Pastels for beginners! Learn the different kinds of pastels, blending tools, how to create layers, suitable surfaces, and create simple landscape art!

The class is divided into two parts:

PART 1: The basics of pastels

Lesson 1: We will learn what pastels are made of and the difference between artist and student grade pastels. We will also consider how to safely use pastels.
Lesson 2: We will learn the different types of pastels - soft pastels, PanPastels, hard pastels, pastel pencils & oil pastels.
Lesson 3: Learn what surfaces are best for drawing with pastels, and why you should work on toned paper.
Lesson 4: Learn what tools work great to blend soft pastels; such as, blending stumps & Sofft pastel sponge applicators.
Lesson 5: Practice blending techniques - specifically, different ways to lighten and darken areas in your drawings to create depth and dimension.

PART 2: Practice Paintings

Choose between a beautiful cloudy sunset, and/or a snowy winter landscape.
Follow along and put your new knowledge to practice!
The quick and simple soft pastel paintings are guided and explained in depth, every step of the drawing process.

Why you should take this class:

This comprehensive class will teach you all you need to know about pastels.
The class is divided into simplified short lessons so you can best absorb the material.
The class is taught in a very entertaining way, so you will enjoy the process.

Suitable for Beginner Levels

Materials:

Paper for Drawing with Pastels
Soft Pastels

HAPPY DRAWING! Can’t wait to see what you create!

Mariana Bando

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