Botanical Drawing With Oil Pastels For Beginners
oil pastel drawing of the flowers for beginners
What you will learn
merge the tenderness of the flowers and the naive, expressive nature of oil pastels into simple minimalistic drawings
use limited color palette of oil pastels to create minimalistic drawing
draw from a reference image and modify it as you draw
create three minimalistic oil pastel drawings of buttercups, poppies and cornflowers
Why take this course?
π± Embark on a Floral Art Adventure with "Botanical Drawing With Oil Pastels For Beginners" π¨
Welcome to the Course on Botanical Drawing with Oil Pastels! π
Dive into the enchanting world of floral artistry through the vibrant medium of oil pastels. This course is your gateway to transforming the delicate beauty of flowers into captivating minimalistic drawings, perfect for beginners who wish to explore the boundless possibilities of botanical illustration.
Course Overview:
Through a series of short, engaging classes, you'll embark on a journey that will guide you to create three stunning botanical drawings: from the cheerful yellow buttercups, to the bold red poppies, and finally, to the tranquil blue cornflowers. π»β¨
What You'll Learn:
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Inspiration & Reference Photos: We'll kick off each drawing session by exploring a variety of reference photos to find the perfect inspiration for our botanical subjects.
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Simplifying Your Subject: Discover how to adapt your reference images to fit the charming and simplified style that oil pastels are perfect for, ensuring your drawings pop with character and personality.
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Layer by Layer Development: Master the art of building up your drawing layer by layer, enhancing contrasts, and bringing out the essence of each flower through the rich texture of oil pastels.
Course Breakdown:
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Yellow Buttercups: These radiant wildflowers will be our first subject as we learn to capture their glossy yellow petals and vibrant energy on paper. πΈ
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Red Poppies: As our second focus, red poppies will teach us how to handle bold colors and dramatic forms with grace and confidence. π«
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Blue Cornflowers: Our final mini-class will take us through the subtleties of cool tones and the challenge of creating a drawing that stands out for its simplicity yet captivates with its uniqueness. π
Your Project:
To complete this course, you'll create three beautiful oil pastel drawings of buttercups, poppies, and cornflowers. These projects will not only hone your drawing skills but also allow you to express your creativity and experience the joy of working with a versatile art medium. π
For Absolute Beginners:
Don't worry if you're new to this artistic journey! I've prepared a detailed coloring template of the final botanical drawing for you to download, print out in b&w, and start coloring with your oil pastels. It's an easy way to follow along with each step and ensure that even beginners can achieve impressive results from the very first lesson. π
Join Us on This Floral Art Expedition:
With clear instructions, supportive guidance, and a community of fellow beginners, this course is designed to be both accessible and rewarding for artists at all levels. So grab your oil pastels, and let's bring the beauty of nature into your art with "Botanical Drawing With Oil Pastels For Beginners"! πΏπ
Enroll now and start your artistic adventure today! Let's create, learn, and flourish together. π¨β¨