Description:
This workshop is for painters of all levels. Karen will teach how to create an animal portrait using soft pastels on a sanded surface. Karen will conduct a short demo to show the finishing touches on a work in progress while discussing the following topics:

• Perspective and proportion of the face/body
• Design and composition
• Textures of fur and or feathers
• Color regarding its temperature bias and value
• Underpainting approaches

During the workshop, Karen will provide individual instruction as the need arises.

Photo References*:
Please choose photo(s) that are not too blurry and that show areas of light and shadow on the animal’s face and/or body. Working from a grayscale photo is very important (prints, camera and device colors are biased) so whether working from a digital or a hard print, please have a reference(2) in both a color and a greyscale photograph(s). 

*Before the Workshop, students may email Karen at karenisrael59@gmail.com their photos of choice for advice on underpainting approach and best color sanded surface for their painting.