Portrait Drawing with Chalk Pastels

Add expressive mark-making, intentional composition, and nuanced color with pastels to create emotionally compelling portraits. Develop a competent understanding and application of the soft, painterly aesthetic of chalk pastels. You will progress beyond simple sketching to create portraits that feel alive with atmosphere and depth. With Ashly Lovett’s guidance, you will learn advanced skills using chalk pastels. Students will learn how to control the medium to achieve smooth gradients, striking contrast, and the delicate nuances of your subject. Whether you want to loosen your stroke or sharpen your realism, this course will change the way you see and capture the face.