Discover the vibrant world of pastel portraits, where emotion and creativity come alive. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just beginning your journey, working with pastels offers a unique way to capture the depth and soul of your subject.
Why Choose Pastels for Portraits?
- Rich, Vibrant Colors: Pastels offer unparalleled intensity, allowing you to create lifelike skin tones, dramatic lighting, and dynamic expressions.
- Textural Depth: Their versatility lets you layer, blend, and build texture, adding dimension and character to your artwork.
- Immediate Results: With no drying time, you can focus entirely on the creative process, making adjustments and enhancements as inspiration strikes.
Perfect for Artists of All Levels- no experience required
From quick sketches to intricate masterpieces, pastels adapt to your style and skill level. Experiment with techniques like blending, hatching, or layering to develop your unique artistic voice.
When: Monday 19 May 6:30-8:30pm
Tickets: £22 (all materials provided, but feel free to bring your own should you prefer!)
Tutor: Jack Metcalf
Jack has a strong connection to landscapes and the environment and throughout his life has sought out different ways to engage with them. He has studied environmental sciences and travelled widely throughout the world which has fostered his love for nature and landscapes. Like a lot of people during the pandemic he started to take his creative practice more seriously and took up landscape painting with oils and acrylics. He has developed his skills through a sustained period of study at The Classical Art Academy in Southbourne and short courses at AUB and elsewhere. Jack also started and runs a lifedrawing group in Bournemouth and regularly runs art classes in the Bournemouth and Dorset area. Jack is passionate about making Fine Art skills more accessible and particularly enjoys sharing his knowledge about oil and landscape painting.
