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Copic Markers: What's the Purpose of a Broad Chisel Nib?

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Copic Markers: What's the Purpose of a Broad Chisel Nib?

What is the point of a Copic Broad Chisel Nib?

The chisel nib is the most misunderstood and under-appreciated of all the marker nibs. And yet illustrators and professional artists all use them? Why?

Let’s look at what hobby colorers are missing when it comes to broad nibs…

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Copic Markers: Should beginners start with Ciao or Sketch markers?

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Copic Markers: Should beginners start with Ciao or Sketch markers?

I teach Copic Marker classes and work with a lot of beginners. A common question I hear from brand new students is:

“I’m new to Copic Markers. Is it okay to start with Ciao style markers or should I purchase the Copic Sketch?”

Many people say Ciao and Sketch markers are interchangeable. But as an art instructor, I disagree.

Let’s look at why.

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Copic Markers: How Many Colors Does Copic Make? (Beware!)

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Copic Markers: How Many Colors Does Copic Make? (Beware!)

“Why is it impossible to find some Copic Marker colors?” a student asked recently. She’s been waiting for years on some colors. Years? That’s weird. Shelves are pretty flush right now; what can’t she find?

Then it hit me— her Copic chart doesn’t match her favorite marker style.

She’s looking for Copics which do not exist.

So let’s clear this up, before you get confused too…