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    Should I draw while it's wet or dry?
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    You should draw when the chalk is damp. That way if you are drawing outside, the chalk won't blow away in the wind and colors will turn out brighter.
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    Can I paint a piece of cardboard with blackboard paint, and do my drawing on there?
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    Totally! That's a great idea! Make sure that you use several coats of chalkboard paint, and that you let it cure properly. If you use it too soon to draw in, the water might seep in and destroy the entire thing.
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    Do I use pastels or chalk that is used to write on a blackboard?
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    Use actual chalk because a pastel also has a bit of oil mixed in with the powder.
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    What shades of green should I use to draw bamboo leaves on a wall?
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    I would recommend using a mix of light and dark greens to add depth to your leaves! I would start with a light green base and then do some highlights in dark green.
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    How can I seal my drawing on my outdoor wall?
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    Use a spray-on fixative for pencil, pastel, and chalk. (Krylon has a fixative spray.) If it's on wood, you can use a clear varnish after the fixative dries.
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    Won't the wet chalk ruin the paper?
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    If using printer paper, yes. But there are many different types of paper meant for holding water. Try using multimedia paper.
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