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Introduction to Colored Pencils: Basic Techniques for Getting Started

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Overview

Hi, I’m Jessica Sanders, a watercolor and mixed-media artist who loves exploring art and sharing it with you!

Introduction to Colored Pencils: Basic Techniques for Getting Started

Are you struggling with colored pencils? Well, I’m here to help you get started! 

In this beginner class, we will explore colored pencils. I will help you understand more about colored pencils - from what kinds of paper to use them on, to how to layer and blend!  I will cover all of the basics of colored pencil techniques, step-by-step. I will also share my top 7 keys to successful colored pencil drawing and coloring.

As always, we will keep a fun and exploratory atmosphere, and learn a lot as we go. :-D

Syllabus

  • Welcome
  • Supplies
  • Characteristics of Colored Pencils
  • Techniques
  • Layering Part 1
  • Layering Part 2
  • Keys to Success
  • Project Part 1
  • Project Part 2
  • Project Part 3
  • Project Part 4
  • Project Final Touches
  • Project and Thank You
  • 14 Magic Pencils

Taught by

Jessica Sanders

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