Value Plus Portrait Drawing | Lyn Diefenbach

Stunning portraits can be created by using a very limited palette of 3 or 4 values.

Value deals with the lightness or darkness of a colour. Since we see objects and understand objects because of how dark or light they are, value is incredibly important - it is the key to the illusion of light and form.

What will I learn?

How to create form by using value relationships, a perfect prep for full colour.

Who is this course suitable for?

This workshop is suitable for anyone who wants to understand the importance of value and its role in all art mediums. This will be a practical, hands-on workshop, led by Australia's foremost Master Pastellist who is also an exceptional oil painter.

What do I need to bring?

Materials List Paper/Card: I piece of 10 x 12 inch (25x30cms) Canson Mi Tientes pastel paper - either Pearl 343 or Sand 336

Have at least 4 other pieces beneath the one you work on to provide a bit of padding.

Pastels: Pastel Pencils - here are two combinations, either of which are fine. Choose one or come up with your own!

CarbOthello numbers 635, 655 Bruynzeel Sakura 8840 number 43 and White Charcoal Generals 558 OR CarbOthello numbers 640, 641, 612, 681, 704 and White Charcoal Generals 558

(If you can’t find these specific pastel pencils, simply look online for a similar colour palette)

Kneadable eraser Masking tape Glassine to cover your completed work **Please bring your own reference photo

Included in your workshop is a FREE video introducing you to the fundamentals of technical know-how valued at_ $30._

Once you have booked in, please log in to your student portal to see the free video from Lyn that you must watch before coming to the workshop. THIS IS ESSENTIAL VIEWING!.

What is provided?

• Table or standing Easels and backing boards
• Tea and coffee (please bring your own cup)
• A friendly, supportive and encouraging learning environment
• Connection with the Bienarté art community