Richard Suckling – Fast, Loose and Uninhibited with Soft PasteIs and Mixed Media Techniques (Online); Tuesdays, May 20 & 27, 2025

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Join renowned pastel artist Richard Suckling for an exciting journey into the expressive and versatile world of soft pastels. In this dynamic workshop, you’ll learn to work quickly, freely, and creatively, discovering innovative techniques that push the boundaries of traditional pastel work.

Richard will guide you through experimental approaches that combine soft pastels with water-based media—crushed, sprinkled, splashed, and dragged—to unlock new textural and visual possibilities. With a focus on process, play, and exploration, this class encourages a fearless approach to making art.

Whether you’re looking to expand your pastel skills or inject fresh energy into your practice, this workshop will open the door to contemporary methods and inspire you to see pastels in a whole new light.