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The Eyecon Gallery Blog includes ideas, tutorials and case histories which are meant to inspire.
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Charcoal & Pastel
Art-works produced in mixed media charcoal and pastels by Art-Marco
Upload a Photo, Get a Custom Caricature all for just £35.00 : How it works.
Looking for something truly special for your child's bedroom? Something personal, playful and completely unique? How about a caricature ?
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Affordable Original Art to Beautify Your Space
If you’ve ever wanted to add a splash of personality to your home or office, you know how tricky it can be to find art that’s both unique and budget-friendly. Original art often feels out of reach, reserved for galleries or wealthy collectors. But here’s the good news: affordable original art is out there, and it can transform your space without emptying your wallet. Let me walk you through how to find it, why it matters, and how to make it work for you. Why Choose Affordabl
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MyEyecon: Jamie Ballard the grown up Harry Potter.
Jamie Ballard is a British stage and screen actor best known for portraying the adult Harry Potter in the original West End production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at London’s Palace Theatre, a role he originated in 2018 and reprised multiple times, including after the show’s COVID-19 hiatus in 2021. Trained with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), he has an extensive theatre background, including performances in Shakespearean works like Richard II
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Remembering David Bowie: The Eternal Icon and the Birth of MyEyecon “Stardust”
Creating the MyEyecon “Stardust” in pastel and charcoal plus a look at the laws in the UK and US when artists use a celebrity’s image.
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Creating the Eyecon “The Stinging Policeman”
It started with a late-night scroll through concert footage—sweat-slicked performers, crowds lost in adoration. I sketched the eye first, my preferred approach, letting the persona emerge organically. Hours blurred into dawn; charcoals smudged, pastels built depth. When it was finally finished and I stepped back, I felt two things at once: pride and unease.
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Creating Stunning Portraits: Pastel and charcoal portrait on black paper
Looking for a dynamic and striking way to showcase a subject using pastel and charcoal on black paper? Art tutorial, by Art-Marco
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The Eyecon Range Continues to Expand: New “Actor” and “Athlete” and now “Gorilla” Pastel Portraits
Breaking Tradition: New Substrates, Reverse Workflow
For the first time, I stepped away from my trusted Clairefontaine Pastelmat and embrace
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How to Create a Stunning Charcoal Portrait of a Blue-Eyed Cat: A Step-by-Step Tutorial Untitled
Discover how to create a lifelike charcoal portrait of “Persil,” a blue-eyed cat, with this step-by-step tutorial!
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“Cat”: A Pastel Eye & Fur Texture Tutorial
Learn how to bring a cat’s gaze to life: a step-by-step pastel drawing tutorial showing how to build texture, light, and reflection
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“Lioness” : Wildlife Eyecon Mixed Media Artwork by Marco
Lioness Eyecon Series Number 2
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When a portrait is not just a likeness but an act of remembrance - Group Captain Paddy Hemingway. The Last of the Few.
Group Captain Paddy Hemingway - The Last of the Few ( Image Courtesy of the RAF) RECENT UPDATE I have decided to release 10 A4 Giglée Prints and 5 A3 Giglée Prints of the Artwork detailed below. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE RAF BENEVOLENT FUND. THIS IS A LIMITED OFFER AND WILL NOT BE REPEATED SO SHOULD YOU WISH TO SUPPORT THE BENEVOLENT FUND AND PURCHASE ONE OF THE PRINTS PLEASE CLICK HERE. PRINTS COST £30 Exc Postage & Packaging Capturing a Legend in Charcoal and
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Overcoming the "Heinz 57" Dog Portrait hurdles
Is this a Norfolk Terrier a Norwich Terrier or a Border Terrier? Why is it important to know? Creating a dog portrait in mixed media.
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Eyecons Series: How to Create an Elephant Eye Artwork with Charcoal and Pastel – Art-Marco Tutorial
Discover the Eyecons series by artist Marco, starting with an elephant eye inspired by Leopardsong Game Reserve.
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Coping with Pet Loss: Remembering Your Faithful Companion Through Custom Art
Have you recently lost a beloved pet—a loyal dog, cat, or other faithful companion—who was more like family than just an animal?
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