This class provides a meditative approach to drawing, focusing on capturing the essence of strawberries.

Key Takeaways & Next Steps:

Meditative exploration of colored pencil techniques
Color theory
How to bring a strawberry to life on paper

Practice Mindful Drawing:

Continue to practice drawing with mindfulness, focusing on the process as much as the result. This approach can enhance your creative expression and provide relaxation.

Explore Colored Pencil Techniques:

Experiment with various colored pencil techniques learned in class, such as layering, shading, and blending, to enrich your drawings.

Observe and Draw from Life:

Practice drawing strawberries or other objects from life, observing details like light, shadow, and texture to improve your observational drawing skills.

Create a Regular Drawing Routine:

Set aside time regularly for mindful drawing practice. Consistency can lead to improvement in both artistic skills and mental well-being.

Share Your Artwork:

Share your drawings with others or in a community setting. This can provide feedback and a sense of connection with fellow artists.

A Link to a quick demo of today’s artwork on You Tube.

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Here are the colors I used today using Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils (soft core)

Canary Yellow 916
Crimson Red 924
Carmine Red 926
Violet 938
Yellow Ochre 942
Dark Umber 947
Apple Green 912
Grass Green 909
Dark Green 908
Black
White

Links to supplies (I only provide links to products I personally own or have tried that are really good products-all of these are on Amazon Prime. However, shop around and find the best prices!))

Colored Pencils

Paper

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