Category: Pencils For Beginners

The latest Step by Step Tutorial by Karen M Berisford

1/11/2018

Blueberries Tutorial in the Colored Pencil Magazine - November issue.

I was approached by Sally Robertson, Editor in Chief, at the Colored Pencil magazine asking if I wished to contribute a tutorial as part of their new 'Workshop series' and I agreed.
For the reference image I choose a simplistic subject of some blueberries so that any pencil artist could give it a go, and working with my Caran Dache Luminance pencil brand I created a comprehensive, step by step guide showing where to start and how effective layering is before adding then adding the finer detail.

The magazine can now be purchased via digital download or in print - a copy of the front cover can be seen above with a list of articles that can be found inside. There is also a special article with the artist Paul Hinks (UK Artist) who works solely in pastel pencils (front cover artwork) so not always fully limited to coloured pencil articles.

PURCHASE YOUR COPY - CLICK HERE

The November magazine is now out with my tutorial inside and for anyone wishing to purchase the magazine, you can purchase in either digital format to download immediately or order the print copy - you can also order both together too.

*Prices outside of the USA may vary due to the exchange rate on the day of purchase

Digital	Print	Digital & Print
£3.13*	£6.29*	£14.74* (Inc P & P)
$3.99	$7.99	From $12.48 (Inc P & P)
€3.52*	€7.05*	From €16.69* (Inc P & P)

Click this link to try out this tutorial - now available on this website

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Coloured Pencil Art Workshops - August 2018 - Chesterfield

2/6/2018

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BLACK LABRADOR
Saturday - August 11th - 10am - 3:30pm

Black fur can be a real challenge to create in art and it can be frustrating working out where to start and how to layer effectively to get the right finish. In this workshop I will show you how to create the black fur on a Labrador dog using coloured pencils and how to correctly layer with them to create realistic fur. Although all spaces are fully booked for this workshop, you can add your name to our reserves list in case of a cancellation, just Email me if so. View our T's & C's for more details.

Now fully booked

WILD RABBIT
Sunday - August 12th - 11am - 4:30pm

This wild rabbit subject was originally booked as an acrylic workshop, but I decided to change the medium to coloured pencils for two reasons, my coloured pencil workshops are fast becoming popular and only having ten spaces to a workshop, they get booked up quickly and so I decided to change the medium to allow more people a chance to attend a pencil workshop, the second reason is that the BLENDERS AND BURNISHERS page on this website is one of the most read articles and this subject lends itself well to teaching how to use blenders to create smooth transitions perfect for tonal backgrounds and foregrounds. The subject will be created on green tonal paper which will aid highlights and show how important coloured paper can be in art. The perfect subject for those new to coloured pencils but ideal for those looking to take their pencil work a stage further. Blenders will be available for trial or purchase on the day or bring your own.

About these Workshops

All of these workshops are accompanied by demonstrations so you can see how each section is built up so you can go back to your workstation and repeat the procedure on your own drawing, you are also presented with a workshop booklet that you can keep and use it to help you progress both during the workshop and at home if you are unable to finish your portrait on the day. You also receive a print photo of the subject (or work from your iPad) and a photocopy outline for Tracedown use.

There are only 10 spaces available at our workshops although some places have already been booked, as I keep them relatively small which allows me to offer 1 to 1 help in between each demonstration to those that request it. The venue is a small community centre in a very quiet part of Newbold in Chesterfield with ample parking for attendees. You can purchase many of the products that I use during the demonstrations if you choose to and continue to use them for your own projects or a future Step by Step Art workshop.

You can either use your own products from home or loan/purchase an art kit from myself (book in advance)

THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN COMPLETED

If you have any questions before you book a place, feel free to get in touch at any time at:
karenmberisfordart@gmail.com

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Latest Articles available at Step by Step Art - Autumn 2017

17/7/2017

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Our 4 latest Articles

The latest articles are now available to view and you can access them by clicking on any of the images below.

New to coloured pencils? Why not view our 'Starting out with coloured pencils' article with some great hints and tips on where to begin, with what to buy and how to use them to their best ability.

If you are a newbie to soft pastels, this simple step by step tutorial explains how to create a tonal sky with the smoothest transitions and may offer you some great pointers to get you started.

Looking for some top quality soft pastels and have your eye on the Unison range but want to know more about them before splashing out? This article may offer you some great information.

Oil paint products in Chris Chalk's Art studio

Would you like to give oils a try and unsure what you need to get going? This article written by Welsh oil painter Chris Chalk and gives some simple advice to those new to oils.

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New to coloured pencils? - product recommendation

9/3/2016

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Are you thinking of giving Coloured pencils a go, but not sure which pencils to start out with? Take a look at this article which offers a recommendation of a great set of pencils without breaking the bank, whilst offering lots of benefits that professional pencils have (and even some that certain pro pencils don't!) If you have £7* spare, these popular non branded pencils are the ones you should try before splashing out on an expensive, professional brand just in case you decide Coloured pencils is not the medium for you after all. This article offers advantages & disadvantages and also shows you what these pencils are capable of. It seems they are used extensively for those taking their GCSE's as well as Art Tutors (including myself) using them in Art Workshops.

Click on the image, to visit the article page.

Feel free to 'like' , share or leave a comment, especially if you have used these pencils before or found the article to be of help to you.

Please Note: These are only sold in the UK
*They may also be available to purchase at a lower price due to sale offers in-store or online.

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The latest Step by Step Tutorial by Karen M Berisford

Blueberries Tutorial in the Colored Pencil Magazine - November issue.

Coloured Pencil Art Workshops - August 2018 - Chesterfield

BLACK LABRADOR
Saturday - August 11th - 10am - 3:30pm

WILD RABBIT
Sunday - August 12th - 11am - 4:30pm

About these Workshops

Latest Articles available at Step by Step Art - Autumn 2017

Our 4 latest Articles

Why not subscribe to our newsletter

New to coloured pencils? - product recommendation

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The latest Step by Step Tutorial by Karen M Berisford

Blueberries Tutorial in the Colored Pencil Magazine - November issue.

Coloured Pencil Art Workshops - August 2018 - Chesterfield

BLACK LABRADOR​Saturday - August 11th - 10am - 3:30pm

WILD RABBIT​Sunday - August 12th - 11am - 4:30pm

About these Workshops

Latest Articles available at Step by Step Art - Autumn 2017

Our 4 latest Articles

Why not subscribe to our newsletter

New to coloured pencils? - product recommendation

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QUICK LINKS

HOW TO SUPPORT US

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BLACK LABRADOR
Saturday - August 11th - 10am - 3:30pm

WILD RABBIT
Sunday - August 12th - 11am - 4:30pm