How To Identify A White Sharpie Marker

White Sharpie marker used for drawing on balloon animals

Did you know there are two types of white Sharpie markers? Can you quickly identify the difference between the two Sharpie Markers? One is an oil base marker, and the other is water-based. The paint drying times are the same time, look identical when the paint tries, and the cost is about the same. As … Read more

To Mark or Not to Mark, That is the Question!

Balloon Animals Featured Blog Post, by Balloon Artist Dale Obrochta

Markers of all types have been in our bags, pouches and aprons for a long time! Sharpies© lead the pack! Everybody carries a black one. Do you carry a red one? What about blue or green? Even an orange or purple one? If you have time during the job to do a lot of art … Read more

Making a Permanent Mark with Balloon Animals

Balloon Animals Featured Blog Post, by Balloon Artist Dale Obrochta

Sharpie markers are the duct tape of the marker industry. The Sharpie permanent black marker is the truest sidekick to the professional balloon entertainer. Its smooth gliding tip flows effortlessly over a latex balloon, allowing the entertainer to quickly illustrate expressions and life like characteristics on a balloon animal. Using a simple black sharpie and … Read more