Welcome to Color theory in colored pencil!

Over the course of this lesson, we’re going to be analyzing the fundamentals of color theory, how they can be applied to a work of art, and simple steps to achieving harmonious color combinations. In the end, we’ll synthesize our newfound understanding into a final drawing of a pear.

Topics covered:

History of color theory
Color schemas and harmonies
Color wheel and its applications
Color swatches for colored pencil
How to layer colors effectively
Various ways to blend colored pencil
How to create variety in your pictures with color
The Do’s and don’ts of realistic colored pencil drawing etc.

What you will Learn:

Greater insight into how colors work together, seeing values through color, layering hues effectively with a limited palette and much more!

Recommended materials:

Colored pencils: Faber castell Polychromos/Caran D’ache Luminance pencils
Paper: Strathmore Bristol vellum 300 series
Eraser: Tombow mono zero eraser
Sharpener /Sharpening bloc + X-acto knife
Odorless mineral spirits + Soft-haired brush (optional)

Rubens Sousa Facundes

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