Whether you are new to pastels or just want to get back to working with pastels again this short course is just what you need.
Linda will take you on a journey covering a range of different subjects across the 5 weeks in a way that will be relaxed and fun.
What to expect:
There will be a different subject to paint each week and Linda will do a demonstration each session.
- WEEK 1 - will be all about the materials and mark making techniques. It will be about the different papers and pastels and the variety of ways in which pastels can be applied to give different effects.
- WEEKS 2 to 5 will be about exploring different subjects and the class will select the subject for the following week. Subjects could include for instance pets, portraits flowers, seascapes, landscapes, still life and atmospheric effects etc. It is a very versatile medium.
Each session will result in a finished or almost finished work.
What to bring:
- Assortment of pastels - dark to light tones. (Linda will have some to share to start with)
- Pastel paper (2 full sheets of art spectrum colourfix will do. Greys or browns)
- Apron
- Backing board
- Charcoal
- Paper towel or wipes to clean hands
- Bulldog clips or masking tape to mount paper on backing board
If you forget anything Linda will help out.
Details
You will learn
- Techniques in using pastels, including mark making, blending, and creating different effects using various papers and materials.
- Core art fundamentals such as composition, simplifying values, and using vibrant colour effectively.
- How to approach and paint a range of subjects (e.g. landscapes, portraits, still life) with confidence.
You will get
- A finished or near-finished pastel artwork in each session across the 5-week course.
- Hands-on guidance and live demonstrations from an experienced instructor in a relaxed, supportive environment.
- Increased confidence and familiarity with pastel materials, helping them continue creating beyond the course.
Appropriate for
Whether you are new to pastels or just want to get back to working with pastels again this short course is for you.
Preparation
What to bring
- Please see class description for full list of materials.
What to wear
Casual comfortable clothing.
Your Teacher
About Linda by Linda
"I've spent many years working with fellow creative people in a high paced Design Studio and now am enjoying slowing down and exploring the wonderful medium of pastel. I encourage my students to relax, have a go, and not be intimidated with the blank paper in front of them.
Composition ideas, simplifying values, using fresh vibrant colour, mark making and gaining more confidence and understarding in use of materials, are some of the things we explore in our paintings each week."
Organized by
Box Hill Art Group
447 reviewsOur offer to you
Painting pictures is enjoyable, satisfying, therapeutic, good for the soul, great for your social life, combats social isolation, and helps the brain fight against depression and dementia.
Let our expert tutors show you how it’s done because expressing yourself through art is about the best way to be happy and fulfilled.
We cover all styles for all levels.
Our history
The Box Hill Art Group Inc. was established in 1952 and since then it has nurtured many thousands of budding artists, as well as stretching the skills of experienced and exhibiting artists.
Moreover, we cater for watercolours, oils, acrylics, pastels, drawing, life drawing and mixed media.
We also offer our member’s access to lessons, paint outs, art demonstrations, competitions, exhibitions and arts awards.
The Box Hill Art Group will open up a whole new colourful world for you to enjoy.
Our membership
Membership is open to anyone between 16 and 116 years of age. Whether you are just starting out in painting or drawing or have been doing it for years you will love being a part of this group, meeting with like minded people to express yourself visually.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A transfer can be requested anytime before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Transfers for classes that cannot be attended need to be made up within the same term.
Non members are entitled to only purchase ONE single $30 tutored class. All additional purchases require the participant to become a member of the Box Hill Art Group. This condition excludes Life Drawing sessions and one day workshops which are open to everyone.
Memberships are not transferable to other people. Class payments are not transferable to other members.
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