Monochrome Pet Portrait Pastel Painting by Audrey Ng
Monochrome Pet Portrait Pastel Painting
Pastel Art Workshop By Audrey Ng
A Monochrome Pet Portrait Pastel Painting workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn the art of creating stunning pastel portraits of your beloved furry companions. In a typical workshop, participants will be guided through the process of capturing their pet’s essence in shades of a single color, resulting in elegant and timeless artworks.
Outline of a Monochrome Pet Portrait Pastel Painting workshop:
Introduction
- Welcome participants and introduce the instructor.
- Briefly discuss the technique of monochrome pastel painting and its benefits.
- Emphasize the importance of capturing the pet’s personality and emotions through the use of light and shadow.
Materials and Techniques
- Familiarize participants with the various types of pastel pencils and their characteristics.
- Demonstrate basic pastel painting techniques, such as layering, blending, and using different strokes to create texture.
- Introduce the concept of tonal values and how to establish a range of values for the monochrome portrait.
Design and Sketching
- Provide guidance on selecting a suitable reference photo that captures the pet’s essence.
- Assist participants in sketching the outline of their pet’s form onto the pastel paper using a soft pencil.
- Emphasize the importance of accurate proportions and capturing the pet’s unique features.
Creating the Monochrome Palette
- Guide participants in selecting a single color that complements their pet’s fur or features.
- Discuss mixing and blending techniques to create a range of values within the chosen color.
- Emphasize the importance of maintaining consistency in the color throughout the painting.
Rendering the Pet Portrait
- Assist participants in applying pastels, starting with the darkest values to establish shadows and define contours.
- Encourage gradual blending to create smooth tonal transitions and capture the subtle nuances of fur texture.
- Emphasize the importance of paying attention to details like eyes, fur patterns, and facial expressions.
Refining and Finishing
- Guide participants in stepping back and evaluating their paintings, making adjustments to values,blending, and details as needed.
- Demonstrate techniques for smudging excess pastel dust and achieving a polished finish.
- Encourage participants to add their personal touches and signature to their completed artworks.
What is included in this Workshop:
All participants will receive high quality products consist of pastel, paper, and blending tools to bring back after the workshop.

About The Artist
Audrey Ng’s journey with Pastel Nagomi Art (PNA) is an incredible testament to the power of passion and dedication. As a stay-at-home mom in January 2016, she sought to find fulfillment and purpose at home, and her life took a transformative turn when she discovered Pastel Nagomi Art through a close friend.
Within just three months of immersing herself in PNA, Audrey honed her skills and became a master of the art form. Eager to share the beauty and therapeutic benefits of PNA with others, she embarked on a journey of conducting numerous home and corporate workshops. Her workshops became a source of joy, inspiration, and creativity for participants, creating a positive impact on their lives.
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Cancellation Policy
Once registered, participants are not eligible for a refund if they decide to withdraw from the workshop. However, Overjoyed reserves the right to make amendments or cancel the workshop (with a full refund) while providing prior notice to all registered participants.Event Time and Cancellation
TASA Gallery reserves the right to modify the event time or cancel the event in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified promptly of any changes or cancellations.- Minimum Participation Requirement
To commence the workshop, a minimum of 8 participants must be registered. In the event of workshop cancellation due to insufficient participation, paid participants will be notified at least 1 day in advance, and a full refund will be issued. - Cleanliness Responsibility
We kindly request that participants ensure the event space is cleaned up after use. Your cooperation in maintaining a clean and pleasant environment is greatly appreciated. Photography and Video Recording Consent
In accordance with PDPA regulations, Overjoyed will capture photographs and record videos during the workshop. By registering for this workshop, participants are considered to have granted consent to be photographed, recorded in videos, or included in these media as required for purposes such as publicity, illustration, advertising, and online content.