Why would a Tortillion be useful when drawing?
Stumps and tortillions save your fingers from the pain and mess of rubbing your paper to blend areas. They also offer more control, being smaller than your finger so they can get into smaller areas and can also press harder.
What’s the difference between blending stump and Tortillion?
Tortillons are much smaller and have harder, scratchier paper. They’re made from a sheet of paper in a tightly rolled stick. In contrast, blending stumps are molded from paper pulp and have a more “velvety” texture, as described to us by store clerk Chris Cardellino.
What is a Torchon in art?
Torchon Fine Art Prints boast a bright white, 100% α-cellulose paper with a heavy textured, matte surface. Created by Hahnemuhle, Torchon is a thick, watercolor paper best paired with an image that can show off its distinct texture.
How do you make a Tortillion?
To make a tortillon, start by measuring 1 inch down the side of a piece of copy paper and marking it with a pencil. Flip the paper and mark it the same way on the other side, then connect the 2 marks with a straight line. Next, use scissors to cut along the line so you end up with 2 identical pieces of paper.
Do you really need a blending stump?
When You Should Use a Blending Stump. There are many times when you need to use a blending stump. For example, if the surface of the subject is smooth and the texture of the paper simply can’t create the necessary texture, then a blending stump should be used.
Can you sharpen blending stumps?
When the tip of your blending stump becomes too dull or dirty, you can sharpen it using a sand paper sharpener, which usually comes with the stump if you buy it in a pack.
Do blending stumps work on colored pencils?
Blending stumps and tortillons are more often associated with graphite drawing, but they also work with colored pencil. I’ve found them to be slightly less effective than paper towel, but they are very useful if you want to blend a small area.