Kate Jenvey

How Do I Sign My Drawing?

Kate Jenvey

Published on: 29/09/2026

Not sure how to sign your drawing? Learn what to sign with, where to place it, and how to keep your signature subtle, readable and part of your artist brand.

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How to See and Draw Birds

Kate Jenvey

Published on: 24/09/2026

Learn how to draw realistic bird feathers by observing shape, form, light, texture and edges. Discover how to simplify feathers and truly see your bird subject.

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Why I Always Come Back to Three Primary Colours

Kate Jenvey

Published on: 14/09/2026

Struggling with muddy colour in coloured pencil? Learn why starting with just three primary colours builds real colour confidence, mixing skills, and harmony.

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How Do I Draw Black Fur Without It Looking Like a Flat Blob?

Kate Jenvey

Published on: 08/03/2026

Struggling to draw black fur without it looking flat? Learn how to create rich, realistic black fur in animal drawings using layering, values, and colour mixing techniques.

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