Tue 06 May
|Patch at Bobby's Bournemouth
Oil Pastel for Beginners 5 week Course | Fun & Easy Art Learning
Whether you’re picking up oil pastels for the first time or looking to refine your technique, this course will guide you through everything you need to create work that feels intentional, expressive, and truly yours.
Time & Location
06 May 2025, 18:00 – 03 Jun 2025, 20:00
Patch at Bobby's Bournemouth, Patch, 1F, The Square, Bobbys, 2-12 Commercial Rd, Bournemouth BH2 5LP, UK
About
Oil pastels can be unpredictable, messy, and frustrating—but they can also be effortless, vibrant, and deeply satisfying when you know how to use them.
This 5-week in-person course is for anyone who wants to stop struggling with oil pastels and start using them with confidence. Whether you're a total beginner or someone who’s dabbled and felt stuck, I’ll guide you through simple, effective techniques that make oil pastels work for you.
Who This Course Is For:
Complete beginners who don’t know where to start
Hobbyists who want to improve their technique
Artists who want to loosen up & experiment with a new medium
Anyone who feels stuck in a cycle of frustration with oil pastels No prior experience? No problem. No need for perfectionism either—this course is all about structure, freedom, and enjoyment.
Why Join?
🎨 You’ve probably tried oil pastels before — only to end up with muddy colours, waxy textures, and a page that doesn’t look quite right. Sound familiar?
Instead of guessing your way through, I’ll teach you the exact techniques to blend, layer, and build textures without the mess. By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident in your skills and walk away with finished pieces you’re proud of.
Art should feel good. You don’t need permission to create, and you definitely don’t need to "get it right" on the first try. I’ll help you refine the messy, unfinished, and unclear — so you can express yourself without second-guessing every mark.
What You'll Learn
Blend seamlessly without ruining your colours
Create vibrant, layered textures without the mess
Use composition & colour theory to elevate your work
Fix mistakes without starting over
Find your own artistic style — without comparison or self-doubt
Course Details
📅 5 weeks on Tuesdays, starting on the May 6th – June 3rd
⏰ 6 PM - 8 PM (extra time until 8:30 PM for tidying up)
📍 Patch at Bobby’s, Bournemouth
I’ll provide step-by-step guidance, hands-on demos, and personalised feedback so you can learn at your own pace. Think of it as an art class meets a creative escape—structured enough to build your skills, but relaxed enough to enjoy the process.
Common Challenges This Course Solves
"I love oil pastels, but I don’t know where to start."
"My colours look too dull or too bright — I can’t find the right balance."
"I struggle to keep my artwork fresh and lively over time."
"My drawings look unfinished, but I don’t know how to refine them."
"Adding details with pastels feels impossible!"
"Sometimes my textures feel sloppy, other times they look too washed out."
Choose the option that works best for you:
🎨 Full Experience (materials included in the class): £220
🖍 BYO Materials (list provided on request): £125
This structured, step-by-step course will change the way you use oil pastels — helping you build confidence, experiment freely, and finally create pieces that feel finished.
Overview
2 hours1. Getting to know the material
2 hours2. Scratchboard and limited palette
Tickets
Oil Pastel Course - Beginners
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