An Online Pastel Workshop
Learn How To:
⦿ Choose a starter set of pastels
⦿ Set up a space to use pastels
⦿ See values in color
⦿ Select colors & understand color theory
⦿ Pick a subject
⦿ Use photographs to your advantage
⦿ Create a painting step-by step from start to finish
What YOu'll
Learn
- Learn how to choose a starter set of pastels
- How to set up a space to use pastels
- How to get going in pastels
- Learn how to see values
- How to choose color
- Learn color theory basics
- Learn how to choose a subject
- How to use photographs to your advantage
- How to set up a still life
- How to create a painting step-by step from start to finish
- And much more!
What's Included
Chapter 1 - Introduction
I’m hoping to simplify the process for you by presenting the fundamental principles behind good painting.
Chapter 2 - Equipment + Supplies
Getting prepared to paint in pastels doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Take it one step at a time.
Chapter 3 - Warming Up
Before we start with our first piece that is a simple but powerful warm up, we are going to spend a bit of time getting to know these sticks.
Chapter 4 - How to Simplify
We need to simplify! See it simply and paint it simply. Easier said than done.
Chapter 5 - Value Does the Work
The success of any painting depends on value more than any other aspect.
Chapter 6 - Color
As painters we need some kind of reliable way to talk about and work with color.
Chapter 7 - What to Paint?
To paint a thing, I have to see it with innocent eyes; eyes like a baby.
Chapter 8 - How to Use Photographs
I use photo reference all the time, so of course I believe that it’s possible to use photos effectively to make good paintings.
Chapter 9 - Self Critique
I’m hoping to simplify the process for you by presenting the fundamental principles behind good painting.
All About
Pastels for the Serious Beginner
The fact that you’re watching this means that you are serious about becoming a good pastelist. After years of working as a professional artist and art instructor, I’ve tried to put into words and video the most important things I’ve learned about the wonderful world of pastel painting. I’m hoping to simplify the process for you by presenting the fundamental principles behind good painting, and detailing the technical information to help you create expressive and dynamic pastel paintings of any subject.
Some of what I’ll be presenting to you in this workshop are basic principles, which are important even for the very experienced painter to revisit over and over, and there are some more advanced concepts which will take time and mileage behind the easel to incorporate into your work. Be kind and patient with yourself. We start with the basics of value, color, and mark-making. Then we move towards translating a scene into a strong pictorial arrangement, a composition. We’ll discuss a little color theory, how best to use photo reference, and how to set up a still life.
I’ve organized all of these videos in a systematic way, so you can achieve the maximum benefit in your study of pastels. This is where the magic happens, a strong understanding of value, color, and composition that will provide you with the necessary tools to create art with a timeless aesthetic and appeal. This online workshop covers everything you need to know to get started: what pastels to buy, what surfaces to use, and how to set up your space. It includes a powerful warm-up exercise and step-by-step projects.
I hope you’ll join me for this study of the exciting and dynamic medium of pastel.
Testimonials
What People Say
Marla has hundreds of satisfied students
As featured in many art books and journals
Meet Your Teacher
Who is Marla Baggetta?
Marla is an incredibly talented fine artist who works with galleries throughout the US. Every year she travels the globe teaching workshops, speaking at art events to inspire other painters.
Recently she launched a new website to the public with the purpose of helping thousands of struggling artists to succeed.
FAQ
Any Questions?
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The workshop assignments are online accessible 24×7 – you can take the lessons any time you want. You are not required to complete the course in a specified amount of time. You get access to all the assignments in the workshop at once in a secure member’s area on PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com
When you register for the workshop, you’ll get a Student Account which gives you access to the My Courses area on the PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com website. Your Student Account will allow you take lessons and complete assignments any time you want.
You get lifetime access to the workshop and lessons you pay for so you can finish your painting any time. It’s fun to keep up with your fellow artists and see how they are doing too but you can stop and come back to it any time, 24×7. Assignment reminders are sent via email but you can complete them at your own pace – no problem at all!