Hello Scrappers! The other night I messed around with the few Copic Markers that I have and really like how most of the stamped images turned out. I posted them on Facebook and got some helpful tips as well which I will share.
Copic markers, for those that do not know much about them, are markers that most Graphic Novelist use. They have two different tips on them, a brush tip and a Chisel style tip. You can also replace these tips and refill the markers so you never have to buy the same marker twice. Now the markers are quite expensive, almost $8 a marker or for 12 of the Sketch kind it goes for $53 on Amazon. FYI to help with the cost Michael's and Hobby Lobby have 40-50% off coupons that you should be able to use. These markers are pretty picky when it comes to the type of ink and paper you use. The ink that is recommended to use with these markers when using stamped images is the Memento brand. I read that the StazOn and Stampin' Up brands do NOT work well with the Copic markers. There is special paper sold specifically for Copic markers too. This paper helps prevent the bleeding. These markers blend very well which makes them great for coloring and going from light to dark. There are hundreds of colors out there to choose from with a wide range of different shades of colors.
Alright now to the fun stuff and tips! When I have used these markers I have had trouble with the ink just running out of the marker and ruining the whole picture (the blue spot above the bird). It frustrated me so much that I don't really use them. I asked around and ladies were saying it could be the paper but it would only be that one marker, the others worked fine. So finally one lady said that it could actually be the marker itself. She said they could have filled it too full when they made it and that's why I'm having trouble. Now here's the tip: Another lady commented and said to take the caps off both ends at the same time to equalize the pressure in the marker. She said normally if you fly with them you have that same issue. So ladies if you have this issue or travel by flying with your supplies, take off the caps of both ends before you use them and then try again. I did that and didn't have anymore issues that night. I usually hold my breath when using them hoping it doesn't leak all over. Usually when it leaks its when I have the picture almost done and then it ruins it! But I'm going to keep using them because I love the look of the image when it's all done!
The colors are so vibrant and I'm just starting out so these are not the best out there but I'm excited to learn more so I can improve the look of the stamped images I use. I was just playing around with these markers the other night and here are the results. I can't wait to get more colors! Hope this helps with any of you having trouble or ones that are thinking of getting Copics! Have a splendid crafty time!!
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