Martin will cover the fundamentals of using colored pencils to create artwork, focusing on techniques like layering, blending, and color mixing. Students will learn how to apply colored pencils effectively, understand color theory and develop their drawing skills. The class will also explore techniques like layering, cross-hatching, blending, burnishing, and creating smooth gradients. We will learn how to apply drawing principles like proportion, line weight, add shading to colored pencil work and specialized advanced techniques like creating textures, simulating different materials, like fur or glass, or combining colored pencils with other media like watercolor or markers. Finally, you will explore your own artistic voice and develop a personal style and unique approach to their artwork using colored pencils.