(Part 2) Best artists drawing media according to redditors
We found 809 Reddit comments discussing the best artists drawing media. We ranked the 462 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
That’s cheating and I want one.
Bit pricey
https://www.amazon.com/Cuttlelola-Dotspen-Electric-Illustration-stippling/dp/B012YTKG76
Amazon, too
https://www.amazon.com/Cuttlelola-Dotspen-Electric-Illustration-stippling/dp/B012YTKG76
someone shared a link to buy a proper one at Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Derwent-Pencil-Extender-Pencils-2300124/dp/B002U0OX4C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457369428&sr=8-1&keywords=pencil+extender
this is what I came here to say lol This is a good set
TomBow Dual Brush
Bialetti - stove top espresso maker - you'll never need to buy an expensive coffee maker ever again.
Leuchterm 1917 journal for my bullet journal
6in Ruler to go with my journal - fits in the back pocket perfectly
Huhuhero Color Pen Set also to go with my journal -- has every color you'll need and has a really nice thickness. I use a finer tipped Staedtler for writing but these pens are perfect for titles and decorating and under $6 can't be beat
Customizable dog tag
Ahava Dead Sea Bath Salts - for a luxurious bath that won't dry you out
Ramekins for all of your baking needs. It's also fantastic to use for cooking (holding onto spices, separating eggs, etc.) and for serving dips.
Dog Toy Basket - adorable, holds a ton of toys, and looks really chic in my apartment.
Salt and Pepper Mill Grinders - pretty and functional
Bath Overflow Cover - get your water higher for a more satisfying bath
Bath Spa Pillow
Grippy Stand - the BEST stand for any size tablet.. I have two of them they're so good
Hotel Spa Cotton Towel 4 Pack - smallish bath towel with so many uses. I leave then by the front door to wipe the pup's paws.
Popin Cookin 9 Pack - the MOST FUN you'll ever have 9 times over
Tons and tons and tons of books - look under the "available for less money" links for "used" paperback versions that will make them super affordable and they usually come nearly brand new!
I am also a fineliner/marker user! Disclaimer: I don't think I'm going to answer your question, but provide my experience.
I upgraded from microns to copic multiliners recently because my markers were frequently smudging my linework and I found the ink flow to vary from pen to pen and session to session.
Also, started out using some cheap Faber Castell markers and upgraded to Copics, and the difference is night and day (second disclaimer: these are both from over a year ago). See how the marker ink on the copics more evenly bleeds through the paper, instead of the clumps in the first picture?
I guess this is my longwinded way of saying, some tools are crazy expensive for a reason. You don't have to go insane and buy the huge sets outright. Just a pen here and there. I started out with a copic greyscale set which comes with one of their fancy pens just to try it out and I haven't looked back.
Sorry if this wasn't the answer you were looking for ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
This roll from [amazon] (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000P6YNHK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). Works well for what i need it for, really only acting as storage at home. Cheap and easy.
Not a leftie but I loved these when I started out!
Tombow is my personal favorite!
Or
Prismacolor is a great choice as well
Notebooks by themselves can be archived depending on the type of media you are writing on. Welcome to the snobbery that is writing implements and media! I personally use Sakura-brand Pigma Micron 05 pens and acid free journal paper, to prolong the lifespan of any writing. Anything pH neutral in a pen is fine. Paper can get crazy expensive and usually its the ink that fades before the paper totally yellows out. A six pack of sakura pens usually last me the better part of the year - 6 pack
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It is just the way my brain works, but I'd keep the topics in categories (I was also imagining how you could better use the content for your future podcasts/interviews). You can also create subcategories for date of a particular topic. That way, you can also add in even more meta ways of recalling the subject: red binders for ETH1.X to ETH2.0 transitions for example. Or green for "MSM" coverage of crypto, etc. It might be harder for someone else to use your work later, but the categorical method is a fun way to store stuff.
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And one thing to leverage is google alerts if you are not already. Any topic that you create, make a google alert for as well. Worst case, it'll pick up some of the topics and best case, you'll get even more information to store.
Here’s a set of 3:
Fudenosuke Tombow Brush Pen 3 Type Set, Hard (GCD-111), Soft (GCD-112), Dual Brush(GCD-121), Sticky Notes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQCVNAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7MshDbTMCVC5A
Castle Art Supplies 72 Coloured Pencil Set for Adult Colouring Books or Kids School Supplies - Premium Artist Soft Series Lead with Vibrant Colours https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06ZZNF7GS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8d8TBbNTC48X2
These. They are pretty good considering their price. Although I haven't used them too much yet.
I used Touchnew markers.
Numbers; 64,76,182,CG8,83,143,84,132,145,75, white deleter for the eyes, I overlapped # 76 on 182. # 64 is used to shade for the blue. # 145 is for the shade for the white on the dress. CG8 is for the dress and shoes. #84 is the ribbon. # 83 is for the shade for the dress. For the black I used whatever but make the lines thick haha rem is thick lulz. I used a color pencil for the blush. For the skin I used #132. TBH I would go fairer. Like #26 or #131. I used a micron pen for some of the black I have a black Copic marker so I used that to fill in some stuff I would not use the Copic cuz the brush is hard to control for me now. I would recommend drawing her before you even start to color her. Here is the sauce for the markers I used. And the rest of the art supplies I used. I would not suggest the paper I used.
168 Set Color TOUCHNEW Graphic Drawing Painting Alcohol Art Dual Tip Sketch Pen Twin Marker Design Coloring Highlighting Set with Carry Bag +A4 Drawing Book + Parblo Glove https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MS46KVT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zW2DCbMSACQY0
And the deleter
Deleter Manga Ink - White 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UF3IUE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The Copic marker I mentioned:
Copic Marker Copic Sketch... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QWZUE2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The skin colors I used most of them I believe: come with the 168 set haven't checked
24 Colors Skin Tone Pens TOUCHNEW... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B8LS519?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The pencils I used:
Zebra DelGuard 0.5mm Lead... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NN3Z4EI?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Prismacolor Col-Erase Erasable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000093L6M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The micron markers I mentioned:
3M Rugged Comfort Quick Latch... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0798HYDYL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
And lastly for the color pencils:
Castle Art Supplies 72 Colored... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZZNF7GS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I used #34 of ^ the color pencils I used my finger to rub it in and make it look like a blush.
Paper I used:
Bellofy 100-Sheet Sketchpad... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FB6G81C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Yeah sorry for the overkill response and wall of text. Have fun drawing her.
P.S please respond if you read it I would greatly appreciate it. Have a great day :3
Looks like a Pilot Fude Brush Pen Kofude. Recognized it from my old set.
Oh yeah, put too much time into it to just erase. Made an 11" x 17" stencil that I printed, cut out, and taped to the lectern. Traced that with some chalk I bought a few years ago; outlined in white, removed the stencils and then filled in with red, then orange, then yellow. I'm really happy with how it came out.
Deciding if I want to put anything at the bottom.
Sakura microns. They’re pretty easy to find at pretty much any art store. I think I’ve even seen them at wal mart before.
https://www.amazon.de/PIGMA-MICRON-Fineliner-Stifte-schwarz/dp/B004AQODNU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2/258-2170369-7779339?ie=UTF8&qid=1550415223&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=microns+pens&dpPl=1&dpID=41Y8DqcgcIL&ref=plSrch
I see you have a bunch of Pigma Micron pens there. I used to use them heavily. Have you ever considered buying a nice set of Rapidographs? They are a bitch to clean if you don't take care of them properly, but they are SO worth the cost savings and the accuracy. Plus you can get them cheap on eBay.
I got a full set of Akashiya Sai watercolor pens for Christmas, actually. They're nice, deep colors, and have no odor.
I've only gotten ever gotten black Microns, though. I've got all 30 of the fineliners, so I don't have a lot of interest in anything but maybe the blue or blue-black for work (and I have G2's and Precise V7's for that).
Derwent Art Roll, have used it myself for 5+ years, no signs of fraying. Excellent!
Here it is!!
Something like this (link) is good. Steer clear of bags. This style (link) is borderline passable but I wouldn't put any loose pencils in the bag side. Just be careful not to drop or jostle them too much as it will most likely break the leads in the wood.
Crayola washable markers https://www.amazon.com/Crayola-Ultraclean-Broad-Washable-Markers/dp/B00IYDM814/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1467266392&sr=8-3&keywords=Crayola+washable
But still, test it first.
These are pastels though.
I recommend getting pigma microns they're the best imo. I use them for most of my line work. However, for practice and getting your technique down, I use uni pin
Thank you! I just purchased some watercolour pens and I'm still getting used to them, but they're a dream. They're made by a company called Akashiya SAI. Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/Akashiya-Sai-Watercolor-Brush-Pen/dp/B000VZB51C
I also have a set of Winsor & Newton watercolour pens, but I honestly like the SAI ones better. (That and they're cheaper.)
I use fountain pens but probably pretty crappy ones. They always seem to dry up really fast. I did just buy this though and it should be here tomorrow.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQCVNAW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Again, no idea what I'm doing so if you might know, let me know if this is a piece of crap.
I go through pens like coffee. I've been learning Japanese for over a year and a half now and I write all day long, so it's the norm for me to run pens dry. The Sarasa I love because even when they're low they still flow smoothly. The G2 in my experiences does not once it is past the half-way mark. That said the G2 tends to last longer, but it more frustrating for me past half way. (I did find a youtube video on how to push down the gel, but... I don't want to work on a pen that will be dead by the end of the week guaranteed.) I also love to use Bimoji brush pens, especially when learning new kanji. Which I'm excited to get a new one soon so I can use it on the fancy 32lb paper I have now. I'm really nerdy like this. =)
Glad to be of help!
I appreciate the embracing of mistakes and not laying everything out beforehand. I would encourage finding something similar but that is capable of creating blacker blacks than a ballpoint. Something like more traditional pen and india ink or some nice art markers, I have this set of Copic markers that I really like.
https://www.amazon.com/Copic-Multiliner-Sp-Set-4-Black/dp/B006MO2BVO/ref=pd_bxgy_201_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VFHMWHX86Q6CF6JT1PJ5
Kuretake makes a similar set to Tombow, with one soft tip and one hard tip. Pentel also has their Fude Touch Sign Pens in a smaller and larger size compared to the colored pack, where the smaller sized pen tip is comparable to the Fudenosuke hard tip.
Unsolicited review since I've tried all three: Idk if this is just me, but that Fude hard tip pen spits out ink like no other. I think it's less of a problem if you're pressing down on the tip all the way for your down strokes, but I like using the hard tip for a thinner effect all over. I only use about 50% pressure on downstrokes, but even if I graze the pen on the paper for upstrokes, I get a bigger glob of ink than I would like. The Kuretakes seem to do this too, but the Pentel is better at releasing ink at a more moderate rate. The downside of the Pentels is that the tip doesn't seem as hardy as the Fudes.
Kuretake Bimoji Brush Pen, Extra Fine, Fine, Midium, Broad, Midium/Bristles, Value Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y138TX3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_a.MNDbFWFE77Y
Copic Marker Copic Sketch Markers, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QWZUE2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_W.MNDbJWEH05A
Copic Markers 9-Piece Multiliner Inking Pen Set B-2, Black (MLB2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MRSUZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lbNNDbWSWT67K
I use these ones I got from from Amazon I dont think they're the best on the market by any means, but they do the trick :)
It's called a brush pen! I'm a big fan of Tombow's double sided brush pens - one side is small like the one I used in this thanks post and the other side is larger, which I also use for brush lettering! This exact one is here!
Huhuhero fineliners! I got a full color set for hella cheap on Amazon. They say 0.38mm but reviews say they're a lil bigger. They work great!
Huhuhero Fineliner Color Pen Set, 0.38 mm Fine Line Drawing Pen, Porous Fine Point Markers Perfect for Coloring Book and Bullet Journal Art Projects
I like Pentel Energel but the colors are limited. Great pens though
Greed.
Other things I've done, there are lots of free "rpg background sound" websites you can visit. Some of them even have built-in mixers where you can up certain sounds or not. For instance, there was one I visited that had a tavern playing greensleeves. Other than the lute, it matched exactly what I'd expect in a common room so I just turned the lute off and just had the noise of the people, random chair shuffles, random dish clinks, a quiet crackling fire. While this was going on I just had a picture of a common room up on the TV. Likewise I did this for forest sounds and a cavern.
An awesome thing I saw one GM do was take double-cardboard (as in extra thick cardboard, could be replicad by two pieces of "regular" cardboard glued together) and he cut lines for the grid, and spray painted it with "sand" paint. It made an awesome sandstone dungeon scene. And since it was all cardboard he could cut the rooms separate and just laid them out on the table when we encountered each room. When we were approaching the dungeon he had random lego pieces for when we were at an oasis (so rocks and trees sorta thing--not the actual bricks, but pieces that were actual lego rocks and palm trees.).
Obviously having miniatures, helps.
Other things that look awesome are the 3d dungeon tiles that you see many places, but the ones with walls are actually really hard to play with, so I'd stay away from those (which is most of the 3d pieces).
Prismacolor 3620 Premier Double-Ended Art Markers, Fine and Chisel Tip, 12 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00006IFGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SgFyCbBR18BVM
Here’s the brand I use (link goes to a gigantic set in the wrong size...I use 005 size, and I grab them singly from Michael’s). I got them to add “script” to Celestine’s gigantic scrolls.
Kuretake Bimoji Brush Pen, Extra Fine, Fine, Midium, Broad, Midium/Bristles, Value Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y138TX3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xJYzDbSWXHGSG
You can also get them at hobby lobby.
Akashiya Sai Watercolor Brush Pens
I like them over Tombows because I find Tombows harder to control and easy to fray (even with rhodia paper). I really enjoy using brush pens like these with softer bristles :P
Here's my entry. It was done in Photoshop and pretty much all digital, save for some textures I scanned. :)
As far as pen recommendations go, it sort of depends on price. If you can afford them, I definitely recommend Rapidograph pens.
Most of my class used them when I was in college, and they work absolutely amazingly. They're refillable so much cheaper than rebuying pens in the long run. If you don't want to spend so much at once, I would suggest staying with Micron. They're what I used before I got some Rapidographs and they worked fairly well... I just can't get past the crispness of the Rapidographs!!!
Yeah, I drew it. I was using a Prismacolor Premier brush tip marker in size B. I got it in a set with a few different colors but I honestly don’t really use them that much. It’s a fine marker but there are definitely some better options out there. Lately I’ve been using the Pentel Fude Sign Pens more than the Prismacolor but they both get the job done.
Prismacolor
Pentel
Oh, thank you! Any other advice? I have seen this http://www.amazon.com/Rapidograph-7-Pen-Tech-Pen-Set/dp/B000WRZC5O/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426361542&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=architecture+rapidographs and this http://www.ebay.com/itm/STAEDTLER-MARS-MATIC-700-SET-9-TECHNICAL-PENS-013-018-025-035-05-07-10-14-20-/161618671290
If you're looking for the products he used, don't! It's all extremely expensive, apparently professional-grade stuff.
Why are you still reading? Go away!
Okay, you wore me down. Here they are:
Copic Marker SB12 12-Piece Sketch Basic Set $52.00. There are many, different other sets, but this is a representative selection. Other sets are greater sizes, specific color ranges (eg skin tones).
Copic Multiliner SP Waterproof Pigment Ink Pens Set B, Pack of 4, Black Ink (MLSP4B) $32.00. Again, other different selections exist with different nib selections.
Copic Sketch Marker - 1PK/Colorless Blender $9.00.
Here's the Amazon link!
Pilot G2 pens.
I just bought these pens back in March and they're really good quality fine felt tip pens.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H5FYNX2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
haha I know it's a sickness. I was always into this sort of thing but managed to push it out of my mind. Now the bujo community has dragged me back in!!! And with all the media you see so many things recommended that you want to try! If you live in the US go to Michael's or Target and you'll be set. Oooh there is a sweet lettering set by Tombow I saw on Amazon! One set (I'm obviously insane).
This looks like a great gift and has a little bit of everything in it!!!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWTU634/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
https://www.instagram.com/p/BQPz3MpAPnp/
不客气！Someone down thread mentioned pens. You'll want to get yourself some decent pens, it really helps with the angles and brush strokes.
Again, there's plenty out there but here's what I was recommended and currently use:
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N35WYOQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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For pencils, my favorite is probably my Mars Technico, combined with the tub sharpener. The leads come from 4h-4b, so its a decent range. At 2mm it seems large, but the tub sharpener will put a needle ass point on that badboy. The leads last a pretty long time too.
Other than that, any set of pencils with a range of hardness would be cool, personally i prefer Prismacolor and Staedtler Mars Lumiograph. The technico costed about 16-17$ with the pencil, 3 leads and the sharpener, which i got an office depot.
For pens, I LOVE the Copic Multiliner SP. Pretty spendy, but the ink is refillable and the nibs are replaceable. Doesn't smudge when dry, and I've water colored over it fine even. A more affordable option would be Prismacolor Premier Pens, after about 5 seconds it won't smudge.
Thanks for the contest :D!!!!
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buy these two things, and make your own?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ACIFP64/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1451154002&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=white+t+shirts&dpPl=1&dpID=31qgRX-E9qL&ref=plSrch&th=0
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IYDM814/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1451154120&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX220_SY330_QL65&keywords=crayola+markers&dpPl=1&dpID=61QRvPuTgjL&ref=plSrch
and also never wash it.
Are you using this? How much did you purchase?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004O7AIUW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1426802620&sr=8-1&keywords=sumi+ink&dpPl=1&dpID=415JCet9K1L&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
This is pretty good. In fact it better then i can do and i have some formal training.
2 quick tips
Keep Practicing :)
I got a couple of 'pen' wraps ( these ). Being that they're pencil wraps, chunky pens are a little bit of a squeeze, but nothing too difficult. The only ones that really take an persuasion are the Jin Hao X450 and my Faber Castell Basic (never realised it was quite as thick as it is!). I keep them mostly double spaced in there as I don't want them to rub, but it's given me no issues as a cheap fix to the issue.
Koh-I-Noor Rapidograph Pen and Ink Set, 7 Assorted Pen Nibs and .75 oz. Bottle of Ultradraw Black Ink, 1 Set Each (3165SP7P) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WRZC5O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JUlJBbSN17T1S
Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004O7AIUW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1426802620&sr=8-1&keywords=sumi+ink&dpPl=1&dpID=415JCet9K1L&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
^That's ^why ^I'm ^here, ^I ^don't ^judge ^you. ^PM ^/u/xl0 ^if ^I'm ^causing ^any ^trouble. ^WUT?
MyLifeUNIT pen set is my favor，just $5.95!! These pens are amazing. I use them from writing to outlining drawings to adding color. This brings my notes to life and is easier for me to see my notes from a distance.
https://www.amazon.com/MyLifeUNIT-Fineliner-Colored-Drawing-Assorted/dp/B01H5FYNX2
After your suggestions my current amazon cart for her is:
Calligraphy: A Beginner's Guide to Pointed Pen and Brush Pen Lettering
Hand Lettering for Relaxation: An Inspirational Workbook for Creating Beautiful Lettered Art
Strathmore 300 Series Drawing Pad, Medium Surface, 9"x12" Glue Bound, 50 Sheets
Rhodia No.16 A5 6 x 8 1/4 80 Sheet, Dot Pad.
Tombow 56191 Advanced Lettering Set.
Pilot Parallel Pen 2-Color Calligraphy Pen Set, with Black and Red Ink Cartridges in 2.4mm Nib size and 3.8mm Nib size with extra 12 assorted colors cartridges and 12 black cartridges. I assume the cartridges are not dependent on nib size as that would be infuriatingly stupid. Only dependent on the brands pen circumference? Correct me if I am wrong on that.
Hopefully that's pretty comprehensive but as far as speedball goes these are the texts I've found:
Speedball Textbook 24th Edition for $8.67.
Speedball Textbook: For Pen and Brush Lettering, 20th Edition for $113.35.
The Speedball Textbook, a comprehensive Guide to Pen and Brush Lettering, 23rd, Twenth-Third Edition for $51.01 new.
Did you have a specific edition in mind? A lot of the ones I'm seeing on amazon vary greatly as shown above.
What kind of pencils do you use? It may just be the picture, but it looks like your shading kind of blends into a medium gray in a lot of places, when high contrast (light grays and really dark blacks) might be more effective.
I would suggest buying a set of Prismacolor Turquoise pencils or similar ones that have "softer" shades like 9B, 8B or 7B. Then use those soft pencils to increase the darkness of places like the eyes and mouth here. If you haven't already, familiarize yourself with how to use hard and soft pencils. It might also help to take an eraser to some of the shading when you're done to make really bright highlights. This can really make shading easier and prettier, resulting in a drawing with higher contrast. :)
Number two pencils you'd be right. But artists using rather high grade and expensive colored pencils will use a pencil extender to eek out all that lead. It does start to add up if you use them a lot.
No these are prismacolor markers.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00006IFGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-KG7CbCRDYTCY
But they are just as fat as a paint pen
Thank you! I basically copied this post
And yeah, I love a good brush pen. I used the Pilot Pocket Brush Pen.
Just to give another option besides the Tombows, I use a combination of the Huhuhue Double Ended and the Huhuhue Fine Tips.
With a decent notebook (ie. not a composition book) I get minimal bleeding and the pens are super affordable.
I don't know if you have a case for pens, but I recently bought this one and I'm super happy with it.
I know they're both on Amazon at least, so maybe you can get them. And no problem! Ink + bamboo brush is one of my favorite mediums, you should try it out if you've been thinking about it :) You can dilute with water for different greys, like watercoloring
Mungyo Pastels:
https://www.amazon.com/Mungyo-Square-Pastel-Assorted-B441R078-7003A/dp/B01HFJJLNU
They can be found relatively cheap on Amazon, start chipping away with a hobby knife and convert it into dust-like powder and apply with an old brush.
These Akashiya Sai Brush Pens!