Colorist Melissa Schmidt Interview



Name:  Melissa Schmidt

How long have you been a colorist?
 quite a while, but started up again recently

What is/are some of your favorite medium(s)
  • ·      Staetdler Ultra Fine Markers
  • ·      Sharpie Ultra Fine Markers
  • ·      Colored Pencils
  • ·      Gel Pens


Who are some of your favorite illustrators and or coloring books?
  • ·      Johanna Basford
  • ·      Kerby Rosanes
  • ·      Thaneeya McArdle
  • ·      Steve "Squidoodle" Turner


Why did you start coloring and does coloring help you with any issues or medical conditions you deal with? 
            I used to color when I was younger with my mom and sister. We no longer speak at all, and this brings back good memories of a better time in our lives. In addition, it relaxes me to come home from work and spend an evening coloring when I can.

What would you recommend to anyone thinking about beginning the adventure of coloring?

            Find a picture/coloring book that speaks to you in some way, pick up a pen/pencil/marker/crayon or whatever else you want to use, then simply let go and color. You don't have to prove anything to anybody. You just need to make yourself feel good and love what you are doing.

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