Exploratory Pastels Workshop with Leslie Hudson-Tolles

Treat yourself to a week out of time and the chance to explore, discover, or deepen your journey with the media of pastels. This will be a positive and supportive workshop with class demonstrations and plenty of individual time for each of you to find or continue on your own creative path. Artists of all levels are welcome. “Throughout my years of teaching I have always sought to have my students do what they enjoy. It is my job to supply you with tools and techniques and ideas. Registration Deadline January 15th
We will cover:

• Composition
• Finding, losing, and defining planes
• Grounds, papers, and boards
• Various pastel brands
• Alcohol, acrylic, acrylic ink and watercolor washes
• Mark making
• Removing pastel
• Problem solving with color