The Pyrography Journal

Welcome to The Phoenix Pyrography Journal blog by Kez Halliday, your go-to place for woodburning tutorials, beginner pyrography tips, realistic shading techniques, and creative inspiration. You'll also find coloured pencil and graphite tutorials here too, since realistic art is realistic art, whatever tool is in your hand.

Each post is a deeper dive, helping you grow your skills, layer by layer, from hesitant beginner to confident artist.

Kez Halliday

Learn how to use the rounded shader for smooth gradients, soft transitions, and realistic textures in pyrography.

Kez Halliday

Learn how to use the pyrography writing nib with confidence. Tips for lettering, outlines, detail work, and avoiding common beginner ...