Artwork #1: Chalk Pastel Drawing

Overview

Goal

Students will explore the expressive and vibrant qualities of chalk pastels by creating a landscape or animal drawing that demonstrates their understanding of color blending, value, and composition.

Materials

Surface: Drawing Paper, Pastel Paper or Charcoal Paper
Materials: Chalk Pastels, Tissues, Tortillons

Requirements:

Your drawing must be a landscape or an animal.
Your drawing must include a background, middle ground, and foreground.
Your drawing must be fully colored with chalk pastels and no large white areas.
Your drawing must include at least 2 chalk pastel techniques.
You must complete your art portfolio and its requirements.

What are chalk pastels?

A ‘chalky’ substance made from pure mineral pigments. Renaissance masters, such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, used natural chalks for drawing. Originated in Italy in the 16th century, pastels have a weak core and thus are prone to breakage. Initially, chalk pastel was only available in red, black and white− a far cry from today. There are now more than 1600 different hues and shades available.

Step 1: Chalk Pastel Technique Practice

Step 2: How to Draw by Simplifying Shapes

Step 3: Parts of a Landscape

Step 4: Planning Form

How to Start

Technique Videos

Tutorial Videos

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