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Paul Holmes (Pastel Art)

https://www.facebook.com/art.sandalwood/
  • Hugely talented pastel artist based in Stafford, specialising in animal portraits
  • Also paints other subjects (landscapes, cars!) plus abstract and mixed media
  • Qualified tutor with a Level 3 Award in Education and Training
  • has been exhibited across the UK, with his commissioned work now hanging across Europe
Paul is passionate about passing on his skills and knowledge to others - a good virtue for a Higham Tutor! Animals can be represented brilliantly in Pastel - and we think every artist should have a go at pastelling a cow as part of their artistic journey, so that is where we start!
"Having worked in pen and ink, watercolour and acrylic, several years ago I discovered pastel and have been captivated by this versatile medium ever since. In my animal portraits I aim to capture not only a realistic representation but also the character and personality of my subject.In my abstract work, I am looking to explore the opportunities of mixing pastels with other media, depicting emotions and fleeting moments in time.
It also gives me great pleasure to pass on my knowledge and experience at demonstrations and workshops." PH
Connect with Paul:
FEEDBACK FOLLOWING PAUL'S COURSES: (scroll this box for more) "Fantastic - really enjoyed it with a very supportive tutor." "Excellent teacher. Well prepared. Very Patient. Clear instructions. Encouraging. Would attend another of his courses." "Really excellent course, very accessible for all abilities. Great fun, relaxed atmosphere. Learnt loads about techniques and materials and gained confidence in a new medium." "Paul is an extremely good and patient tutor, sharing his knowledge of the art of using pastels. He is good at making sure all students receive equal attention." "Nothing was too much trouble for Paul, he was very adptable to the needs of the group and very patient and encouraging when we encountered difficulties and full of praise when we succeeded."

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ANIMAL PORTRAITS IN PASTEL (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

For both beginners and improvers. Complete a tutor-led portrait of a giraffe on velour paper. Learn about various types of pastel and surfaces and practice layering, blinding and building up texture. After this work on a picture of your own choosing with one-to-one help and Paul’s patient guidance. Please bring your own photographs/reference material for 

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ANIMAL PORTRAITS IN COLOURED PENCIL (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

For beginners and improvers. Bring your own photographs of your pet, other animals, birds, landscape, or inanimate objects. Learn about the different ways you can use pencil, layering, blending, removing colour to create texture and depth. Bring your own good quality coloured pencils (tutor will be using Derwent Inktense), together with an A3 size folder 

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