Upstairs Art Gallery and Studios

This workshop will provide the basic steps in pastel portraiture, as well as the very successful and experienced approach adopted by Rodney Swansborough.

It requires no previous knowledge of pastels or portraiture and is suitable for the beginner.

As well, the workshop will prove invaluable as a "refresher" for more experienced artists, as the unique approach and insights offered by Rodney will benefit any pastel portrait artist.

See an example of portrait development HERE

WORKSHOPS: "ArtStart Pastel Portraits"
ARTIST: Rodney Swansborough
DATE: Sunday 29th March 2009
VENUE: Upstairs Art Studios and Galleries
71 Mayne Street (New England Highway)
Murrurundi, Upper Hunter, New South Wales

TIME: 10.00am to 5.00pm
COST: Tuition Fee - $50.00
Art Materials Fee - $10.00

WHAT TO BRING:
Pastels
Lunch
Shared goodies for morning/afternoon tea


The sessions will include:

* Understanding 'the basics'
* What makes a good portrait
* Creating likeness in a portrait
* Pastel colours for portraiture
* Working with pastels
* Understanding colour and colour mix
* Creating backgrounds
* Blending colours
* Striking highlights
* Using contrasts
* Creating that 'difference'

Cost - Tuition Fee - $50.00
Art Material Fee - $10.00

What to Bring:
Your own pastels
Lunch
Goodies to share for morning/afternoon tea