Learn all about colour pencil as a medium for nature-inspired art!

• Dates: 22 July – 12 August 2026
  Days/Times: Wednesdays 9:30am - 12.00pm
  Location: NatureArt Lab Studio, M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith, ACT

About the workshop:

Not sure where to begin with creating your own colour pencil drawing? This course will cover the basics of colour pencil drawing, getting familiar with colour pencil types and equipment choices.  The course includes colour theory, learning how to mix and blend colours and create a range of textures. You will complete a series of artworks with different techniques to build familiarity and confidence with the colour pencil medium. Students can work at their own pace and preference - either your choice of project or completion of exercises covering different techniques.

Learning Outcomes:

• Knowledge of materials and equipment used with colour pencil drawings.
• From beginning to end - discussing the steps from concept to finished drawing.
• Knowledge of basic colour pencil techniques - colour layering, colour blending, colour mixing and pencil marks.
• Demonstrated understanding of how to approach and develop colour pencil drawings.
  

Learning Outcomes:

This course is suitable for 16+ beginners with little to no drawing experience, or for those wishing to build on the foundations of their drawing using the taught techniques.

Materials:  A list of materials will be sent following enrolment.  Please check your JUNK and SPAM folders if you haven't seen this email within 2 days.

About the tutor: 

Canberra based, Renee Prescott, has a passion for sharing her love of nature that many of us walk past or often can’t see. Renee is an avid photographer of nature’s awe-inspiring macro world, with a particular interest in fungi, moss and insects. Over the past years she has complemented her photography by focusing on various art mediums, including graphite; pen & ink; coloured pencil; and watercolour, to re-create the beauty and uniqueness of natural subjects (particularly when photos don’t do them justice). Renee looks forward to sharing her practical knowledge and experience to inspire participants in developing their artistic endeavours with nature.

NatureArt Lab Awards

2022, Telstra Best of Business Award Winner for Promoting Sustainability, ACT; and National Finalist Award

2024, Telstra Best of Business Award Winner for Building Communities, ACT; and National Finalist Award

2025, Telstra Best of Business Award Finalist for Promoting Sustainability, ACT; and Finalist for Accelerating Women, ACT

2025, Awards Australia Semi-Finalist for Connecting Communities, NSW and ACT; and Semi-Finalist for Small Business Award NSW and ACT. 

Image credits: Renee Prescott