Transform the simple crystal drawings in your coloring book into a sparkling, galaxy like work of art.
In this guide, we'll show you how to color crystals in a mystical, galaxy style, inspired by a page from the Spooky Summer coloring book.
This coloring guide is perfect for beginners and will help you create a unique crystal coloring page.
To recreate this crystal effect, you will need:
Step 1: Lay Down the Base Colors
Begin by coloring the crystal shapes with RV160, V230, and BG4. Alternate between the pink, purple, and light blue to create a soft, rainbow like gradient effect.
Keep your strokes light and vertical to mimic the natural facets of a real crystal. This layer creates a colorful base that instantly adds depth.
Step 2: Add Depth with B340
To give the crystal more depth, imagine a light source and color the darker, shaded areas.
For example, you can add a layer of dark color near the base of the crystal or where the edges meet, using B340 to create darker tones.
In this step, you need to be skillful in determining the angles of light and shadow that your crystal drawing can reflect.
By adding this contrast, you will create sharp facets, making the crystal look more three dimensional. This step is crucial for achieving a sparkling gemstone effect.
Step 3: Highlight with an Acrylic Pen
This is the "magic" step that makes your crystals look mystical.
Use a white acrylic pen to draw thin, broken highlight lines along the crystal's edges to create a whimsical effect. Add small, random dots over the colored areas. Some dots can be a bit larger for variety.
This effect simulates twinkling stars in a galaxy, turning your crystals into a beautiful miniature galaxy. Using an acrylic pen for highlights not only creates a light reflecting effect but also enhances the mystical feel, which is perfect for this spooky coloring page.
Color in thin layers: It's best to apply a thin first layer of color so that subsequent layers can have a more vibrant color transition and avoid looking too dark or muddy.
Control the acrylic pen: Before dabbing it onto your drawing, test the acrylic pen on a scrap piece of paper to check the consistency and size of the dots. This helps you avoid creating dots that are too large and ruining your drawing.
Utilize white space: Don't try to color in every empty space. Leaving a few small white spots on the crystal edges will create a natural shimmer or light reflection effect.
The combination of purple, pink, and blue shades not only creates a whimsical look but also evokes a sense of mystery and magic, perfectly suited for the Spooky Summer theme.
With just a little skill and some basic colors, you can complete this mystical and sparkling crystal coloring page!
If you'd like to see more details, watch the video coloring tutorial on Instagram. Southern Lotus's Instagram.
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