Introduction to Pencil Art

Detailed grayscale pencil sketch of dog face and eyes with three pencils

Introduction to Pencil Art

Course Code: CSP-DRAW1

This class is open to everyone, whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc., and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn:

  • How to create fur, skin, etc. 
  • How to use erasure to create depth and realism
  • The importance of layering and blending
  • Effects of smooth vs. textured paper 

Please bring the following supplies to class: 

  • Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils (12-piece set)
  • Kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener
  • Sketch pad or drawing paper

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This class is open to everyone whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc. and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn: - how to create fur, skin, etc. - how to use erasure to create depth and realism - the importance of layering and blending - effects of smooth vs. textured paper Please bring the following supplies to class: - Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils-12 piece set - kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener - sketch pad or drawing paper
Meeting time and location:
08/06/24 - 08/27/24
Tue 10a - 11:30a
Orringer Hall, Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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The Community Enrichment Program (CEP) at Craven Community College provides a diverse array of non-credit, short-term, and affordable courses. Classes are open to anyone who wants to keep learning while having fun! Topics offered are based on community input and range in skill levels from beginner to advanced. Classes can take place in one session or span several weeks. Please note: CEP classes cannot be used for credit toward any of our degree programs.

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