Course Overview

Intro

Required materials: A list of the materials required to complete the artwork.

Important information: I have compiled some information that will help you throughout this course. Some of the topics are technique tips, base layers, blending vs burnishing, wax bloom, and color transitions.

Line art: I have provided the line art for you so all you have to do is print it out and transfer it to your drawing paper. I go over several ways that the line art can be transferred or drawn directly onto your paper.

Reference photo: I have provided the reference photo which you can print out to use for the tutorial.

Extra colored pencil information: I have added a five-page e-book that was part of my beginning colored pencil course. This is not necessary to read prior to starting this course, but it may be helpful.

Creating The Rose Petals

Steps 1 - 23: We begin coloring the rose petals. Each step has a full color example along with detailed instructions.

Creating The Rose Leaves And Stem

Steps 24 - 30: We begin coloring the leaves and stem. Each step has a full color example along with detailed instructions.

Creating The Rose Shadow

Steps 31 - 33: We begin coloring the rose shadow. Each step has a full color example along with detailed instructions.

Creating The Background

Steps 34 - 37: We begin coloring the background, introduce the blender pencil, and touch up areas if necessary. Each step has a full color example along with detailed instructions.

Preserving Your Art

A few tips: I discuss handling artwork, fixative use, storing artwork, matting and framing, and displaying artwork.