Realistic Pastel Drawing for Beginners

Recreating a Realistic Image from a Photograph

Created by: Diane Flick
Artist and Art Teacher

What Will I Learn?

• You will come away from this class with your own beautiful interpretation of this image rendered in chalk pastel
• You will also acquire the skills it takes to render this image including how to draw a simple, realistic object
• How to mix colors in pastel
• How to control the medium (i.e. create sharp edges or blended ones)
• how to replicate fabric texture and the shiny surface of a classical still life object, a piece of fruit
• How to create believable shadows and highlights on those surfaces

Requirements

• This class requires an open mind and an enthusiasm for learning to draw
• This class is for beginners, no experience is necessary

Target audience

• The complete beginner or the pastel dabbler who wants to acquire skills in realistic drawing techniques