Workshops Archives - How to Pastel

Taking time to enjoy the warm colours of the sunset on the Villa Nobile

Taking Time in Tuscany – Sketch Your Way to Better Paintings

Friday, 6 December 2024 6 Comments

Discover how sketching in Tuscany, instead of relying on photos, helped my students create vibrant, emotive paintings that went far beyond what photos could capture.

Gail Sibley, "Abandoned for Lunch," Unison Colour pastels on UART 400 paper, approx 5 x 7 in.

Inspired By My Students At Tasmania Art Retreat

Friday, 26 April 2024 6 Comments

Being inspired by my students and their art-making is one of the reasons I love to teach. Seeing their breakthroughs is such a reward! Here, I showcase some of their work.