Colored Pencil Portrait Drawing Workshop with John Middick

Skill Levels: From Beginners to Intermediate Artists

Thursday, September 19 from 2pm to 5:30pm

Friday, September 20 from 2pm to 5:30pm

Saturday, September 21 from 11am to 5pm

Explore the art of realistic portrait drawing in our 3-day Colored Pencil Portrait Drawing Workshop. This comprehensive workshop is designed to guide participants through the process of creating lifelike portraits using colored pencils. Over three days, you will learn easy and approachable techniques for drawing each facial feature — eyes, nose, mouth, and hair — with precision and realism. The workshop will culminate in integrating these elements to start and complete a portrait.

A Pencil Sharpener

Paintbrush (flat, watercolor brush, 3/4 or 1/2 inch size)

Polychromos Pencils by Faber-Castell:

• Dark Indigo (157)
• Ivory (103)
• Caput Mortuum (169)
• Deep Scarlet Red (219)
• Cream (102)
• Coral (131)
• Cinnamon (189)
• Salmon (130)

Optional products:

• Gamsol by Gamblin (4 oz)
• Graphite pencil (HB)

*These exact materials are only suggestions. You may bring similar supplies you have on hand.

**This paper will be supplied by the instructor. There are two reasons for this: 1. finding the right paper in a store can be difficult sometimes - just ask me if you need help; 2. I want to ensure you use these exact papers and not a substitute. I will have plenty of paper available for purchase if you need it.

John is a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America. John provides private coaching for artists at all levels, offering one-on-one and group mentoring to support both beginner and advanced learners.

Additionally, John offers courses and live workshops. He also heads a private community, offering exclusive video demonstrations and content from himself and other accomplished artists.

Discover more of his work and training on social media.

Website:
thesharpenedartist.com

Instagram:
@sharpenedartist

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