Soft Pastels: Light and Shadow
Location: Scottsdale Location
Room: TBA
Apr 5-May 10, 2012
Meets 6:30 PM-9:30 PM
on Th
Tuition: $270.00
Level: All Levels
Status: This program is completed
Paint ‘disco ball’ effects as light bounces around the glass curves of a honey jar. Decide how much light will fill your picture and see changes in the luminosity of your objects as you regulate the shadow values with layers of veiled color. Play with the light source and ‘time of day’ to produce soft and sharp edges; practice reproducing color that’s in full sunlight or shade; call out the hues within a shadow then enhance them with a blend of cool and warm pastels. Class atmosphere will contain lively discussions and constructive critiques. All skill levels are welcome. www.lizkenyon.com
Instructor -- Liz Kenyon
Liz Kenyon’s early work is in commercial illustration, including 15 years as a book cover artist for Harper Collins in New York City. This experience gives her extra passion when it comes to teaching. Kenyon lived and worked as a professional artist in the Phoenix Valley since 1975. As a pastelist she has had 15 one woman shows, received over 30 awards and has been published in Northlight Books, Pure Color; the Best of Pastel '06, Finding Your Visual Voice '07, Best of America Pastel Artists Vol II book '09, Best of World Pastel Vol I '10 and is a Signature Member of the International Pastel Society.
- Three large sheets of sanded pastel papers by UART,La Carte or Wallis. Choose medium toned shades or white.
- Sets or a mix of Soft pastels by Unison, Great American, Rembrandt, Terry Ludwig, Senellier, or Holbein.
- Bring at least 60 sticks. Full range of hues.
- I sheet of foam core 1/4 inch thick to use as a backing. I like to have one board for each sheet of pastel paper.
- Three sheets of Glassine paper (sold at AZ ART SUPPLY)
- Sketch book, medium tip black Sharpee marker, one medium vine charcoal stick, large size color wheel.
- Here are the suppliers in town but I recommend that you call first to check availability: Arizona Art Supply, Jerry's Artorama, Utrecht Art Supply
- On line suppliers: Dakotapastels.com dickblick.com cheapjoes.com
- If you have any questions you can email me at liztration@cox.net