7-8 Students per class

Colored Pencil Drawing Course Syllabus

What is colored pencil drawing?
First, let’s briefly understand colored pencil drawing: it is a form of art that combines sketching theory and color theory, using colored pencils as the primary medium.

Why choose to learn colored pencil drawing?
Because it is easy to master, produces beautiful results, and requires simple, easy-to-use tools. It is especially suitable for young children or beginners with no prior art experience. In addition, learning colored pencil drawing can lay a strong foundation for mastering other forms of art.

Full Colored Pencil Drawing Curriculum (72–80 hours)

Levels:

• Beginner Class (Still Life)

• Intermediate Class (Landscape)

• Advanced Class (Animals and Portraits)

Beginner Class (Still Life) Curriculum (24 hours)

First Phase: Fundamental Skills and Practice

1. Colored Pencil Techniques and Practice

• Learn the correct techniques for using colored pencils, focusing on linework, color blending, and gradient practice.

2. Color Theory and Practical Application

• Study the basic properties of color to understand, feel, and express colors. Master the ability to use color effectively in colored pencil drawing, applying techniques for layering and blending.

3. Sketching Theory and Shape Construction

• Learn and practice the eight commonly used methods for constructing shapes in drawing.

Second Phase: Still Life Drawing Practice (Three Pieces)

Objectives:

• Learn the full process of creating a still life drawing: shaping → base coloring → enhancing (form, light and shadow, color) → detailing → adjustments.

• Apply color theory through the creation of still life drawings in three primary color schemes:

  • Red Series Still Life – Drawing of an Apple

  • Yellow Series Still Life – Drawing of a Sunflower

  • Blue Series Still Life – Drawing of a Plum

Third Phase: Review and Independent Creation

• Review key techniques, critique student work, and guide students in completing an independent creative piece under teacher supervision.

Class Timing Breakdown

• First Phase: 2 classes (4 hours total)

• Second Phase: 9 classes (18 hours total)

• Third Phase: 1 class (2 hours total)