Discover the versatility of pencil and pastels as you learn how to create depth, texture, tone and colour in your artwork. Through a series of guided exercises and projects, you'll explore techniques such as shading, blending, layering and colour mixing to create expressive drawings and studies.
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Overview of course
Discover the versatility of pencil and pastels as you learn how to create depth, texture, tone and colour in your artwork. Through a series of guided exercises and projects, you'll explore techniques such as shading, blending, layering and colour mixing to create expressive drawings and studies.
To learn more about this course and book your place, click the following link to Eventbrite.
What will I learn?
Whether you're completely new to drawing or looking to develop existing skills, this friendly and supportive course will help you build confidence, improve observation skills and develop your own artistic style. Working from a variety of subjects, you'll learn how to capture light, form and detail while experimenting with the unique qualities of both pencil and pastel.
Who is the course for?
Will I have to provide anything?
Pencil Drawing;
- Set of pencils ranged HB to 6B
- A good kneadable Eraser (Faber Castell)
- Drawing Sketch Book (Canson or other 230gsm smooth)
- 12" Rule
Pastel:
- Desk Easel - A good value option is on sale at THE WORKS for £12-00 ( I do have a couple of spares if anyone is unable to equip themselves with one)
- Starter set of soft pastels (to include a brilliant white) These can be REMBRANT, WINSOR & NEWTON, UNISON or other, but get the best you can afford as they are a good investment and last a long time if used according to demonstration.
- Good pad of Pastel Paper - usually mixed colours. Try to get heavier weighted paper if possible
- Pack of Stumps large to small (rolled paper blenders).
The tutor will have a selection of materials in class in case you want to speak to him before buying the items
I'm interested. What should I do now?
For full course details and enrolment information, follow the link in the Overview section to the Eventbrite page.
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Days & times
Starting 23/09/2026
Wednesday 19:00 - 21:00
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