These illustrations combine 3 different mediums: watercolor, colored pencils and acrylic paints

In my opinion, combining different media in one drawing makes it more eye-catching and rich in detail
Also, by using different materials you can quickly accentuate and outline the shape
And lastly, they are easier to render some textures. For example, fur, silk, etc.

Brand. I am a keen fan of Faber-Castell Polychromos pencils. I have tried different product lines, but these are the best. They are quite colourful, they have perfect softness, but they almost never break or chip

Colors. Here's my all-purpose color set

1. A couple of brown shades. I use them most often on my skin and hair
2. Pink. It's great for lips and blush.
3. Burgundy. It's also good for lips and skin.
4. White. Gives a soft glow.
5. Blue
6. Dark blue
7. Olive green
8. Neutral dark grey

Such a kit covers all my needs and gives me flexibility

What for? They are very handy for applying highlights or white details. I've got a few of them

1. Posca marker with a fine tip

I use it for small details. For example, a zip on a jacket, a pearl necklace, earrings

As it is very opaque, it overlaps the previous layers well. Thus it can be used to correct mistakes and mask watercolors. Like below, for example. At first I painted the phone black, but the face area became too gloomy. So I decided to repaint it white. Et voila

2. Chinese Guangna marker with brush tip
I bought this marker for $3 on Aliexpress to try it out and I liked it

It applies very delicate highlights and creates a glowy effect

For what? It is also handy for drawing thin lines and tracing details. Clear outlines always gives the drawing a complete look

Pens. Before, I used to always go with Pigma Micron waterproof pens. My most versatile size is 0.35. Not too thin, not too thick. Water resistance can be important as we work with watercolors. If the drawing is still wet - the pen can bleed out

Liners. I also recently bought a set of waterproof calligraphy liners and now I use them too. It's a Chinese brand GNIX set for $3. It has 4 different sizes

I often use the thinnest liner in the set. You can use it to add accents. It is also easy to draw an eyelash with a single hand movement by simply varying the pressure

🖌 Your assignment is to get prepared with these tools