A8: Pastel Drawing

When drawing, we are trying to create the illusion of reality. If successful, the drawing on a two dimensional surface (paper) will appear three dimensional…..in addition to height and width, depth will be perceived. When illuminated properly, form divides into two major masses of value…light and dark. Participants will be shown how a pastel pencil and toned paper can be used to depict accurate values and shadow shapes, lights and darks to depict focal points and depth.  Once you've learned some simple pastel drawing techniques, you're bound to fall in love with this fantastic drawing medium. Participants will be provided with a pastel pencil and sketch paper

Purpose: Learn how to record the flow of light with Pastels

Facilitator: Dean Oestreich