Sketch and Paint Along with Robert: Passionate Color in Pastel

Art can be a pursuit with no limits. This class aims to explore ways we can delve into various subject matter (landscapes, waterscapes, still life, figure) to express moods and freely expand visual ideas. Learn ways to explore multiple possibilities to express beauty through colorful, exciting compositions, markmaking, selection of format and more. You may work in any drawing or painting medium, but Robert will be working in pastel, a medium that can achieve many striking and ephemeral effects. Learn to use a subject as a springboard of inspiration and for intuitive response in markmaking. Robert will show and discuss pastel techniques, compositional ideas, light effects, use of color and more to foster our own creativity. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, you’re bound to be inspired as you learn stylistic concepts and practices. You may choose to just watch or to sketch and paint along, step-by-step, with very popular instructor, Robert Carsten. Each week we will see examples and focus on a different aspect of the subject, utilizing diverse approaches and techniques. Reference photos provided via email and Dropbox, where participants can also share zoomclass work or optional homework for written critique. All levels welcome.

Mondays, June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2025
1:00 – 2:00 PM
$130 for four consecutive classes