Class Description
Join me for an emotional and expressive portrait lesson where we bring to life the story etched into the face of a destitute man. This class will challenge and inspire you to dig deep into your observational skills as we focus on creating character, depth, and realism using pastels.
Your Learning Journey Includes:
👁️ How to paint the eyes: Learn to capture a soulful gaze filled with emotion and history.
🌗 How to capture the tonal ranges: Explore the subtle shifts in tone that define the character and form of the face.
🎨 How to choose the right pastel colours: Understand how to select a rich and expressive palette using Art Spectrum pastels (please disregard the brand mentioned in the video).
🧔 How to paint the beard and hair: Discover techniques to achieve texture and realism in facial hair and tousled strands.
This class will deepen your portrait skills and help you convey not only the physical features of your subject but also their emotional presence. Let’s paint a portrait that tells a story.