Pastel Portrait Workshop: 9th/Aug, 16th/Aug, 23th/Aug 11am-5pm Sunday
Introduction
Course overview and objectives
Introduction to pastel materials and working methods
Exercises
Shadow shape studies using a limited colour palette (3–5 exercises, approx. 1–2 hours)
Focus
The aim of these exercises is to develop an understanding of abstraction by simplifying the subject into large value shapes while becoming familiar with the handling and expressive qualities of pastel.
Topics
Understanding the structure of the head and facial features
Massing in the background and portrait using large abstract shapes
Focus
Building on the previous day's exercises, students will learn to establish the portrait through clear value masses before introducing form and structure.
Topics
Composition and visual design
Using abstract shapes and line work as expressive elements
Exploring different approaches to describing form
Focus
Students will experiment with balancing structure and expression, using shape, edge, and line to create portraits with greater artistic impact rather than simply recording likeness.
Pastel Portrait Workshop: 9th/Aug, 16th/Aug, 23th/Aug 11am-5pm Sunday
Introduction
Course overview and objectives
Introduction to pastel materials and working methods
Exercises
Shadow shape studies using a limited colour palette (3–5 exercises, approx. 1–2 hours)
Focus
The aim of these exercises is to develop an understanding of abstraction by simplifying the subject into large value shapes while becoming familiar with the handling and expressive qualities of pastel.
Topics
Understanding the structure of the head and facial features
Massing in the background and portrait using large abstract shapes
Focus
Building on the previous day's exercises, students will learn to establish the portrait through clear value masses before introducing form and structure.
Topics
Composition and visual design
Using abstract shapes and line work as expressive elements
Exploring different approaches to describing form
Focus
Students will experiment with balancing structure and expression, using shape, edge, and line to create portraits with greater artistic impact rather than simply recording likeness.
