Discover a new approach to capturing portraits in pastel. Ideal for anyone interested in portraiture or figure drawing! By the end of this class, you will have a basic understanding of how to make a realistic portrait working from a live model and identify the advantages and shortcomings of working from a reference photograph. You will discover the secret to the subtle differences in skin color and its undertone.
Learn how to work on toned paper, control your values, and enhance your edges with specific pastel techniques. Through demonstration, lecture, group feedback, and plenty of one-on-one attention, this class will expose participants to new artistic possibilities in portraiture.
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| Lucca. 8x10. Pastel toned paper by Christy Olsen. |
Meets: (4) Saturday Afternoons 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3-hour duration)
Dates: Mar. 17, 24, 31, and April 7, 2018
Location: Upcycle Tucson, Inc. (924 W Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705).
Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Demonstration, lecture, hands-on studio practice with one-on-one instruction or individual feedback.
Level: No experience necessary. Absolute beginner, beginner to intermediate, all levels are welcome!
Medium: Pastel Pencils
Technique: Portrait Drawing
Materials: The instructor will email the materials list before the first day of class.
