CLASS LOCATION - Marion’s workshop will be held in the Community Room of the Spring Hill Suites at 115 Museum Drive, Hershey PA.

PLEASE NOTE - This is a two day workshop from 9AM to 4PM.

The focus of the Pastel Workshop is to learn how to use different techniques and materials to create a painting of your own vision. We will talk about the different papers and Patels that are available; how to lay out your painting; how to control and mix colors. There will be demonstrations each day. Each student can choose to work form a still life, photo or a sketch of their own choosing. Instruction will be tailored to each student’s skill level. All levels are welcome.

SUPPLY LIST: Soft pastels, hard pastels, pastel pencils, whatever you have. There are many brands of pastels that have different attributes, which we cover in the workshop. There will be a few sets of pastels available for use in the workshop for a small leading fee, on a first come basis. PLEASE NO Oil Pastels.

PAPER: Art paper 400 grit. I will have paper available to buy. Bring what pastel paper you have. Once again, each type of paper has it uses. The paper should have some grit to hold the pastel.

DRAWING BOARD: Wood, masonite, homasote or thick foam core to use as a support for you pastel paper.

Old paint brushes, paper towels, charcoal, apron and hand wipes.

Member Cost $125.00, Non member Cost $140.00

INSTRUCTOR BIO

Marion Stepenson’s professional education began at Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids Michigan. Marion has taught classes and workshops in her studio, the York Art Association, and as a guest instructor at York College for the last 35+ years. She works with each student from their skill level and choice of medium. The subjects she has taught are pastel painting, oil painting, landscape painting workshops, figure and anatomy drawing, and portraiture.

Please make your check payable to Hershey Area Art Association. PO Box 654 Hershey PA 17033

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