Color theory for Colored pencil – Expressive drawings with a limited palette

Over the course of this lesson, we’re going to be analyzing the fundamentals of color theory, how they can be applied to a work of art, and simple steps to achieving harmonious color combinations. In the end, we’ll synthesize our newfound understanding into a final drawing of a pear.

Topics covered:

• History of color theory
• Color schemas and harmonies
• Color wheel and its applications
• Color swatches for colored pencil
• How to layer colors effectively
• Various ways to blend colored pencil
• How to create variety in your pictures with color
• The Do’s and don’ts of realistic colored pencil drawing etc.