Where Lillies Grow Pastel Art Class

Where Lillies Grow

Create a glowing pond scene filled with lily pads and soft reflections using oil pastels. In this guided class, you will learn how to layer colour, blend light and shadow for a luminous water effect, and build texture in the surrounding foliage and flowers. The focus is on bold colour, experimenting with texture and movement, with the option to use a palette knife, and capturing a sense of calm while still making the piece your own.

No experience needed.

All supplies included.

Ticket to enter the Art Vancouver show.

About the Instructor:

Tessa Haywood is a New Zealand-born artist from the Taranaki/Wellington region, now based in Port Coquitlam, BC. She holds a BA in Digital Media from Australia and has studied internationally in both Canada and the UK. Her work is inspired by travel, cultural storytelling, and a deep connection to the natural world. Working across multiple mediums, she is particularly drawn to vibrant colour, texture, and expressive forms. Alongside her artistic practice, she facilitates creative workshops designed to make art accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for all skill levels.

You can see her works at: tessiebubbleart.com

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Host or Publisher Vancouver Visual Art Foundation