EliS
Well-known member
I tried using the search tool to find out whether there's already a thread for what equipment people use when doing field scetches. Couldn't find any (maybe I used wrong words), so I'm starting one. I've found out long ago that one can save a lot of time by seeing, what more experienced birdwatchers do...
So:
What kinds of pencils do you use when scetching outside? How soft? (And how do you keep them sharp enough? I've never been a fan of pencils since they get blunt so fast...)
What do you use for colors? (Again, on the field.) I've noticed some use watercolors even outside (wow!), but does anyone have experience with wood colors? Which would be good?
And since I'm planning on getting myself a telescope, I'm curious to hear what kinds of telescopes you are using. I've noticed some people prefer fixed, some zoom lenses etc. So any comments on that, what things should a bird illustrator bear in mind when getting a telescope?
So:
What kinds of pencils do you use when scetching outside? How soft? (And how do you keep them sharp enough? I've never been a fan of pencils since they get blunt so fast...)
What do you use for colors? (Again, on the field.) I've noticed some use watercolors even outside (wow!), but does anyone have experience with wood colors? Which would be good?
And since I'm planning on getting myself a telescope, I'm curious to hear what kinds of telescopes you are using. I've noticed some people prefer fixed, some zoom lenses etc. So any comments on that, what things should a bird illustrator bear in mind when getting a telescope?