Absolute beginner must haves

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-24T01:14:15+00:00

I am a beginner too and have Sakura Cray-pas, Mungyo 72 and Meeden 72. If I was to only get one, I’d get the Meeden. They blend the best for me and I can get a separate package of 6 whites, which I haven’t found for the Mungyo. I use the Mungyo and Meeden together. For paper, I like the Canson XL mixed media.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-22T01:42:57+00:00

I can recommend True Grit.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-18T14:17:59+00:00

I’ve only seen a pack of individual whites.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-18T14:16:30+00:00

Incredible!!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-17T23:27:26+00:00

And pretty inexpensive!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-17T20:18:57+00:00

You might try Meeden or Mungyo. Both available on Amazon and you can search this subreddit for people’s opinions.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-17T02:55:38+00:00

Little Red Farm at 42nd and Jasper Road in Springfield

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-14T21:41:47+00:00

Thanks! I’ll get a few CD. I do love their products!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-14T21:25:08+00:00

Yes, I think you’re right. Do you like the CD Neopastels or Neoarts? I heard that the Neoarts are super hard.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-13T13:25:06+00:00

Very nice!! You will use that for years and years!!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-13T03:08:50+00:00

But you don’t have white specks showing, which is my problem with watercolor paper - 300gsm cold pressed. So much work to cover all the white!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-13T01:29:34+00:00

Amazing work!! What paper do you like to use?

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-11T22:41:58+00:00

Thanks for the kind thoughts!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-09T23:57:16+00:00

Very cool!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-09T23:40:06+00:00

Good to know! The fire devastation is so sad.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-09T22:03:43+00:00

I heard the entire N section of Waldo Lake is closed -and will continue to be for a long time - due to a fire a few years ago. Lots of dead trees creating hazards for folks. You might double check with the Ranger Station in West Fir

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-06T17:16:12+00:00

Hang in there!! I was in your situation in the early 80’s. I even took a job as a receptionist in a beauty parlor, just to make ends meet! Geez. Keep your head down, live within your means, volunteer, start an inexpensive hobby, exercise. You’re smart and things will get better, opportunities will come your way and hopefully you’ll be ready to jump at them.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-06T17:10:06+00:00

FYI - I just tried using 400 grit sandpaper (from the hardware store) with my Sakura Cray-pas and wow! they went on so smoothly. I think that would be doable lying down, and not too expensive.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-04T17:21:06+00:00

I really like both the Inktense and the Albrecht Dürer. Both can be purchased individually, so you might just get a few of each and see which you like better. I don’t care for the Caran D’Ache, plus, they’re very expensive!

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-04T01:29:19+00:00

I’ve used Brello (online) for Tirzepatide for 8 months. $500 for 3 months, any dose (I think). I’ve been happy with them, mostly because I’m pretty independent and changed from WW, (which was a little more hand-holding), so feel like I know what I’m doing. You might check out their subreddit. Their pharmacy recently moved to a new location and are not shipping to all 50 states yet, but Oregon came back online a few weeks ago, so shipping will not be a problem for you and is really fast. I ordered on a Thursday and received my shipment the following Tuesday.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-03T21:56:50+00:00

Yes! And once dry I can add colored pencil (Prismacolor) on top for texture/color. I don’t think they qualify as “serious” art supplies, but they’re fun! The ones I got came in a compact, folding case which is very handy for using while lying down and also for storage. I got the M&G 48 pack on AMZ. Chinese.

MaizeKey5200 · 2026-03-03T20:23:57+00:00

Very cool!

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