Today we explored dry media that is not normally associated with water, such as soft pastel, charcoal and Conté crayon.
We used wet brushes and spray bottles to wet the dry pastel and charcoal after it had been applied to the aper. We also tried laying the dry media onto wet paper. Some students used their wet brushes directly on the stick of pastel to create “paint”.
Inspired by Bonfire night, we also investigated the use of bright colours by using a sharp edge to scrape along the soft pastels to create areas of colourful pastel “dust” on the paper, and then sprayed it with water.
The effects from all the experiments were gorgeously thick and textural. Some of the works are in progress. An exciting art session, thank you, everyone.
