Make Shiny Gemstones with Color Pencils for Zentangle Art

Learn about layering, blending and burnishing.

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Description

Welcome to the world of color pencils, where satisfaction and relaxation meet creativity! If you're looking for a medium that allows you to achieve beautiful layers, blends, and create realistic artworks, as well as adding vibrancy to abstract drawings and patterns, then you're in the right place.

In this 2-for-1 art class, I'll be your instructor, guiding you through the fascinating process of creating shiny, glass-like, translucent gemstones using color pencils. But that's not all! We'll also explore how to incorporate these gemstones into Zentangle-inspired art projects.

Zentangle, the easy-to-draw and relaxing art method developed by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas in 2003, traditionally involves black drawing pens. However, as a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) known for simplifying complex topics, I've personalized this method over the years to suit artists of all levels. In this class, I'll combine my love for color pencil gemstones with the step-by-step approach of the Zentangle art practice, giving you a delightful 2-for-1 experience.

By joining this class, you'll gain the following knowledge and skills:

  1. Picking the Right Supplies: Discover the essential attributes to look for when selecting your materials.

  2. Color Pencil Techniques: Learn about pencil pressure, layering, blending, and burnishing to unleash your creativity.

  3. Gemstone Basics: Understand the structure of gemstones and how to effectively portray shadow and light.

  4. Selecting Gemstone Colors: Explore various color schemes, such as value & temperature or analogous & monochromatic, to bring your gemstones to life.

  5. Zentangle Inspired Art Projects: Combine gemstones with tangle patterns from the Zentangle method to create unique and captivating artworks.

This class is perfect for you if:

  1. You're a Zentangle enthusiast seeking to expand your knowledge and unleash your creativity.

  2. You're a beginner in color pencils and eager to delve deeper into this versatile medium.

  3. You're a hobbyist or professional looking for a creative break and new artistic inspiration.

  4. You're an illustrator, surface pattern designer, or creative professional in any field, seeking fresh ideas to enhance your work.

  5. You're a fan of zen-doodles, meditative art, or abstract art and want to learn new tricks to take your art to the next level.

The best part? You don't need any prior experience or knowledge of color pencils or Zentangle to join this class. I'll cover everything from the basics, ensuring you feel confident and ready to embark on this artistic journey.

If this sounds like your kind of jam, I can't wait to see you in class!

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What You Will Learn!

  • Picking the Right Supplies (and an understanding of attributes to look for)
  • Color Pencil Techniques (Pencil Pressure, Layering, Blending, Burnishing)
  • Gemstone Basics (Anatomy, Shadow & Light)
  • Zentangle Inspired Art Projects (Using Gemstones with the Zentangle method)

Who Should Attend!

  • Zentangle enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge and creativity.
  • Color pencil beginners looking to understand this medium.
  • Art hobbyists or professionals looking for a creative break.
  • Illustrators, Surface Pattern Designers or professional creatives in any field looking for new ideas and inspiration.
  • Mandala, Zen-Doodle or Abstract Art enthusiasts.