Comments on: Shading Technique in Pyrography

By: Halloween Skull Wood Burning Design – TRUArt®

Halloween Skull Wood Burning Design – TRUArt® — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 12:51:42 +0000

[…] Once everything has been transferred, start your shading process. I started in the nasal cavity. Be aware of where light will hit and cast shadows. I started working on the darker end and slowly lightened my shading as I moved up. This is not an easy skill to master. For shading tips, please view my shading tutorial here. […]

By: Fall Décor Garland – TRUArt®

Fall Décor Garland – TRUArt® — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 12:43:10 +0000

[…] the patterns completed, I began the shading process (please see previous post for shading instructions). If this technique is too difficult, you can always fill in the empty […]

By: A Gift For Mom - A TRUArt Mother's Day Pyrography Inspiration – TRUArt®

A Gift For Mom - A TRUArt Mother's Day Pyrography Inspiration – TRUArt® — Wed, 29 May 2019 18:12:59 +0000

[…] When burning fine, delicate lines into your wood, be careful not to press too hard. This will create a splotchy, uneven image. Also, don’t start burning with your pen at a high temperature, start low and work your way up so your strokes don’t run outside of your design ( for more how to instructions see Shading Technique in Pyrography). […]

By: Andrea

Andrea — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 04:42:21 +0000

In reply to Bert Swartz.

Hello Bert,
I do use the tip that was shown in the photos. It does take more time to burn using this tip for that particular technique however, it’s just my personal preference. I do recommend using alternate tips to do a darker, more even shade. I have created a guide with several examples of the various tips available along with the best techniques to maximize their usage. Click on the attached link to access this guide. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any other questions. I wish you the best of luck!
https://truart.co/free-manual-download-for-60w-wood-burner/

By: Bert Swartz

Bert Swartz — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 19:27:44 +0000

Hi Andrea. Is the tip shown the one you like for the shading? I just ordered your pen that you are holding. Want to do a basswood guitar and I’m having a hard time shading. I’m a pretty good artist, but this is throwing me. I guess you have to have the patience of Jobe!

By: Back To School Pyrography Tutorial for Kids and Parents – TRUArt®

Back To School Pyrography Tutorial for Kids and Parents – TRUArt® — Fri, 27 Jul 2018 02:33:06 +0000

[…] To make your image pop, I recommend burning the background. You can make the background a solid dark burn or you can do some light shading (for shading tips, check out my tutorial Shading Technique). […]