The vibrant medium of pastel has been a favorite of artists such as Willem de Kooning for the last four centuries because of its luminosity and versatility. Working from still-life arrangements and the human form in studio sessions, students learn to achieve the brilliant and subtle effects characteristic of the medium.
Throughout the course, lectures on color theory, color mixing, and composition are given. Demonstrations on color layering and blending are also included. For inspiration and ideas, works by master pastellists are viewed and discussed.
Students may work in chalk or oil pastel. Students should have basic drawing skills.
Instructor Sandra Gobar has studied painting and exhibited in the U.S. and abroad for the past 10 years. Sandra has taught a myriad of courses for TSA.
No class Feb. 16
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6 sessions, 2 1/2 hours each
Smithsonian Connections
Visit or view Willem de Kooning’s pastels at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden.
