You can lighten dark colors with a layer of a lighter color, like white, over top. This can also help with softening colors, like the one found in skin tones. [1] X Research source
By spreading a thick layer-color over a base-color with your blender pencil, you can create a glaze effect over top the base. This will also impart a blended effect to your artwork. Make sure to use a pencil that is not sharp so that the lines are softer. [4] X Expert Source Kathy LeaderArtist Expert Interview. 13 February 2022.
You may have to experiment with this and get some experience before you become fully comfortable with the technique. You should choose your brush with regard to the paper you have used. Thicker paper may allow you to use stiffer brushes for easier blending. Thinner paper might require a soft bristle brush and gentle blending over time. You should also be able to use a tortillion to push colors around the page to create either increased or decreased brightness. [5] X Research source
Some cloth might blend differently than others or create a unique effect in your drawing. Testing your cloth beforehand can prevent unintended effects when blending. [6] X Research source
Sometimes after drawing with Prismacolors you might notice a waxy buildup on the colored areas. If this makes your blending more difficult, you can wipe away the waxy film with a soft, dry cloth.
These kind of solvents can break down certain common plastics over time. Due to this effect, you should avoid using a plastic container for your solvent. You won’t need much solvent for blending. A little bit goes a long way, so a small container will likely serve your purposes best. A resealable container is especially helpful when you are drawing often with Prismacolors. This way you can reuse your solvent easily.
Dip an inexpensive synthetic brush into your solvent. Remove the brush, then blot excess solvent from it with a paper towel. Brush your solvent lightly onto the area you are blending with your brush. Continue blending, little by little, until you achieve the desired effect. [9] X Research source
Depending on how much solvent you needed to use while blending, your solvent blended art may be dry in less than an hour. In some cases, this may take up to a day to completely dry.
For large areas, to save on tape you might decide to use a piece of scrap paper held in place by a few small pieces of tape.
You’ll often find that wax buildup occurs in areas you have heavily applied your colored pencil to a specific area. Keep an eye on these areas for buildup. [12] X Research source
Even with an electric eraser, it’s likely some remnant of the Prismacolor will remain. Avoid erasing too much to try and completely erase the mark. Doing so could result in a ripped page. [14] X Research source
