Twilight’s Embrace

WHAT IS STUDIOWORKS CREATIVE ACADEMY?

Are you ready to immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of pastel landscapes?

I’m are thrilled to present "Twilight's Embrace," a pastel landscape class designed for artists of all skill levels.

In this lesson, my focus is not just on teaching you the techniques of pastel art but on encouraging you to embrace your creativity. You don't need to have the exact same pastels as me; instead, I encourage you to use what you already own or to select a set that aligns with your budget. It's about making the most of the materials you have and focusing on the essential aspects of this kind of art: value and color temperature.

Throughout "Twilight's Embrace," you'll learn how to blend and layer colors effectively, creating an evocative landscape that captures the essence of twilight. Whether you're closely following my instructions or adding your unique twist, the goal is to enjoy the process and let your creativity flow.

This class is perfect for those who wish to explore the beauty of landscapes through pastels, regardless of your prior experience. So grab your pastels, and let's embark on this artistic journey together. Prepare to have fun and create something truly beautiful!

Fundamentals of Pastel Techniques:

Learn the basics of using pastels, including underpainting, blending, layering, and creating textures, essential for landscape art.

Understanding Color Values and Temperatures:

Gain insights into choosing and applying a range of values and color temperatures to add depth and realism to your landscapes.

Palette Selection and Management:

Discover how to select and manage a pastel palette that works for your style and budget, focusing on versatility over quantity.

Capturing the Essence of Twilight:

Master the art of replicating the serene and unique hues of twilight, translating the magic of this time of day onto your paper.

Creative Improvisation with Colors:

Learn to improvise effectively with colors, adapting your palette to resources you have available while maintaining the integrity of the scene.

Developing a Personal Artistic Style:

Encouragement and guidance to develop and refine your personal artistic style, making each landscape uniquely yours.

Assorted pastel brands used:

• NuPastel (for blocking in darks for underpainting)

• Rembrandt

• Unison

• Sennelier

• Terry Ludwig

• Diane Townsend

• Half sheet 9” x 12” UArt Paper 500 grade

• Isoproply Alcohol 70% (Rubbing Alcohol 70% - 90% works best)‍

• Fan Brush

• Mechanical pencil or any pencil

• Bamboo Skewer

• Derwent Pastel Pencil in Burnt Carmine

Pastel Sets I recommend (as your budget allows)

• Hard Pastels

• NuPastels Set of 36 OR

• Rembrandt Soft Pastels Basic 30 Half Stick Set

• Medium to Soft Pastel Sets

• Sennelier Soft Pastels Half Stick Set 80

• Unison Half Set 30 Set 

• Terry Ludwig 30 Basic Landscape

• Townsend Soft Form 12 Dark

Pastel Pencils

• Derwent 24 Assorted Pencils

• Carb-Othello Pastel Pencil 36 Color Set