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Old 28-09-2010, 10:07 PM
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Originally Posted by michaellxv View Post
I have used 2B HB 2H pencils and they all smudge differently and to different shades. I guess you could go the whole range with enough experience.

Another thought. Rub a cotton bud or similar on a charcoal stick and then apply that to the paper. Could produce some interesting results.
The B pencils seem to be softer and create a darker shade while the H's are harder and create lighter shading.
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