Learning Pathways - Drawing and Painting with Pastel
"Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor
Marcel has designed learning pathways to give students structure as they develop from novice to advanced artist.
If you have limited or no experience with Pastel, then we recommend you start with Tricia Taylor who will help you learn the basics of Pastel painting in a friendly and supportive environment.
Once you have built your confidence with Pastel, it's time to develop and broaden your skills with a weekend workshop run by a guest artist, covering a range of subjects.
Learn the easy steps to making a truly beautiful Portrait in Pastels from internationally acclaimed figurative pastel artist, David Wells who will guide you through the process of creating a portrait with detail, dimension, softness, expression and likeness. What will I learn? This workshop focuses on rendering realistic portraits from two angles, in clearly explained, achievable steps. Students will employ blending, layering and scumbling techniques to create individual artworks...
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$480Limited
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Portrait in Pastels for Beginners | David Wells
<p>Learn the easy steps to making a truly beautiful Portrait in Pastels from internationally acclaimed figurative pastel artist, David Wells who will guide you through the process of creating a
BYO materials or purchase your very pastel set for $120 with everything you need. This includes David Wells signature pastel set of 10 colours valued at $80
Join Master Pastellist, Penelope Gilbert-Ng as she shares with you her secrets for pastel painting, developed over more than 40 years as an artist. In this weekend workshop, Penelope will teach you how to simplify the complexities of a landscape, using tone and colour for balance and design, and guide you in the process of creating a series of pastel landscapes. What will I learn? Through a combination of demonstrations, exercises and individual guidance, you will learn how to: •...
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About this workshop The joy of the coast that we live near! How to let yourself go and find expression in painting the ocean. Seascapes are mesmerising. How the water moves or the wave crashes. Pastel is one of the best mediums for creating layers of sand, water and foam. What will I learn? Day 1 How waves rise and turn Get an understanding of how tone and application make a difference How to get a variety of mood in your seascape by using different coloured pastel paper Day 2...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by a great artist sharing their knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly, supportive...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration with Master Pastellist Tricia Taylor. You will meet and be entertained by this great artist who will share their knowledge and talent with you. Tricia will demonstrate: mixing colour with pastel understanding the colour wheel limiting your palette to create mood how to control green in a landscape Tricia will be demonstrating in pastel, but the techniques will be useful to all...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live pastel seascape demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by Lyn sharing her knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly,...
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All students will receive Lyn's Portrait Drawing video 2 weeks before the class commences. This will be available for students to access for two weeks. Have you ever wondered how to create a good likeness in your portrait painting? You will have the opportunity to learn all the secrets from Master Artist Lyn Diefenbach and you have the opportunity to bring your own subject to paint. Included in the package is a free video by Lyn valued at $30 Learn to create portraits that are full...
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Have you ever wanted to paint the sea in all its glory? What will I learn? This is an opportunity to create seascapes that have impact and life. All aspects from the translucent wave, to rolling foam, to crashing impact will be covered in this workshop. Who is this course suitable for? This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, however basic knowledge and skills in pastels and colour is required What do I need to bring? Paper: 3 pieces 30 x 45cm (12” x 18”), or larger if you...
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Do you find it hard to devote time to your painting practice? Do you get stuck with a painting and don’t know where to take it next? Do you have technical questions about your painting? Are you looking for a group of likeminded artists to paint with? The Studio Painting Practice casual courses provide: uninterrupted time to focus on your own work in a studio setting an expert tutor to help you extend your skills a small group of passionate likeminded artists What will I learn?...
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Over the course of the weekend, we will cover theory of facial features and basic design concepts with portraits and explore the portrayal of the human head. This workshop is for those who are seeking a more accurate likeness in their portraiture, no matter what medium. Tricia will cover the geometric shapes that determine the placement of facial features and how individuals differ from the classical measurements. Using charcoal is a quick way to explore these measurements and...
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