Tracedown A3 Graphite - Pack Of 5 Sheets

I work a lot with A1 sized paintings and I find this product ideal for the tracing reproduction of my subject matter. It affords a quick and convenient method of completing the initial sketch stage of my work plan once I have decided on how I intend to approach and complete my target image.I have tried all of the reproduction methods over the years such as grid method, and various versions of the coordinate method (e.g. cross wire offsets etc.), Darrel Tank projection method etc which are all designed to copy the subject of any amateur artist to ensure a true scaled and realistic result.My contention is that the true art for the amateur is in the execution of the painting and the means of achieving the early copy stages is academic, so why make it more difficult than it needs to be.The "Tracedown" for me has been the ideal solution and I would recommend it to anyone as a fast and efficient way to complete the initial sketch stage with complete accuracy.

This is so easy to use, especially if you use scribing pens which I bought separately. It leaves a clear definition on the paper or As in my case the canvas I was using. The best part is that it doesn’t leave a residue on the canvas as it doesn’t contain anything waxy. You can erase some of your work if you want to and painting over it is easy. I’ve bought both the A4 and A3 sizes and I’m very pleased with both and I’d highly recommend them.

I use this all the time. I prefer to paint than to draw and this means I get an exact likeness every time …without wasting time n the drawing stage . There’s no problem in then changing the pencil drawing as it really is carbon and rubs out so if you want to be artistic you can change it. I have tried other brands but these are the best so far.

Use trace down white normally. Find it a good quality that doesn't smudge, and can use it many times. Bought this too use on white paper but not used it yet. Got a bargain.

The image you are wanting to transfer needs to be on VERY thin paper, such as magazine page - certainly does not transfer from any artist-type paper such as cartridge paper. Of very limited use in my opinion - not expensive but what is the use of something with such limited use?