Workshop | Drawing Landscapes in Chalk Pastels with Paul McCarthy
Discover a one-day chalk pastel drawing workshop focused on layered hatching, a unique approach to pastel drawing. Bring your own landscape or seascape reference images to work from and be prepared for a day of insightful learning and creative exploration.
This fun and exciting workshop led by experienced artist Paul McCarthy will teach participants how to get the most out of 'painting' landscapes or seascapes using chalk (soft) pastels. Paul will share tips, skills and ways to translate your reference images into impressive chalk pastel artworks. Throughout the workshop, you'll explore various pastel techniques, enhancing your understanding of this medium. This workshop is a great opportunity for artists looking to expand their knowledge of chalk pastels.
Is this course right for me?
This workshop caters to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to those familiar with design and composition.
Materials
Please bring the following materials.
- Pastel Paper - I use Mi-Teintes Touch Paper - any colour it doesn’t matter (I will probably work on black).
- Choose a size you can handle, I will be working large so people can see.
- Bring your chalk pastels, whatever you have (NOT OIL PASTELS)
- A backing board, large bull-dog clips or masking-tape for your paper
- A can of spray fixative
Please make sure you bring chalk pastels, not oil pastels or Conte Crayons. If you do not have any chalk pastels, most good art supply stores sell box sets of 15 assorted colour chalk pastels. Economical but good quality brands include Rembrandt, Art Spectrum, Faber-Castell (Grumbacher). Sennelier and Schminke are quality pigments, however can be quite pricey!
About studio classes
Our class sizes are small, ensuring you receive the individual tuition you need. We have a maximum of 12 students per class.
Unless otherwise noted, prices *exclude* art materials. Click here to see a list of local art supply retailers.
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More Information
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Site Directions
Art Est Art School is located at 10 Hill Street Leichhardt, on the corner of Hill Street and John Street on the Annandale side of Leichhardt in Sydney's inner west.
Parking
There is no on-site parking. Please allow time to find parking in the surrounding streets which is free and untimed. Please respect our neighbours and do not park outside our premises as this section of Hill Street is a narrow, dead-end street with resident and commercial business parking only. Thank you.
Public Transport
If taking Public Transport, take the 470 Bus to Moore Street Leichhardt and alight at John Street.
If travelling by train, it is a good 20 minute walk from Stanmore Station via Young Street.
The closest Light Rail stop is Lilyfield. Cross the City West Link and walk along Catherine Street and turn left at Hill Street. Allow 15-20 minutes walk time depending on your pace.
Sessions
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 18 Jan 2025 | 10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Studio 2 - Art Est | 10 Hill Street | Leichhardt NSW 2040 |