Introduction to Coloured Pencils Course

Discover the art of observing nature and bringing it to life with coloured pencils



2 x 3 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests    

  $170 (Afterpay available)

This beginner-friendly course introduces you to essential techniques, materials, and creative confidence to start your botanical art journey over two sessions.
Part 1:
In this class, you will:
  • Work with a basic selection of 22 coloured pencils (Polychromos from Faber-Castell)
  • Learn colour mixing and blending techniques through guided exercises
  • Develop your observation skills and learn to analyse colour components in natural subjects
  • Look at a variety of pencil brands and understand the difference between student and artist-quality materials
  • Explore how to choose the right paper for different projects
  • Build the technical skills and confidence to complete a finished coloured pencil piece
Part 2:
Building upon the previous session, you will apply what you have learnt by starting a small artwork. Coloured pencils are a slow medium, so you will take your artwork to finish at home.
By the end of the course, you will have acquired technical skills and have the knowledge and confidence to complete a coloured pencil artwork.
Note: This workshop will take place in an upstairs workshop space, which is accessible via a staircase with a landing. If you have any accessibility concerns, please message us, and we will endeavour to book a downstairs space instead.
Cancellation policy: You can cancel or reschedule your workshop booking anytime up to 7 days before the class. Unfortunately, if you cancel within 7 days and we are unable to fill your spot, we will not be able to offer a refund or credit. You’re welcome to pass your ticket onto someone else; just send us a message with their name and contact details so that we can update the booking. Thanks so much for your understanding and support.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
What you'll get
  • You will get a practice sheet for colour mixing
  • Start a small botanical artwork to finish at home
Knowledge required
Beginners welcome.
What to bring
  • Phone or camera
  • Portable light
  • Small portable easel or board
  • Basic coloured pencils list will be sent after booking
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive sessions, which are 4 weeks apart.

Location

Hive Studios, Depot Street, Banyo QLD

On street parking is available within business hours. After hours you can park within the centre, please just be sure that you are choosing to park near a business that looks closed, and that you aren't blocking any roller doors.

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Your teacher

Florence Joly
Florence Joly
(Brisbane Botanical Artists)

female Women-owned

I was born in France and moved to Brisbane, joining the Botanical Art Society of Queensland in 2012.
A graphic designer by trade, my love for macro photography opened a new window into the botanical world. I specialises in coloured pencils focusing on close up details.
I exhibited with the society over numerous years and was part of the touring exhibition Artistic Endeavour, a contemporary response to the legacy of Banks, Solander and Parkinson in 2020.
I started teaching coloured pencils classes in 2019.

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