Summer is here, and so is our creative spirit! In this class, we’ll set sail to paint a stunning landscape on sanded pastel paper. We’ll discover how journaling can deepen our connection with nature. We’ll explore the art of translucent wet underpainting, learn to build rich layers, and find expressive mark-making techniques using a limited pastel palette. This class is open to everyone, from beginners to experienced artists, as we all aim to create and enjoy the endless possibilities of this versatile medium.
All levels welcome, age 18+.
Supplies:
To be purchased by student prior to class:
- Sketchbook + Pencil, Pen or Grayscale Markers
- Hard + Soft Pastels: A mix of hard and soft pastels which include light to dark values of the 12 main colors found on the color wheel is suitable. (To achieve the best results, professional artist grade pastels are encouraged for their archival quality, lightfastness and high pigmentation.)
Instructor provided supplies:
UArt Sanded Pastel Paper, 9x12
Various liquid mediums (for underpainting techniques)
OAC supplies for student use:
Brushes, paper towels
Easels
Artists Pocket Color Wheel
Grayscale & Value Finder
Newsprint
Charcoal