Draw a Jack Russell using Pastel Pencils
Learn to use Pastel Pencil Techniques to Draw Pet Portraits. No Free Hand Drawing Required. Ideal for absolute beginners

What you will learn
Use Pastel Pencil Techniques to draw a Jack Russell
Apply the light to dark rule when layering pastel tones
Be able to apply the techniques to their own pictures and Pet Portraits
Why take this course?
🎨 Unlock Your Creativity: Draw a Jack Russell Using Pastel Pencils with Colin Bradley
Course Title: Master Pet Portraits with Ease: Draw a Jack Russell Using Pastel Pencils
Course Headline: Learn to use Pastel Pencil Techniques to Draw Pet Portraits. No Free Hand Drawing Required.
Ideal for absolute beginners!
Embark on Your Artistic Journey with Pastel Pencils 🖾️✨
In my 30+ Years of Teaching Experience, I have found that Pastel Pencils is the easiest art medium to pick up and learn. This course is designed to guide you through the process of creating a beautiful pet portrait using this versatile tool. No prior experience? No problem! This course is perfect for all levels, especially absolute beginners.
🌟 Why Pastel Pencils?
- Easy to Handle: Gently apply colors without the need for blending sticks.
- Versatile: Create both fine details and broad color washes.
- Control: Shade with precision, build up layers, and erase as needed.
Course Highlights:
- Comprehensive Guidance: Learn at your own pace with a detailed step-by-step video guide.
- No Free-Hand Drawing Required: Start with an provided outline drawing to ensure accuracy. You can also print it out directly from your printer.
- Technique Focus: Gain insights into the unique techniques behind drawing dogs, and apply them to create a piece of art you can be proud of.
What's Inside the Course?
- Bitesize Chunks: The course content is segmented into manageable parts for easy learning and repeated practice if needed.
- Materials: While Colin uses Faber-Castell PITT Pastel Pencils and Fabriano Ingres Sand Coloured Pastel Paper, feel free to use your preferred materials and paper to create your masterpiece.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is tailored for anyone who:
- Loves drawing and wants to expand their skills with an accessible medium.
- Enjoys the texture and richness of pastels but finds traditional pastels too messy or challenging to control.
- Has always wanted to draw pets, especially a charming Jack Russell, but wasn't sure how to begin.
What You Will Learn:
- How to select and prepare your materials for the best results.
- Techniques to capture the essence of the Jack Russell breed using pastel pencils.
- Step-by-step methods to approach each part of the drawing, from the fur texture to the eyes that shine with character.
Your Journey to a Fulfilled Artistic Experience Begins Here!
By enrolling in this course, you're not just learning to draw; you're embarking on a creative adventure that will enhance your understanding of color, form, and texture. With Colin Bradley as your guide, you'll discover the joy of pastel pencil artistry and the satisfaction of creating pet portraits that stand out.
Join us now and transform your artistic skills with every stroke of your pastel pencil! 🎨✨
Ready to start drawing? Click 'Enroll Now' and begin your journey to becoming a pastel pencil artist today!
Our review
Course Review Synthesis
Overall Rating: 4.90
Pros:
- Excellent Teaching Quality: All reviewers commend the quality of teaching from both Mr. Colin Bradley and Mr. Bradley, highlighting their calm approach and the way they explain material as essential for learning.
- Positive Learning Experience: Many students have reported a sense of improvement and accomplishment, and are looking forward to taking more courses.
- Enhances Creativity and Confidence: The course is considered very beneficial for building up creativity and confidence as an artist.
- Structured and Encouraging: Colin Bradley is praised for his friendly and encouraging manner towards students, which contributes positively to the learning environment.
- Essential Repetition of Important Concepts: The repetition of important information by Mr. Bradley is seen as a key factor in aiding student comprehension.
- Comprehensive Resources: The course provides all necessary resources, such as colors and reference pictures, linked for convenience.
Cons:
- Audio Clarity Issues: One reviewer with super sonic hearing had difficulty hearing Mr. Bradley, indicating that audio clarity may be an issue for other students as well. This has been mentioned in reviews for two consecutive courses.
- Technical Aspects of Drawing: Some students experienced a distraction due to the drawing not being centered and the need to frequently adjust the iPad orientation.
- Pacing and Organization: A suggestion was made for Mr. Colin Bradley to state the color numbers before starting to draw, which would help new pastel users who are still learning the palette.
- Language Accessibility: Some students found it difficult to understand the accent, with a recommendation for improved translation accuracy.
- Preparation and Efficiency: Students, particularly beginners, reported feeling slow due to constantly checking numbers for the correct colors and pencils, indicating that efficiency in this aspect could be improved.
Additional Feedback:
- Repeat Course Participants: Several students have taken multiple courses with Colin Bradley and Mr. Bradley, suggesting the high quality of these teachers leads to repeat business.
- Technical Improvement Request: A request for centering the drawing on screen and perhaps providing guidance on tool usage was mentioned, indicating a desire for more attention to detail in the instructional aspect.
Conclusion: The course has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with students praising the teaching style, the quality of the learning experience, and the improvement in their artistic abilities. However, there are areas that could be improved, particularly with audio clarity and the organization of material, to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of the learning process for all students. Addressing these issues would likely further increase student satisfaction and the overall effectiveness of the course.