Rhonda Smith Colored Pencil Workshop

Service Description

Rhonda Smith is a self-taught artist whose passion for detail naturally led her to the world of photorealistic colored pencil. Fascinated by the way individual strokes, carefully layered colors, and the interplay of light and shadow come together, she finds joy in transforming ordinary subjects into works of art that invite a closer look. As an instructor, Rhonda strives to create more than just a workshop - she creates an artistic retreat. Students receive step-by-step demonstrations while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow artists in an environment where questions are welcomed, creativity is celebrated, & confidence grows with every layer of color. Class description: Discover the beauty and versatility of colored pencil as you learn the techniques that bring drawings to life with incredible realism. Whether you're picking up colored pencils for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this three-day workshop is designed to help you go from beginner to "WOW!" as you build confidence and develop your artistic abilities. Working step by step, you'll learn how to develop rich, vibrant color through layering, create smooth transitions, and use light and shadow to achieve depth and realism. We'll explore blending techniques, color selection, textures, and the fine details that transform a good drawing into a photorealistic work of art. By the end of the workshop, you'll complete a beautiful colored pencil project while gaining techniques and confidence you can apply to your own future artwork. More details on what to bring (Prismacolor Premier Pencils, eraser, sharpener, drawing board here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1671143160833005/ Cost of the class - $250 (includes paper, photo reference, outline, & blending materials) Min number of students - 8 Max number of students - 12 ::PAYMENTS:: - Credit-cards: Paying via credit-card will require an additional fee of 3% of the transaction amount + .30c per transaction. When choosing credit-card payment type for the class registration fee of $250, you will need to pay $258 instead. Manual Payment: Alternatively, if you would like to avoid paying the processing fees, please simply mail your check for the class fee of $250 to Joe Holt to reserve your spot in class. Your spot will not be confirmed until your class fee has been received. Details for mailing in your payment are below: Check made payable to: Leipers Fork Woodcarving Club Mailing address: Joe Holt 3650 New Highway 96 West Franklin, TN-37064