Markers are essentially another type of brush and can be used for a whole bunch of different art forms such as calligraphy, hand-lettering, illustrations and technical drawings. I use them in practically all of my projects and they're a guaranteed must when filling up my sketchbook. But markers can be referred to by many different names, from pens to simple felt-tip pens and when I first began using them in my craft I didn't had a notion where to begin.
Fast forward to today, in "Prince of Cavan Studios" a solid collection of markers is a essential part of my creative process. Thankfully there are some brands/types that allow you to refill them as I run through them in no time. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to know that in order to get better at something, you have to practice. But like a lot, and that also means a lot of marker Ink!
Today’s art brands offer a whole range of different markers, each with their own unique features, so it can be difficult to find the right marker in a sea of choice especially if you're completely clueless on where to start! So in the post I'm going to go into detail on each kind and explain some of my personal favourite brands.
ALCOHOL-BASED MARKERS
Alcohol-based markers are mainly used for illustration or design (fashion or objects). One of the key features of these markers is that they can easily be blended together according to chosen colours. In addition, you can create precise gradients with a colourless marker. We recommend using alcohol-based markers on ink-resistant paper to avoid smudging, while ensuring sharp lines. They are available in fine, chisel or brush tips.
Copic brand is one of the most popular artist markers out there. An alcohol-based ink, the colors are non-toxic and are refillable once you’ve used all of the pigment. They are more expensive than other brands, but people who use them understand why they are so pricey. “They are INCREDIBLE,”
They're pretty good markers , especially for the price in comparison to copics, prisma, or other markers around. The plastic does feel a bit cheap I must admit. Some of the color ranges are a bit extreme on the neon side also but other than that, a perfect
Perfect as a supplement for other marker sets due to the brands selection of shades, but may also be used as a solid foundation for painting. Their price-performance ratio, also makes the Stylefile Marker a very popular graffiti marker and its quality properties are valued not in vain in the architecture and design field! Featuring a Marked Chisel and Fine-liner tip along with Quality alcohol-based ink
Suitable for beginning and experienced artists, these premium artist markers offer a range of colors and are dual-tipped, with a fine tip at one end for precise lines and a chisel at the other for coverage and broad strokes. Advanced Prismacolor alcohol, dye-based ink yields rich, smooth colors.
WATER-BASED MARKERS
Water-based markers are great for illustration – and they are a cheaper alternative to alcohol-based markers, too. These markers stand out thanks to the richness of their pigments, which can be diluted with water to imitate watercolour effects. We recommend using smooth paper, but sketch paper is also an excellent option when drawing with water-based markers. However, if you decide to dilute the ink with water, watercolour or mixed media papers are recommended. They are available in brush and fine tips.
- SAKURA PIGMA PROFESSIONAL SET
This professional pen comes in a set of three different brush tips – fine, medium, and bold. The variation of these brush pens makes drawing a lot easier because every tip can cover your basic brush pen needs.What’s more impressive with these pens is the pigment-based ink. It offers superb benefits that help maintain the deep tones and overall quality of your art. It is fade-resistant, thereby keeping the ink long-lasting and lightfast.It dries very quickly so I don’t have a lot of problems with smears or blobs of ink every time I try out some techniques. I am also pretty impressed with its waterproof ability because I can paint it over watercolor without any trouble.
- PILOT FUTAYAKU DOUBLE-SIDED BRUSH PEN
I love the dual design wh ere you have the fine tip for narrow lines and dainty details and a medium tip for thicker widths. The larger nib also does the trick when I need to fill in darker areas or produce solid shades. Besides these features, the tips are made of felt material. Although they aren’t too stiff, they feel much firmer than nylon and hair brushes, making it easier to hold and control.
For superb brush pen quality and elasticity, This Kuretake Fountain Brush Pen is beyond its sophisticated appearance! The tip is made from natural sable brush hair. The fine bristles of the tip also provide the flexibility that can create multiple line widths ranging from thin to broad. It has the softness and bounce in every stroke that renders optimum responsiveness which allows you to create delicate & subtle lines for expressive illustration.
It involves a learning curve to control the pen and get used to it, but I must say it’s one of those brush pens for artists that are easy to use. Therefore, both novice users and experienced artists can give this a shot. Overall, it is a high-quality brush tool that deserves a spot in your brush pen arsenal. It boasts its flexibility that lets you alternate between different line widths effortlessly!
PAINT-BASED MARKERS
The most versatile of all markers, these can be used on virtually any existing surface: paper, cardboard, canvas, wood, metal, glass, plastic, or even fabric. Please note that the surface must be well treated before application. Paint-based markers beautifully complement brushstrokes when working with acrylics because you can create lines of the same width in a single stroke. Tips range from very fine, to medium and chiseled.
The Posca is one of the better and well known brands I have found, especially at the price point. The paint is nicely opaque, it goes on canvas fairly easily, and there's a nice range of color. ... All in all, these (along with the Derwent Graphik Painters) are the best acrylic paint pens for working on canvas that I have found.
This paint can cover pretty much any surface and it comes out very opaque and solid, unlike a lot of other markers. Though not optimal, it's still relatively easy to fill in large areas even with a 2mm nib. It has a pretty solid UV resistance which means your colours will last longer and fade less over time.
They're pricey, but the quality of any pen by Krink really goes a long way. You can expect really good ink and the marker flows well with the tip holding to form as pen or mop empties out. It's ideal for street stuff, customizing and doing long shifts on stickers
ARCHIVAL QUALITY INK MARKERS
These permanent, water-resistant markers are mainly used for the final rendering of a drawing, for example when signing a work of art on paper. Traditionally, they feature carbon black pigment ink, but in recent years, brands such as Faber-Castell have begun offering a greater variety of colours. They come in many different sizes, but smaller sizes – up to ultra fine (0.005) – are more popular since they are used for detail work. Brush and flat tips are also used for calligraphy.
A choice of various tip sizes and colors, and the ink is of good quality and won’t fade. There’s no feathering or bleed-through on most types of paper, making them perfect for drawing finer lines and accurate images of things like foliage or hair. Better yet, these are disposable drawing pens, ideal if you tend to travel and lose your pens a lot.
Fine, finer, the finest – 11 different sizes. The alcohol-based, permanent pigment ink completes a high-quality tool. The Blackliner set is really all you need to when it comes to getting the job done with Fine lining.
With a fineliner tip from 0.1 mm to 1.2 mm, the Stylefile Marker Single Fineliner is a very delicate colleague. The color is permanent, quick-drying and is particularly suitable for outlines, spontaneous sketches and cool scribbles. Thanks to their cap-off function, the fineliners do not dry out even after 4 hours without a lid and the ink is also waterproof.
Pigment Liner’s tip is slightly longer than others. This is a good thing if you tend to run your pen along the side of a ruler or if you want to write with it, too. The .05 mm is one of the most popular and is great for those with light hands. Best of all, they're inexpensive.
And that's all I have to say about markers but if you did enjoy this article, or you are curious about some other mediums to use, I’ve created a downloadable creative handbook titled "Essential Tools for the Modern Creative" !
This short ebook is filled with all the information you need to get started on analog art (pens, markers, spray paint, sketchbooks ect.), everything you need to know about getting set up with digital art and a third section with information on where to share your work, layouts, fonts and mockups, with each section detailing my personal preferences of materials and brands. Then the best part is, it's completely free!
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