a snap blade

@shanaehansen Год назад

Thanks for this super educational video Proko!!! For the other people like me who are wondering what products he’s using I’ve listed them below after much pausing and googling. 😅 Products used in order of appearance: -Blackwing Palomino Matte Pencil -Ticonderoga HB #2 Pencil -STAEDTLER Mars Lumograph Pencil set -Jarlink Electric sharpener -Blackwing Sharpener or (KUM automatic) -Cretacolor Monolith wordless graphite pencil -Conté à Paris Pierre Noir - Charcoal Pencil -Koh-I-Noor Mechanical Hardtmuth Lead Holder 5.6 -Staedtler Mars Technico Lead Holder 2mm -Staedtler 502 BK A6 Mars Rotary Action Lead Pointer and Tub for 2mm Leads -Touch Copic Rubber Pencil Eraser

@chrisallen7512 Год назад

I’m just getting into drawing and ordered a drawing kit with pencils, charcoal and colored pencils, shading tools, sandpaper, eraser, sharpener, even came with a sketch pad, and coloring book. Love the kit, as I can hold all my pencils and tools in one zip up binder! Been drawing and practicing. Love learning about all the tools, tips, tricks, etc… It has made me so happy. I forgot how much I loved to draw as a kid. Taking art classes in high school, and then just kind of letting life happen… stumbling back into it has definitely brought some joy back into my life ❤

@guilhemandre228 Год назад

Hey if you want to use a razor blade but feel awkward with the blade you can also use an x-acto (box cutter also work) , a bit more expensive, but it has a handle and the blade is smaller!

@pentachronic 10 месяцев назад

I use a foldable stanley knife. Strong and has a handle.

@pauljs75 Год назад

The "Blackwing" sharpener is just a re-brand of the Kum Long-point. They work quite well, but the container part is a bit small and needs to be emptied every time. I've heard there are two variants, the better one has the metal insert which blades attach to instead of having molded plastic.

@trublgrl Год назад

PRO TIP: If you are sharpening with a sandpaper pad, POLICE YOUR PAD! The graphite is not really stuck to the sandpaper, it's all too happy to fall off, on to your desk, your hands, your clothes, or _your drawing!_ Be careful with it, give it a special place to sit away from your drawing, but within reach. Don't shove it into your pencil case if it's dirty with graphite. I always tap mine off over the trash can each time I use it.

@straingedays Год назад

I funnel that graphite into a little sealed jar for later use Then apply to paper with some brushes or foam rubber ( any hobby brush, or make-up applicators work great )

@sunriseboy4837 11 месяцев назад

Great call.

@pentachronic 10 месяцев назад

I leave mine in an old ash tray and tap it out before using it. Ash tray is hidden behind stuff. I collect the graphite powder so I can use it with a brush for light blending etc.

@ducksoff7236 Месяц назад

You trash all that usable graphite? What a waste.....

@trublgrl Месяц назад

@@ducksoff7236 Okay, I tap it into a little jar most of the time. I thought it would sounds weird to say it in public.

@timz9862 Год назад

I have an old Boston manual pencil sharpener someone got me for a birthday as a kid in 1985. It still works great. This thing just doesn't stop working and never needs batteries.

@blenfisseha264 Год назад

Proko firstly i want to thank you for evey lesson you give!! You have changed my perspective to art i used to hate drawing in general but since i saw you there in nothing more than art i love thank you!!!!! Fan from africa🇪🇹

@janilledutton139 Год назад

Not only are you a hoot, but you did a fantastic job explaining how to sharpen different types of pencils! Awesome! Thank you :D

@willt.9654 Год назад

I work at an art supply store and the first time I saw those eraser core pencils it blew my mind.

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@straingedays Год назад

lol. Me to. Yet my most used eraser is still a 1mm slice from an old faber castell dust-free eraser, tied tight between two ice-cream sticks for added "grippy-ness."

@berolinastrassmann Год назад

I ❤️ the two step sharpener -made by KUM in 🇩🇪 but apparently rebranded for Blacking. Mine comes with replacement blades inside as well. Love it!

@aditisulke 8 месяцев назад

Sanding for using them sideways was really helpful info. Thanks!

@catherineraper Год назад

Thank you for explaining how to sharpen the 5.6mm lead. I love using them, but I wasn’t sure how sharpen it. :)

@smallwonderbaby 11 месяцев назад

Thank you! I had been struggling with sharpening pencils.

@aloha1005 Год назад

I love this channel! A whole bunch of super handful tips. I am going to attend a drawing class but if I do not find it to be what I need, I will certianly consider his online courses!

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@Wrathgir 6 месяцев назад

I have one of those mechanical 2MM pencils from staedtler. Always used the top part as the sharpener. Never knew there was a rotary action was used for. Now I know and I know what I will be getting at some point. :3 Thanks for all the tips! they were really helpful!

@iandorian611 Год назад

Fun watching this playful way of demonstrating sharpening tools. I have a few hacks for some of these I’ve developed over the years . Always fun watching you 🔝

@artawhirler Год назад

I love this new series! Thanks for doing it!

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@barbarajohnson1442 Год назад

Very cool demo, love the bullet concept, thank you!!!

@artwithyc792 Год назад

I have been studying with your channel, thank you cuz I have learned a lot from you Proko

@TheodolosQ Год назад

really needed this. Thx, Stan.

@heidilorenz3517 Год назад

Awe, thanks that was so fun to watch definitely will share this with my class! I really appreciated the silly jokes too I actually laughed out loud...scared my cat even!!! Glad to have discovered you, so much gratitude...now can't wait to view some more of your videos!!!

@m.ta.r.6443 Год назад

My dad used to sharpen my school pencils with a blade [ box cutter or pocket knife] better than a sharpener. Video was helpful in so many way. TY

@leilalongalong4828 11 месяцев назад

thank you proko for doing this video a really improved drawing

@benjaminacuna8013 Год назад

I would say a dupe for the sanding block is using a large acrylic nail file they are cheap and have good grit

@Stank-Mania Год назад

Sharpening charcoal pencils is especially difficult. Thanks for all the tips Stan, and everyone else at proko. Your videos especially helped me further my drawing skills. I'm forever grateful for you plethora of artistic knowledge. ;^) - NATHAN

@kjhgfdsd76654 Год назад

Try a 2.0 mm pencil and you'll never want to use anything else. They're awesome. At 2mm, the lead is the same diameter as those found in a typical wooden pencil--meaning you can shade on the size. Unlike a wooden pencil that shrinks as you sharpen it, these maintain their size and weight.

@sunriseboy4837 11 месяцев назад

What's a 2mm pencil?

@kjhgfdsd76654 11 месяцев назад

@@sunriseboy4837 I should've clarified. They're properly called Lead Holders. It's what he's displaying at 15:03. People call them mechanical pencils, but technically that's incorrect as the lead drops down differently than the traditional ones. They take a little time to figure out, but they're great once you do.

@sunriseboy4837 11 месяцев назад

@@kjhgfdsd76654 Thanks for that.

@jasonmullins6638 7 месяцев назад

Agreed! Plus, if you drop some pencils, especially woodless graphite, it's toast😂

@TM-we6eg Год назад

Oh that's what that paddle thingy is for in pencil kits lol you made this so fun to watch 😊

@walterwjr947 Год назад

Thank you... 🙏 😔 🙏 A good review, you covered all of them.

@LeilaAllamehArt 11 дней назад

Thank you for these great tips to shape pencil tips 😃

@tadeumiranda1100 Месяц назад

Thank you, mr. Proko. I have learned a lot. Tadeu, Brasil.

@puvendranpillay8802 Год назад

I just ordered my new apple sharpener. Can't wait to sharpen my apple pencil

@KiX-K4T13 Год назад

I recall learning these lessons from the courses I purchased a while back. 😅

@stevej.7926 Год назад

This is fantastic! Subbed for sure!

@SolidSquid1 Год назад

Interesting seeing the bit about rounding off the tip, which is the opposite of what I'd have expected you'd want. Also, there's a German brand called KUM (yes, I know) who produce a similar sharpener to the Blackwing one you showed, but it also has a sharpener for 2mm and 3.15mm clutch pencils where the Blackwing has spare blades

@JudeandherPencil Год назад

Fun fact- KUM is the OG of the long point double sharpener, blackwing replicated their design. ✨

@straingedays Год назад

I'm very cheap on sharpening, my most used pencils all have two of (a pointy & a rounded) Very fine mechanical pencil, I use a scribble pad to flatten one edge, then rotate for a point Also save all your graphite dust, it's great for shading with any brush from hobby car stores ( All my brushes were for model cars, trains, or for make-up, eye shadow, foundation, etc. )

@charliepea Год назад

I use an exacto 11 knife for my pencils and prismacolors because it feels safer and more precise to hold compared to razors and box cutters, even when the 11 blade is quite brittle. I use a ciruclar saw to sharpen my Wacom because it's very effective.

@pagansart Год назад

OMG, how did I not know my Blackwing two stage came with extra blades????? MIND BLOWN!

@ProkoTV Год назад

YOU'RE WELCOME! (I didn't know either at first)

@sunnibird Год назад

How did I ever get through kindergarten without this?

@danajohnson5398 Год назад

those two step sharpeners look amazing, definitely ordering one soon, although they seem pretty expensive

@ProkoTV Год назад

A lot of people have mentioned one from the company Kum. They have one that's a bit less expensive.

@lifeismusicparnadonkers Год назад

I love this video. I wanna start drawing whit a woodless charcole pencil. Thank you for showing how to sharpen them🖐🏾👍🏾😁

@telmenamar9499 Год назад

Good evening mister Staniel.

@mercurysbest Год назад

I’m so glad about finding this goo advice

@volvoman2324 Год назад

Sand or cut over a tray or trash. A utility knife may be easier for many. They have a square back that is good to scrape/ shape like sandpaper. Carpenter pencils are kinda fun, you can make cool marks. And you can make a chisel tip

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@straingedays Год назад

Still have my Granddads carpenter pencil in the case next to all the others, it's as hard as granite, rarely used, but makes me happy. It'd be around 50 or more years old now.

@paranoiarpincess Год назад

There's also a sharpener on the back of the staedler 2mm pencil holder ;) It took me years to find it and it myself.

@AdelaVetr Год назад

Huh, video about sharpening pencils... But Stan looks really happy there, okay, lets watch it... Turned out to be pretty informative. Thank you

@ProkoTV Год назад

Glad it helped!

@stevelenores5637 Год назад

Where was this video years ago. I needed to learn this experimentally. The sandpaper I knew already and the electric pencil sharpener (the one shown for the eraser) is the only way to sharpen colored pencils without breaking the tips. For charcoal I use a manual sharpener with a large opening and rotate the edge of the charcoal marker. I stay away from razor blades for safety reasons. BTW my electric color pencil sharpener can be adjusted for the short eraser tips.

@Rezahadilesmana Год назад

Love the Wacom part! 😂😂

@dshe8637 8 месяцев назад

I have a Kum two blade sharpener, just like the Blackwing. It still takes off more lead than I like, so I use a cheap snap-off craft knife or an elegant teeny Opinel folding penknife

@Penguuproduction Год назад

may never sharpen pencils or use charcoal but knowing theres a sharpener for the straddler 2 mil is nice to know

@juliedobsonminer1698 Год назад

HAHAHAH! You keep us entertained and learning at the same time:) kudos Stan.. THUMBS UP! 👋👋

@juliedobsonminer1698 Год назад

and yes! Finally, someone is showing us how to sharpen our Wacom stylists! It's TIME we knew:)

@gabrielpontes7592 Год назад

Thanks man, you are awesome!!!

@ProkoTV Год назад

No u! Thank you 😘

@jomeson4081 Год назад

For half the price of the black wing sharpener you can get a kum longpoint that does the same thing and also has a 2mm and 3mm sharpener built into the sides for lead holders

@robbiegreen769 Год назад

Really enjoyed your vid

@joakasgu-kum.3910 Год назад

I´m learning art and english too... thanks!

@rhenancomh5981 Год назад

Finally a different video teacher how to sharp pencils

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@mylifestyle167 Год назад

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing :-)

@starrychomps6672 Год назад

*me watching this taking notes slowly stopping taking notes with my wacom stylus * ..*me and my wacom stylus look at each other * *my stylus evaporates out of fear *

@perdelkin Год назад

this channel is so helpful

@ProkoTV Год назад

Thank you!

@kiwimiwi5452 Год назад

I always sharpen mine with a blade, like a little knife. gives me so much control over the tip, the length of the exposed lead, and it minimizes waste!! I hate regular sharpeners tbh, they just waste half of the pencil lead by shaving it straight off, and you have to resharpen again and again because the tip gets dull super fast

@aarizmunshi 5 месяцев назад

this is exactly what I needed!

@m.a.9052 Год назад

I also catch the fallen graphit and use brushes in my paintings to give that intentionally lost graphite a second life. Its a common method, Thats what i missed. But thanks for sharing, it helps a lot!

@frankligas2249 Год назад

Pro tip, you mention drawing with graphite dust. Just so you know. You can buy graphite dust in a pint size can online if you want a lot, but you can also buy graphite dust in a tube about the size of a Neosporine ointment tube. It is sold for lubricating sticky door locks. I used to put a spoon full of dust on a large illustration board and go to town. Then seal it with Fix-it spray to prevent smudging.

@m.a.9052 Год назад

@@frankligas2249 can i produce this dust on my own und sell it, so u can buy it online? 😁 Why i have to buy it, if i already have a graphit pencil?

@straingedays Год назад

😊Same Here 😊.. .. Why waste something still useful I funnel that graphite into a little sealed jar for later use Then apply to paper with some brushes or foam rubber ( any hobby brush, or make-up applicators work great )

@ShoshanahShear 7 месяцев назад

I love that, the eraser pencil has graphite on the end. Fun ending thanks!

@amberdreams_0 Год назад

Ooer, I've never had weird metal bits on my 2mm leads, how odd. Thanks for telling me what the little white dimple is for in between the two sharpener holes! Never knew that.

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@5tereo1 Год назад

you can reuse sandpaper by cleaning off the lead with a stiff brush or literally smacking it with a rag

@pentachronic 10 месяцев назад

The Staedtler sharpener is not a 2 stage sharpener. It just gives you 2 different angled points for whatever you need. Softer leads typically can’t hold the very sharp points so you would use the lower angled point for those. Great clutch pencils IMO.

@elijahjohntarongoy2712 10 месяцев назад

A good tutorial for my 6b pen

@tthomas184 Год назад

Having tried this method , my general observation is what works for a harder material doesn't work well on more fragile material. A woodless thick graphite is probably suitable for this method, a charcoal pencil will most likely break, unless it's used with an extremely delicate touch. Don't toss your pencil sharpener just yet.

@dipanjanmajumdar 3 месяца назад

Good carpenter job...👍

@TheRickurb Год назад

for the 5.6, I use a regular sharpener and then sand paper. Nice long point

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@antonioblanco3086 Год назад

Thanks a lot proko. Could you show more médiums pls?

@crabtreyanimations7148 5 месяцев назад

If your an adult find a kid to supervise you

@ezlesmeskeslespa9985 Год назад

very good video thank u

@aventurasconjenni 3 месяца назад

I didn't know that drawing require so many details.many types of paper and pencil 😮

@WyattGalinski 2 месяца назад

consider skateboard griptape for sandpaper! It’s been the most durable sandpaper in my experience, also easy to remove with a heat gun or hair dryer if you like using the paddles 😅

@Medvssa 9 месяцев назад

You dont need to dispose of dirty sandpaper, graphite comes off easily with some water. You can use wet and dry emery paper which will last forever. A little soap and toothbrush helps get it all off, even stickier leads.

@izabelconceicao-vd6ix Год назад

Thank youu!!❤

@wetterschneider 8 месяцев назад

Proko, you rock. BTW did you know that most 5.6 lead holders have a built in sharpener? Extend the graphite a bit, unscrew the push button on the back. The sharpener is in there.

@ProkoTV 8 месяцев назад

I'll have to look into this! Thanks for the tip! Also, love your work! I knew I recognized that icon and it was actually you haha.

@vartanarakelian4643 Год назад

Thanks Proko, very usefull.

@kevinambrow5139 Год назад

Try an old sneaker sole to rub the graphite/charcoal off the paddle. Works in wood working when my sandpaper is caked with wood

@KiX-K4T13 Год назад

Good morning, Stan! ☕😎☀️

@ScarletSky03 Год назад

Legit panicked at the intro lmao

@markcruz359 Год назад

I've always assumed the second blade was for a bigger pencil. Never knew it was for the graphite

@luisaguilar1496 Год назад

Thank you for the video! it's very useful! Just a question: for pastel pencils, any tips? I've broken their ends several times...

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@tthomas184 Год назад

My tip is don't sharpen them to the degree he recommends, unless you have a very light touch. Pastels are much too fragile for this, and broken pieces is predictable.

@straingedays Год назад

On pastel pencils, if wanting a "pointy end" Go for a chisel tip & rotate 90° to use point Chisel tip isn't ideal, but a bit more durable.

@Neyan42 Год назад

You remind me of my 7th grade history teacher and it's giving me flashbacks

@raisdbywolvz Год назад

Just stumbled across your channel. Appreciate all the tips and I really liked the jokes, too. Cheers!

@ramenai Год назад

7:47 a safer and more convenient option: my college drawing professor forbid us from using regular sharpeners in class and had us use a cutter (like a box cutter but smaller and slimmer) instead so we could customize how sharp our pencils can be

@pop2708 Год назад

Question- I just got roberto osti basic anatomy for artist book I was wondering what I should start learning in the book to become better at figures drawing

@Rojin_04 2 месяца назад

Trust me, I would buy the full course...If I had money that is...

@Sasiia 7 месяцев назад

Anyone noticed that He's eyes changed when he started using a razor blade.😮 After that he wasn't the same person. Interesting... Love Proko video's ❤😊

@alejandrodiazart Год назад

I like to use what I call my “sharp Box” which is just some random small square Tupperware with sandpaper stuck to the sides of it on the inside and lid. That way I am able to keep to catch all the graphite or charcoal dust and I don’t look like a coal miner by the end of my drawing session. Well. Most of the time. Bonus: you can always use that powder, but I keep forgetting and filling it with shavings from when I use my razor. Big con: if you manage to forget to close it and accidentally tip a whole Tupperware full of graphite and charcoal unto a carpeted floor. Many lessons were learnt that day.

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!

@madbuldog Год назад

What happened to the natural and compressed charcoal pencils? We used to use those back in my days for drawing life size nude studies at the Faculty of Fine Arts, also the utility knife can be a safer substitute then a razor, at least for us at the sculpture department we always had one near by.

@robinjackson3947 5 месяцев назад

Thank you. You were hilarious

@rieyyan9039 6 месяцев назад

I thought this video was gonna teach me how to sharpen faster/ Speedrun pencil sharpening

@Msannamitta Год назад

got w kick out of the pin pong paddles because I use those in my studio lol. I don't have them parked at all my easels but just for charcoal works. Interesting how you sharpen you charcoal pencils, that kinda nice rounded long point. cool!

@I_love_drawing Год назад

Hello! I invite you to visit my young RU-vid channel!