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Choose Your Shine
Every shadow is a canvas for a hidden light. As the Journey's most jester archetype says; 'Splash a color outside the lines, maybe the story changes right there.'
The Base Layers
Best
for
Smooth
Coverage
Ohuhu Double Tipped Set
A full spectrum of color in one set. These alcohol-based markers provide a seamless, vibrant foundation that lives perfectly beneath your pencil layers.
Use the brush tip for sweeping atmospheric gradients and the fine tip for mapping out those intricate shadows.
These markers are great for covering large areas quickly and laying down the first mood of a page.
Best
for
Gradients
Karin Brushmarker PRO
For those who prefer a more fluid, painterly approach. These liquid-ink brush pens create stunning, vibrant gradients that mimic the flow of a dream.
Water-based and highly blendable, ideal for the ethereal, watercolor-like backgrounds in Journey's world.
If you enjoy smooth transitions and color gradients, these markers are a beautiful tool to explore.
Best
for
Shadows
Copic Sketch (Neutral Grays)
The gold standard for adding cinematic depth. Use these to map out your shadows before the first pencil stroke for a truly 3D atmospheric effect.
Grey markers are the secret to building form; they create the bones of the drawing before the colors bring it to life.
The Ethereal Glow
Best
for
Highlights
Sakura Gelly Roll (Stardust/Metallic)
Every shadow in Journey holds a hidden light. These pens add a shimmering, cosmic texture to the stars and magical elements of your story.
Stardust Clear is my favorite for adding a subtle, diamond-like twinkle without overpowering the underlying colors.
Perfect for stars, sparkles, and magical highlights.
Best for Bright Accents
Posca Acrylic Marker
(Extra Fine White)
To reclaim the brightest whites on top of any medium. Use this for the sharpest highlights in the eyes and the crystalline structures of the world.
Unlike white pencils, Posca provides 100% opacity, cutting through layers of wax or ink with ease
When a highlight needs to really stand out, acrylic markers like this can create strong, clean accents.
Best for Metallic Effects
Pentel Dual Hybrid Gel
Where magic meets metal. These unique pens change color depending on the light and the paper shade, adding an otherworldly shimmer to your art.
Perfect for the ornate artifacts and mystical jewelry found throughout the Journey project.
The Fluid & Fine Detailers
Best
for
Ink Effects
Derwent Inktense
(Pencils or Blocks)
The bridge between drawing and painting. These ink-based pencils create intense, jewel-like colors that become permanent once dry—perfect for Journey's deep oceanic and forest scenes.
Layer these underneath your colored pencils for a rich, vibrant base that won't smudge when you work on top.
Ink-based pencils behave very differently from traditional colored pencils and can produce incredibly rich color when activated.
Best
for Brush Control
Kuretake Zig Clean
Color Real Brush
True brush tips for those who want the ultimate control of watercolor in a pen format. These allow for incredibly delicate gradients and soft atmospheric washes.
The water-based dye ink blends effortlessly with a touch of water, bringing a dreamy, ethereal quality to your art.
A flexible brush tip gives you beautiful control for expressive lines and flowing strokes.
Best
for Flexible Lines
Tombow Dual Brush Pens
A dual-ended wonder featuring a flexible brush tip and a fine tip. These are essential for covering larger areas with soft, water-based color before adding your pencil details.
Use the colorless blender pen from this set to soften the edges of your markers for a cloud-like effect.
Dual brush pens are a favorite among illustrators and lettering artists thanks to their versatility.
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