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Art with Pastels for Beginners is a practical introduction to one of the most colourful and immediate of artistic media. Pastels can be used to create richly observed studies, bold expressive images and everything in between.

On the course, led by artist Max Fletcher, you will learn essential technical and creative skills, including how to use different kinds of pastel, blend and layer colour, build tone, and create texture. You will work from a range of subjects and visual references selected by your tutor, while experimenting with approaches from careful observation to more personal and expressive work.

You will also discover how artists have used pastel in different periods and styles, providing inspiration and context for your own developing practice.

This adult education course is open to everyone. No previous experience is necessary.

Special equipment needed 

You will need to provide your own art materials. Details will be sent to you before the start of the course.

Term dates

•  Lent/Spring Term: week beginning 11 January 2027 until week ending 19 March 2027

For course content enquiries: Contact the Programme Manager, Dr Michael Paraskos, at m.paraskos@imperial.ac.uk

For enrolment and booking enquiries: Contact Christian Jacobi at c.jacobi@imperial.ac.uk

Class recordings

These classes are not recorded.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø certificates

This course has no exams or assessments, so you can focus on enjoying your learning. If you attend regularly, you may also receive an 51³Ô¹ÏÍø attendance certificate. (T&Cs apply).