Easy drawing with oil pastels for beginners

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Drawing a Tree Scene with Oil Pastels
In this tutorial, I'll show you how to create a serene tree scene using oil pastels. Oil pastels are a versatile medium that allows for rich, vibrant colors and expressive textures, making them perfect for capturing the natural beauty of a tree.
Materials Needed:
Oil pastels
Drawing paper or pastel paper
Blending stumps or cotton swabs
Kneaded eraser
Fixative spray (optional)
Steps:
Sketching the Outline: Begin by lightly sketching the basic outline of your tree and the surrounding landscape. Focus on the trunk, branches, and any significant features in the background.
Base Colors: Apply the base colors for the sky, ground, and tree. Use light, even strokes to build up the color gradually. For the sky, blend different shades of blue, and for the ground, use various greens and browns.
Adding Details: Start adding details to the tree. Use darker shades of brown and green to create the bark's texture and the foliage. Blend the colors to create a natural, seamless look.
Enhancing with Highlights: Use lighter colors to add highlights to the tree and the landscape. This will create depth and dimension in your artwork.
Blending: Blend the colors smoothly using blending stumps or cotton swabs. This will soften the transitions and create a more cohesive look.
Final Touches: Add any final details, such as leaves, grass, or flowers. Use the kneaded eraser to lift off any excess pastel and refine your work.
Fixing the Artwork: If desired, use a fixative spray to set the pastels and prevent smudging.
By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a beautiful tree scene that showcases the richness and vibrancy of oil pastels.
Creating a Purple Mountain Scenery with Oil Pastels
In this tutorial, I'll guide you through the process of creating a breathtaking purple mountain scenery using oil pastels. This piece is perfect for practicing color blending and capturing the serene beauty of a mountainous landscape.
Materials Needed:
Oil pastels
Drawing paper or pastel paper
Blending stumps or cotton swabs
Kneaded eraser
Fixative spray (optional)
Steps:
Sketching the Composition: Start by lightly sketching the outline of the mountains, sky, and any other elements in your scene, such as trees or a lake. Keep the lines simple and fluid.
Laying Down Base Colors: Apply the base colors for the sky, mountains, and any other elements. For the sky, use shades of blue, pink, and purple to create a gradient. For the mountains, use different shades of purple, blue, and gray.
Building Depth: Add layers of color to the mountains to build depth and dimension. Use darker shades for the shadows and lighter shades for the highlights. Blend the colors to create smooth transitions.
Enhancing the Scene: Add details to the foreground and background, such as trees, rocks, or a water body. Use green, brown, and blue pastels for these elements, and blend them well.
Highlighting: Use white or light-colored pastels to add highlights to the mountains and other elements. This will create a sense of light and add realism to your scene.
Blending: Blend the colors thoroughly using blending stumps or cotton swabs. This will ensure a smooth, cohesive look.
Final Adjustments: Make any final adjustments to your artwork. Use the kneaded eraser to lift off any excess pastel and refine the details.
Fixing the Artwork: If desired, use a fixative spray to set the pastels and protect your artwork from smudging.
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