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Gary explains what causes an artist to surrender to the allure of coloured pencil, the medium of perfection and control, and shows what happens when you do.

Tips from Six Well-Known Jurors

The benefits and rewards of experimentation and exploration.

This artist's invention allows a collage to be completely designed and then glued without losing the original composition.

James Gurney demonstrates how to get your colors to change gradually throughout your picture

A strong foundation of shapes, with clear shifts in value and color temperature, is the secret to making outstanding pastel paintings.

You have permission to make peace with the elements by working with photographs - but don't just copy your references.

Don't be driven to distraction with the bustling detail of a cityscape.

Part 4: Buddy, can you spare a dime? Help for the tricky issue of working out what price you should put on your paintings.