Beginner Pastels: Expressive Figures
Wednesday, 9:00 am
June 3 – July 29 | Ages 16+
***No Classes The Week Of June 29th – July 5th***
Class:
This 8-week course is designed to help students develop their basic understanding of how to use the soft pastel medium, while understanding basic addresses to composition and perspective, practicing shading, texture, and by the process of drawing figural forms. Perfect for beginners and intermediate artists, this course offers both instruction and hands-on practice to build confidence and creativity in drawing the figure and using soft pastels.
What You’ll Learn:
Each week, students will explore different technical skill and simple techniques to create a pastel rendering, while understanding the the figure through a serious of detail and gestural drawings. Students will work in a group-learning environment, and will also have the opportunity for one-on-one guidance and feedback on their artwork from the instructor.
What You’ll Leave With:
By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in using soft pastels understanding of the techniques learned throughout the class. Students will have a basic understanding of how to render the figure and will obtain an average of 1 – 3 completed pieces based on the students dedication.
Deadline to register by: May 29th
Instructor: Crystal Oskovich
Supply List
Baker Hunt provides basic materials for the class. But we suggest students to bring their own materials that they are most comfortable using.
Suggested Materials list:
- Pastel-toned paper with colors (pad or individual sheets)
- Pastel boards or sanded pastel paper (your choice of drawing surface)
- Soft Pastels of the students choice
- Kneaded eraser
- Stiff bristle brush
- Soft vine charcoal
