Pears & Patterns: In-Depth Colored Pencil Tutorial

This is a digital download. Prefer Print? Print editions now on Amazon. Click here >> Have you ever pictured fabric as if it were a mountain range with peaks and valleys?  Have you ever picked up a magenta pencil to begin creating an area of navy blue? Have you ever had the courage to play with so many patterns and colors?  Sherry Bruce Smith is the colored pencil queen of delightful still life drawings brimming with exuberant patterns and cheery fruit or florals. This oh-so-pretty 31- step project is your perfect opportunity to learn how Sherry Smith begins eye-catching compositions that are overflowing with vibrant colors that sing and dance but never seem to clash. You'll have all kinds of fun creating these bright colors and patterns... and you'll learn, too. Learn how to create unique color mixes, fabric folds and shadows, and how to create a translucent curled ribbon. We know this is a drawing that will brighten any room in your home. Email us a picture of where you've hu