Windswept cottages in soft pastel workshop

Windswept cottages in Soft Pastel

I wanted to include buildings too, but in a way that still feels loose and painterly. We’ll look at how to capture the character of cottages without becoming tied up in architectural detail.

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Here’s what you’ll learn

Drawing skills
How to paint with soft pastels
Create contrast
Keeping your colours clean
Choosing a colour palette
How to structure your creative process

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Ways of working

I’ll be showing you techniques that you can apply to your own artworks, alongside sharing tips to develop your photography and drawing skills.

Welcome to my studio

You’ll be able to see my process from start to finish. Best of all, if you miss something, use the recording to refresh your memory. You can work at a time and pace that suit you.

Artist, Nina Squire, sitting on a beach with a sketchbook

Top tips for your art kit

I’ll give you all my top tips for the best materials and easiest ways to ensure that you get the best results. If you are new to pastels, read this introduction to my process. Plus these two videos give you tips to get you started on materials and techniques.

Learn directly from my studio

You’ll paint alongside me as I demonstrate each stage of the process.

You’ll also hear the tips, techniques and little tricks I’ve developed over more than 25 years as a professional artist and tutor.

Whether you’re new to pastels or looking to build confidence, I’ll guide you through the painting step by step.

What my students say

I am proud to say that I have students who have been working with me for over 20 years.

Always learn so much and enjoy watching you work. I have taken several classes and will continue to take more. A good value. Thanks for the great lesson.

I have done a few workshops with Nina and I love her enthusiasm and her knowledge which she shares with everyone. I love working along with her but never manage to keep up, it’s good fun and I have learned such a lot. Looking forward to the next season.

Ready to start painting?

Whether you’re completely new to soft pastels or looking to improve your confidence, this workshop will guide you through every stage of creating your own evening light painting.

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