Create Beautiful, Realistic Coloured Pencil Drawings
Create Beautiful, Realistic
Coloured Pencil Drawings
(Without Relying On Art Tutorials Or Expensive Supplies)
- 15 Hours of Training
- 2,600+ Students
- 4.9 Average Rating
- 15 Hours of Training
- 2,600+ Students
- 4.9 Average Rating
From the studio of Kirsty Partridge
England, UK
Have you ever stared at a blank piece of paper, coloured pencil in hand, and wondered “Where do I even start?!”
Confused on which colours to choose, no idea which layer to start with, and lacking the skills to add the right textures and details.
Do you ever get frustrated with your drawings, and give up half-way through because they look
nothing like the reference?
Wondering if you’ll ever draw something you’re proud of, thinking maybe a more expensive pencil set will do the trick.
And do you ever look at your finished pieces and think…
From the studio of Kirsty Partridge
England, UK
Have you ever stared at a blank piece of paper, coloured pencil in hand, and wondered “Where do I even start?!”
Confused on which colours to choose, no idea which layer to start with, and lacking the skills to add the right textures and details.
Do you ever get frustrated with your drawings, and give up half-way through because they look nothing like the reference?
Wondering if you’ll ever draw something you’re proud of, thinking maybe a more expensive pencil set will do the trick.
And do you ever look at your finished pieces and think…
Why Do All My Drawings Look
Cartoonish And Two-Dimensional?!
Why Do All My Drawings
Look Cartoonish And
Two-Dimensional?!
If there’s anything I’ve learned after working with nearly 21,000 artists in my premium art classes, plus the feedback I’ve gotten on over 61 Million views on YouTube…
It’s that we all go through the same struggles when it comes to mastering the art of coloured pencil drawing.
It’s a slow medium. It requires a lot of precision and control.
And sadly, because it’s such a challenging medium (when you don’t have the tools I’m about to show you), I see way too many artists giving up because they don’t think they “have the talent.”
But what you need to realize is…
Drawing With Coloured Pencils Is
A Skillset That Anyone Can Learn!
Drawing With Coloured Pencils Is A Skillset That Anyone Can Learn!
Would you try to play the piano, and give up if it didn’t sound right on your first try?
Then why would it be any different when drawing with coloured pencils?!
And don’t tell me it’s because you can’t afford expensive pencils…
I’ll show you how to create a super realistic drawing with an affordable 12 pencil from Amazon.
Just like any other skill, drawing with coloured pencils is a skill ANYONE can master.
For example…
Would you try to play the piano, and give up if it didn’t sound right on your first try?
Then why would it be any different when drawing with coloured pencils?!
And don’t tell me it’s because you can’t afford expensive pencils…
I’ll show you how to create a super realistic drawing with an affordable 12 pencil from Amazon.
Just like any other skill, drawing with coloured pencils is a skill ANYONE can master.
Do You Make These
Coloured Pencil Mistakes?
Let’s take a look at some of the most common mistakes artists make when drawing with coloured pencils:
They Don’t Have A Gameplan
When most artists start their drawings, they have no idea how to draw an accurate sketch, which colours to choose, and what layers to start and end with.
But what if I told you there was a set of questions you can ask yourself before starting your next drawing…
That gives you a crystal clear gameplan for sketching perfection proportions, choosing accurate colours, and knowing exactly when to add each layer to your drawing?
They Don’t Understand Values
This one is huge!
When it comes to drawing a realistic image, most beginners think choosing the right colours is the most important part…
But understanding values is WAY MORE important!
Your colours can actually be quite off if your shadows are dark enough and your highlights are accurate. I’ll show you why in the next section…
Drawing with coloured pencils really can get stressful the more time you put into your drawing…
Because the more layers you add, the more likely you are to make a mistake and RUIN your drawing!
Which is why so many novice artists finish their drawings early, afraid to try solvents and other blending techniques that would dramatically smooth out their drawings…
And adding the right texture and details to get their drawings to pop and come to life.
If Any Of These Sound Familiar
Trust Me, You're Not Alone!
If Any Of These Sound Familiar Trust Me, You're Not Alone!
When I started my YouTube channel back in 2015, I quickly realized that my most popular videos were the ones where I broke down the HOW behind the art.
Over time, I started recording premium art tutorials – Showing step by step how I chose my colours, how I added each layer, as well as blending and sketching techniques…
And I’ve been lucky to have over 21,000 people purchase my tutorials, where I get messages like these daily from artists who have used my tutorials:
But What Do You Do When You
Want To Draw Your Own Reference?!
But What Do You Do
When You Want To Draw
Your Own Reference?!
But the more tutorials I put out, the more I started noticing a problem.
When someone purchased one of my tutorials, they were easily able to follow along with me, using the reference I chose, and creating something that looked realistic.
The challenge was when they wanted to use their own reference, like a picture of their family or someone’s pet…
Whenever they went off on their own, their drawings never looked realistic!
And what I’ve come to realize is…
No Art Tutorial Will Ever Give
You Everything You Need To
Master Coloured Pencil Drawing
After seeing the same questions pop up again and again, as well getting countless comments on YouTube asking for help…
I’ve decided to create a comprehensive online course that distills down everything I’ve learned over the last 5+ of years teaching in my premium art tutorials.
And teach you in a visual, step by step framework, a method for drawing ANY reference you want.
So that instead of doing lots of trial and error or needing to follow along to an art tutorial…
You’ll know exactly when to add each layer, the theory behind choosing the right colours and values, and how to effortlessly draw in the details without the fear of making a mistake.
(Actual Drawings From The Course)
Introducing...
The Coloured Pencil Academy
The Most Comprehensive Coloured Pencil Drawing Course Online
Specifically Designed For Artists To Create More Realistic Drawings
(No Matter How Challenging The Reference)
The Most Comprehensive Coloured Pencil Drawing Course Online
With 15+ hours of video trainings housed inside a private members area, showing you the WHY behind the drawing…
And boiling it all down into guides, formulas and strategies that are easy to apply.
Showing you every step of the way as we move from sketching and proportions, to colour theory and values…
To confidently drawing more challenging references like animals, and human portraits.
Giving you the power to…
Draw ANY Reference You Want
(And Have A Lot Of Fun Doing It!)
No matter what skill level you’re today:
- If you’re just starting out, this course will give you the essential framework to start creating realistic drawings by the time you finish the very first section
- If you’ve used coloured pencils before but your drawings didn’t look realistic, this course will show you how to create drawings that are as good as anything you’ve seen from the top artists on YouTube and Instagram
- And even if you’ve been drawing with coloured pencils for years, this course will show you how to master more complicated references like animals and portraits as well as dramatically speeding up your workflow
So if you’re ready to level up your drawings, then click the big purple button below and join me inside The Coloured Pencil Academy!
So if you’re ready to level up
your drawings, then click
the big purple button below!
Natasha Beckwith
More valuable than my Art Degree!
I learned so much in this course and am still learning from it as I watch parts again. I wish I had courses like this when I attended University, I would have been so much more confident as an artist and saved a ton of money. Thank you Kirsty for all the hard work and endless hours given to create this absolute Gem!
Jeff Cameron
Immediate improvement in my artistic efforts!
Kirsty’s gifted ability to teach others how to quickly improve their drawing, whether a novice or a professional artist, is simply amazing. Her Coloured Pencil Academy is fantastic, allowing people to move at their own pace, creating an online experience where over 400 artists can share their work, encourage each other, and enhance the learning process – this is absolutely fantastic!
Darlene Rodriguez
Take this class, you won’t regret it.
Kirsty Partridge has once again delivered. Her evident love of this medium and tremendously enthusiastic teaching style is only surpassed by the kindness she exudes towards her students. Kirsty is your cheerleader, she is in your corner, and one can actually feel her exhorting you on to go higher. Plus, she offers an amazing discount for all this course delivers. Grateful in the USA….
David Gray
Awesome Course
As a rank beginner to colored pencil art I am finding this course absolutely wonderful. The course is presented in a clear easy to follow format so that even if you have never tried colored pencils you will find everything you need to know here…..it truly is the only course in colored pencils that you will ever need.
Here's How We'll Level Up
Your Drawings Together...
Intro: Setting Yourself Up For Success
Intro: Setting Yourself
Up For Success
Before we jump into the drawing, we need to first make sure you have the right mindset for success.
You’ll also learn how to setup your ideal workspace environment, so that whenever you’re ready to draw it’s an exciting and fun experience instead of a chore.
Here’s some of what you’ll learn:
- The Motivation Mindset: Just because it’s a challenging medium doesn’t mean you can’t have fun! I’ll show you how to embrace the process so you look forward to your drawing sessions instead of dreading them
- The Perfection Problem: One of the fastest paths to overwhelm is trying to master every drawing skill at once! I’ll show you how to baby step your way to success as you build confidence and momentum leveling up your skills
- Coloured Pencil Buyer’s Guide: Buying the most expensive pencil set can actually do more harm than good when you’re starting out – I’ll walk you through the Dos and Don’ts for buying supplies based on your skills, budget, and goals
- Beyond The Basics: From blending solvents, sharpening tools, and even tape – Get a list of some of my favorite “extra” supplies that will speed up the drawing process and make your drawings look more pro
We’ll finish the Introduction section by making sure your workspace is setup for success, with proper lighting, desk choice, and even where to place your supplies.
And finally, I’ll have you submit your latest drawing before you start the course so we can see how much better and realistic your drawings are by the end of the program!
Next it’s time to move onto…
Level 1: Mastering Sketches With Black And White Drawings
In Level 1 we’ll tackle two of the most important concepts for creating realistic drawings: Proportions and Values!
And because we are just getting started with coloured pencils, we are going to start out nice and easy by drawing a human eye. No complex colours or techniques.
Here’s some of what you’ll learn along the way:
- Value Fundamentals: Learn how to use the “value scale” to create more contrast in your drawings – PLUS: How to identify accurate values in ANY reference (With secret photoshop tips to make it even easier)
- Sketching Secrets: I’ll show you my favorite tactics for drawing accurate sketches EVERY time – And a sneaky trick many top artists use to draw perfect proportions when sketching their references
- Shading Made Easy: From how to hold your pencil, to pressure points and layering – Learn the most important shading techniques that will help you master black and white drawings and prepare you for adding colour
- Mastering Shadows: Get a step by step demonstration of how I layer each value (Shadows, Mid-tones, Highlights, etc.) and the best way to render your shadows to match the reference
- Mastering Highlights: I’ll also walk you step by step through adding highlights, and the most common mistakes to avoid when blending between layers
By the end of Level 1, you’ll already have a much better understanding of why some drawings look realistic, and others don’t…
With dozens of new techniques to try that will add an entirely new level of realism to your drawings.
But we won’t stop there! Next it’s time to move onto…
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