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Workshops and Classes

                       
  

On This Page:

-Upcoming Workshops or Classes 

-Pastel Tapas Classes

-Private Lessons

-Online Coaching

-Registration Form

-Payment Options

-Materials List

-Why Learn Pastel Painting?

-Highlights of Past Workshops and Classes

-Precautionary Statement


Please contact me via my contact page with any comments or questions.  



Workshops & Classes 2019

All Workshops require pre-registration.
(Click on the link below to register)

All Class days require an 18hr advance RSVP, with my subsequent verification.
(Text: 707-235-7708, Email: [email protected])
 

 

Pastel Tapas are stand alone, 3-hour classes, that allow for the freedom to take as few or as many classes as you would like.  (Two per month on Tuesday, and two per month on Friday. More details of Schedule)  Each class will focus on a theme, and will cover specific skills and techniques related to and supporting that theme.  You can choose the ones that appeal to you, that will support your skill set at the level it is today, and that fit into your schedule. 

Intermediate and Advances Option:
If you are more advanced in our pastel skills, but would like to have some coaching as you work, I invite you to come to class with your own subject material.  You can work on your own selection, and receive feedback and coaching throughout the class-time, as I make my way around the room.  You may, however, find that the scheduled reference material is versatile enough to be challenging at any level. 

What will each class offer?

I will post on my website a synopsis of the lesson plans for several classes in advance, giving you the information that you need so you can plan ahead and put the Pastel Tapas classes that appeal to you, on your calendar.  Please help me in planning each class, by giving me the favor of your RSVP.  
Text at:707-235-7708

 

Materials and Fees

For those who have their own materials (I have posted a materials list on my website ‘Workshops’ page so you can gather together what you have at home, and buy what you need) the fee is $45 per class.  If you do not have pastels or other materials, and would rather not purchase any right now, the materials will be provided to you for that class, for an additional $35 per class.  These will cover the basic lesson each day.  You might also be able to purchase extras during class, per item, if I have them on hand, like additional paper, or a pastel color that you do not have, etc.  (Bring cash if you think you might want to buy extras).  Pay when you arrive each day, with cash or card, either $45 or $80 for that day’s class, or pay for 10 classes ahead at any point along the way, and receive one class free, of either the $45 or $80 level.  You can attend the 10 classes at any point along the way - all in a row, or choosing periodic classes until they total ten.

 

Important!  If you are planning to attend, and especially if you will need supplies, please let me know at least 24hrs in advance (verified by my response) so I can be prepared for you.  Text at:  707-235-7708

 

In response to so many who have asked for classes and workshops, I am working this out to provide you the opportunity to learn pastels or to increase in your pastel painting skills, and to share with you the fun of this exciting medium.  It is my hope that by offering “Pastel Tapas:  Smaller, bite-size classes,” that I can help to meet the needs of more folks and their varied schedules, and skill levels.  Click on the link below to see the Pastel Tapas schedule, and the synopsis of each class.  If you haven’t done so already, please sign up for my newsletter, at the very bottom left of any of my website pages, and check my website often for new class information - do keep up-to-date on the changes!

 

 

I am excited about the new format of these classes, and look forward to having you join me.

All Class days require an 18hr advance RSVP, with my subsequent verification.
(Text: 707-235-7708, Email: [email protected])

For the Pastel Tapas schedule, click here


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Online Coaching

$75/month (non-refundable and not including workshop or class tuition):  Online Coaching is for those people enrolled in a workshop, or taking Pastel Tapas classes, and would like to continue doing pastel painting at home to maintain their learning, or for anyone who cannot attend classes but would still like some feedback and coaching on their at-home projects.  Included are:  From me - Two in-depth emails to you per month, in response to and giving feedback on photos you send of your work, and to questions that you may have.  I will also send you additional helps at my discretion, like home assignments, reference photos, articles, and website links, etc.  



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 Click Here to Register For Workshops

Please open link above using either Internet Explorer or Safari.  When filling out the form, if you are taking weekly classes, list the class date in the workshop date field.

All Pastel Tapas Class days require an 18hr advance RSVP, with my subsequent verification.
(Text: 707-235-7708, Email: [email protected])

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Payment Options:
You may pay for your class or workshop with a Visa or MasterCard, a check or in cash.
If you would like to pre-register for 10 classes, or if you are registering for a workshop, please submit registration using link above and mail your check to Debbie Harding, 325 E. Washington St #136,  Sequim, WA 98382.  To pre-register using Visa and Master Card over the phone, 707-235-7708, please text me first, so I can get my card reader ready for your call.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.  I would be happy to help you in making a positive decision to begin your wonderful journey in pastel painting!

 

 

 

 

Materials List*

Landscape Soft Pastels Set:
For new students, it is easier to buy a complete set, and not buy the individual pastels.  (If you already have a set of pastels, however, contact me, and I will help you determine if you have the colors you will need for the workshop/class.) There are many different sets available, and each one is unique in one way or another, even within a category, like landscape sets.  A general rule is to buy as many pastels as you can afford.  Sometimes it pays to buy a set with half sticks as a starter, so you can have more colors.  Within the category of soft pastels, not all have the same texture - some are harder and some are softer than others,  Then, there is the category of hard pastels.  I will give you suggestions in both soft and hard categories.  You should have a good sampling of each, but the soft pastels are used more, and so, are the most important purchase, if you can only purchase one type. The shape of the pastel is not as much of an issue, but might be a personal preference that you develop over time. 

Here are some quick links to a few pastel sets,
in soft, medium and hard sticks, and a pad of UART sanded paper, that will give you a good start

Choose one of the following 3 sets:
1).  Medium: Rembrandt 90, 1/2 stick set (I have two websites listed here.  Check on the best price, including shipping)

https://www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/rembrandt-weichen-pastell-90-assorted-1-2-stick-karton-box-set?___store=jacksonsart_us&gclid=CjwKCAjwmZbpBRAGEiwADrmVXvPmnG9BeduH5K7RVpR3EfiQzA5oHnjNl2C_ZJJdj5mCBTlmqPfLFRoCG84QAvD_BwE

Rembrandt 90, 1/2 stick set 
https://www.dickblick.com/items/20026-0909/

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2).  Soft:
Schmenke 90, 1/2 stick set
https://www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/schmincke-soft-pastels-139994

3).  Soft:
Schmenke 120, 1/2 stick set
https://www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/schmincke-soft-pastels-139994

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Also, Choose this set, or as many as you can afford of the Prismacolor NuPastels.  These hard pastels do a lot of detail work for you.
Prismacolor Nupastel 96 set
https://www.dickblick.com/items/20034-9609/

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UART pad, 9x12, 400,  beige
https://www.dickblick.com/products/uart-premium-sanded-pastel-paper-pads/

If you would like to see more options, here are a few additional suggestions at online art supply stores, with prices as they appeared on 12/3/18:

Fineartstore.com
-Great American Pastels, Richard McKinley Landscape Set, 91 half sticks, $196

 (They also have a good addition to, not in lieu of, a landscape set - a Pastel Sampler, 14 dark sticks, $46.00; or 7 dark sticks $26.  Some landscape sets do not have enough intense darks.  This seems like a good way to add to those, plus it is a great way to sample a few different makes of pastel)

Dickblick.com
-Artists’ Soft Pastels Set, 140 Assorted colors and sizes, $154.08
-Sennelier, Plein Air Landscape, 80 half sticks, $124.82
-Terry Ludwig, Plein  Air Landscape, 60 full sticks, $240
-Mount Vision, Landscape, 50 full sticks, $179.98

-Prismacolor, NuPastel Set (Buy as many as you can afford, 24 sticks or more) $10.07-$52.31 (I have also noticed that Michael’s sometimes has NuPastel sets, and if you use a 40% off coupon, it’s a good deal.)


Paper:
Dickblick.com
-(Workshop Students, beginning) UART sanded paper pad, 400 grade, beige, 9x12
-(Class Students, beginning) one UART pad, above, and add 4 larger UART sanded paper pieces, 400 grade, 12x18 - 18x24

 

Additional Supplies:
-Baby
-Baby Wipes
-A few stiff-bristled paint brushes of various sizes, 1/4”-1”
-1”Artist tape (preferred) but, blue painter’s tape can work
-Two to three foam core boards
-A soft hand towel
-Rubbing alcohol
-A small jar with a lid
-Small sketch pad
-A small - 6”x8” - 8”x10” or so - flat box with a lid, and lined with a folded washcloth, napkin or other kind of padding.  You will place your working palette of pastels in here as you paint.)
-Something to use to take notes
-Large plastic bag(s) to cover your work and supplies in case of rain.
-glassine to cover your work (the UART pad comes with a sheet for each page)
-foam core or other rigid surface to tape paper to

Plein Air Supplies:
-Plein Air easel

-Stool or chair, if you will need to sit
-A place to set your pastels (Some pastel boxes mount to a tripod, or have a place to set the pastel box.  Otherwise, you will need a lightweight, portable table.)
-Sun hat or umbrella that clamps onto the easel or chair
-Sunscreen
-Water to drink
-Baby wipes and hand towels
-A scaled down assortment of pastels. 

(though you might want to leave your larger supply in the car, just in case)

-pastel paper and means to take the completed work home safely 
-2 to 3 stiff-bristled paint brushes, 1/2”-1”
-little jar of alcohol for wet underpainting
-artists’ or blue painters’ tape
-foam core board

*To help ease any potential anxiety over purchasing pastel supplies, if you truly do not think you will use them again, I will offer a buy-back program on selected items, of up to 50% of your original cost, depending on the condition of the supplies, and as soon as I am able.  Keep your original packaging, and the sales receipts.

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Why Learn Pastel Painting?

• -Pastels are vibrant.  They are made using the same pigments as other art paints, minus the oils and other mediums that diminish the color and colorfastness.
• -Pastels are immediate.  No need to wait for paint to dry when using pastels.  Using layer upon layer of color is possible in one sitting, and allows for very instantaneous results.
• -Pastels are easy to use.  No need to spend time cleaning brushes and putting away paint.  Whether you have all day to paint, or only a half hour, you can spend time painting.  When you are ready to go, get up, wash your hands, and that’s it.
• -Pastels are easy to transport.  Don’t worry about packing thinners, oils, and mediums.  All you really need is a pad of pastel paper and your pastels, and you are good to go.
• -Pastels can be as archival, and even more so, than oil paintings.  When painted on archival paper, and stored properly, pastel colors are more colorfast than other mediums.

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