European landscapes and motifs expressed with oil pastels, drawn as if they were traveling

This class is a class where you can enjoy oil pastels as if you were going on a trip to Europe together ♪

While learning basic drawing and expression methods, I draw a variety of motifs, such as retro and antique landscapes of Europe, favorite cafes and foods I visited during my trip, and memorable paintings I saw in museums.

The whole class is based on the concept of “traveling to Europe,” and we will draw memories and experiences during the trip with oil pastels.

_{▲European cityscapes drawn in class}

It is recommended not only for those who have drawn illustrations with oil pastels, but also for those who are drawing illustrations with oil pastels for the first time.

After attending the course, please draw your own memories and expectations for future trips with oil pastels, making use of what you have learned and the motifs you have practiced through this class ♪

How good would it be if I could leave memories of my trip with illustrations

When you're traveling, there are moments when you want to burn the places and scenery you've visited, and the atmosphere of that space into your eyes.

What you capture in the photo is wonderful, but the scenery you saw and the feeling you feltUse your memories as a foundation of inspiration for your travelsWhen I drawDon't you think it's going to be even more special?

_{▲Part of the work I draw}

After taking this class, you will be able to draw a scene from a trip with oil pastels by learning tips for painting landscapes, how to draw complex motifs in a simplified manner, how to draw detailed depictions that feel difficult, and how to use colors to enjoy the atmosphere.

Let's preserve your memories with oil pastels.

_{▲Draw pictures of memories from the Czech Republic as illustrations}

Express color and texture by layering, and painting

That's where it's interesting

The interesting thing about oil pastels is that colors don't mix like paint. Delicate color differences are expressed by layering colors on top of colors.

Even with the same background color, the impression changes drastically, such as an expression that envelops light by changing the overlapping colors, or the shadows become dull.It is an art material that you can enjoy even the process of applying colors using the technique of applying colors without mixing them.

_{▲European buildings where you can learn about color expressions}

There are also various methods for layering, and you can also rub oil pastels to create gradations, or draw while applying pressure to create a thickness like an oil painting.

Oil pastels are more oily than crayons and are easier to stretch, so you can draw soft expressions like watercolors or profound pictures like oil paintings. By expanding the range of expression, you can draw illustrations with a retro atmosphere that makes you feel somewhat nostalgic ♪

In this class, you will learn how to color colors and how to express texture while drawing motifs of European buildings and works of art.

_{▲A picture of the sky and Van Gogh where you can enjoy the texture}

Learn delicate expressions while drawing detailed motifs

I often hear people say that drawing small motifs is difficult because oil pastels tend to get rounded at the tips.

I also found it difficult at first, but I gradually got the hang of it. I will also tell you exactly what you are conscious of when drawing detailed motifs while drawing cafe menus etc. Being able to draw even small motifs should expand the range of works.

_{▲Learn how to express in detail a cafe menu}

What is important in drawing a memorable sceneDeciding what to draw and what not to draw

I often hear voices saying, “It is difficult to paint a picture of a place visited, such as a landscape or a building, or the atmosphere of that place.” If you want to draw everything you can see, the hurdle is high and you won't be able to express it as you would like, so it's important to decide what to draw and what not to draw. I will tell you my know-how so that you can learn tips for painting landscapes, simplified ways to draw complex motifs, and use colors to enjoy the atmosphere.

In addition to its ease of use, oil pastels are attractive art materials with a wide range of expression, color development, and a cute appearance that rolls like crayons.

It may seem like a fresh art material, but that's why it brings out a new sense of sensibility, and every time you draw a picture, there are discoveries, and your time drawing should be a lot of fun.

Whether you are a first-time user or an experienced person, why don't you enjoy the world of oil pastels together? Let's go on an oil pastel journey together!