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    Can I do this with crayons?
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    For shading, crayons should be fine but the result will probably be a lot lighter.
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    Can I do it with charcoal?
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    Yes. In fact, the result will show a lot more clearly.
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    Can you explain the second step?
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    Take your printed image and turn it over. Then, using a graphite pencil (preferably 4b or darker), scribble/shade all over the back as shown.
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    Can I do it on a tablet?
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    Yes, you can. Take a picture or screenshot of the picture you wish to replicate, and use it as a background "layer" in a drawing program.
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    Can I print the image on any paper, or do I need glossy paper?
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    Any paper should work fine, whether glossy or matte. You might want to print on a thicker paper weight (thickness) if the image you wish to copy is very picture or detail-heavy.
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    Does this method work with an image on notebook paper instead of a printed image?
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    Most paper will work, it all depends on how thick it is. The thicker it is, the harder you will have to press.
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