Beginning Colored Pencils class at Art Barn

Event Information

Mondays, 6:00-8:00pm
Aug 26-Sept 23, 2024
5-wk session
Ages: 18+

Artist Christine Hubbell will introduce students to painting with colored pencils. Color theory, techniques for layering and blending, and composition will be covered in this 5-week class. Working with fruits and flowers, students will explore ways to produce vibrant color, rich neutrals, and a variety of textures. Beginning drawing skills are helpful but not required. Fine art paper will be supplied. Students should plan to bring:

• Minimum set of 12 artist grade colored pencils (such as Faber-Castell Polychromos, Prismacolor Premier, or Caran d'Ache Luminance)
• Additional individual colors (instructor will provide a list during class)
• Drawing pad or sketchbook
• Pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Pencil sharpener (recommended: Rapesco 64 desk top pencil sharpener, available on Amazon)