09/04 Introduction to Colored Pencil

Unlock your creativity and dive into the vibrant world of colored pencils in this engaging 6-week class! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to teach you essential techniques, inspire your artistic voice, and build your confidence with this versatile medium.

Description

Unlock your creativity and dive into the vibrant world of colored pencils in this engaging 6-week class! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to teach you essential techniques, inspire your artistic voice, and build your confidence with this versatile medium.

What to Expect:

Week 1: Foundations – Learn about tools, materials, and basic techniques, including blending, shading, and layering.
Week 2: Color Theory – Explore the power of color mixing, complementary colors, and creating harmonious palettes.
Week 3: Textures and Effects – Discover how to create realistic textures like wood, metal, and fabric with colored pencils.
Week 4: Still Life Study – Practice rendering light, shadow, and dimension through a guided still-life drawing.
Week 5: Landscapes and Nature – Experiment with capturing natural elements like trees, flowers, and skies.
Week 6: Personal Project – Apply your skills to a final piece, with individual guidance and feedback from the instructor.

Who Should Join?

This class is perfect for aspiring artists and hobbyists of all skill levels who want to explore the endless possibilities of colored pencils. No prior experience is necessary!

Takeaways:

By the end of the course, you'll have a solid foundation in colored pencil techniques and the confidence to continue your artistic journey.

Join us for six weeks of creativity, inspiration, and fun!

***Please Note that there is no class September 18th***

About the Instructor

Denise Howard grew up on a Missouri farm immersed in nature, where she developed a passion for art. She earned degrees in Art and Math/Computer Science from Truman State University and an MS in Computer Science from Ohio State University, specializing in computer graphics. Her career in Silicon Valley included developing iPhoto at Apple and contributing to Antz and the Academy Award-winning Shrek at PDI/DreamWorks.

After 25 years in software engineering, Denise returned to art, gaining national and international acclaim for her realist colored pencil and graphite work. She is the author of 101 Textures in Colored Pencil and co-author of The Complete Book of Textures for Artists. A Ten-Year Merit Signature Member and president of the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA), she also holds Silver Signature Membership with the UK Colored Pencil Society (UKCPS). Denise lives in Santa Clara, California, with her husband, two cats, and a garden full of native plants and hummingbirds.

Supply List

- Xacto or Slice knife with pointed tip

All other materials will be provided

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