Post Impressionism in Pastels with Life Models

Melbourne • April 17, 2026 • 3 Days

Join renowned Australian pastel artist Judy Drew for this 3 day workshop.   Judy will be teaching in pastel and charcoal from life over 3 days with the first day dedicated to still life and days 2 and 3 dedicated to working from the dressed model (model fees included).


Teacher

Judy Drew

Australian painter Judy Drew was born in 1951. Her passion for the Post-Impressionism period and the influence of Japanese art in the late 1880’s, along with her creative sense of colour and form, ...
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Judy Drew

Materials Included

Easels and boards are provided at the venue.

  • A few sheets of cartridge paper
  • Compressed & Willow Charcoal
  • Kneadable Eraser
  • Firm Rubber
  • 2 or 3 Sheets of Black Mi-Teints pastel paper (sanded type)
  • A small range of flesh-toned hard conte pastels including black and white. Recommended brands: Jack Richeson, Alpha Fine Texture Brands or Conte a Paris in the following colours: 
    1. Flesh
    2. Light Orange
    3. Madder
    4. Raw Umber
    5. Black
    6. White
  • A range of soft coloured pastels (Schminke brand is Judy's preference)
  • A hand held mirror
  • Fixative (any brand of workable fixative)
  • Tortillon (blending stick/burnisher)

NOTE: We encourage students to bring along a range of still life objects and material suitable for still life work such as any special fabrics. Small items that will fit on a desk in front of you.  You will have the opportunity to set up your own still life arrangement.

Location

1310 Malvern Road, Malvern VIC 3144
Studio 1310 at Senior Arts Supplies

WORKING FROM STILL LIFE

The day will begin with a brief talk and demonstration drawing along with in depth discussion around how to set up your still life and Judy's process around this. This will be about fine tuning your powers of observation. We will look at how different ways of lighting can create a sense of drama to the work. If you are a beginner you can work in charcoal and if you are experienced in pastel you can work in colour. 

DAY TWO
WORKING IN CHARCOAL WITH A LIFE MODEL

Day two is around Judy's process on portraiture. You will work in charcoal to evaluate tone and values. We will also see the exciting effect using a kneadable Rubber can have when used to create variations in the tones and the especially the charcoal surface. Although aiming for a likeness, the exercise will be more about creating a work which shows emotion and drama.

DAY THREE
WORKING IN COLOUR/PASTEL WITH A LIFE MODEL

If you don't have experience with pastel or pastel materials, you can stick to charcoal. 

The day will begin with a brief talk and demonstration of using pastel on black paper. Again we will be fine tuning our powers of observation and will look at the influence of Japanese art on The Post Impressionists. Their observations on how flattened areas of colour, elimination of shadows and an emphasis on colour and light can create works which were refreshing and vibrant.

PLEASE NOTE that this is not a beginners workshop. We recommend that you attend if you have had some experience with drawing prior. It is perfect for those of you who have not had the chance to work from life before and for those with some drawing experience wanting to extend their portraiture skills and/or pastel skills.

LOCATION

Senior Art Supplies (Studio 1310), 1310 Malvern Road, Malvern VIC 3144 

Note: The workshop is held upstairs but there is a lift if you have mobility issues.  

BOOKING CONDITIONS

Please note that Artable does not provide refunds for workshops under any circumstances. If you provide more than 7 days notice, you can apply for a credit to another workshop. Check our refunds page for further details and COVID-19 related policies.

Please note that if a workshop is sold out a sold out sign will appear on the listing and you will be unable to book in. If a workshop does not have the number or spots that you require, a note will pop up saying 'out of stock'.

LUNCH

There are a couple of great coffee shops and other food options nearby and also a fridge on site if you'd prefer to bring your own.

PARKING

Park in the surrounding back streets or catch the tram which stops near the front door.  

IMPORTANT NOTE

From time to time, we have to cancel workshops for reasons well outside of our control.  We try very hard to limit this.  Artable will give you a confirmation 21 days in advance.  Please make sure that you book accommodation that is flexible if you are travelling to us and we recommend travel insurance.

Location:

Studio 1310 at Senior Arts Supplies, 1310 Malvern Rd, Malvern VIC 3144