Beginner Colour Pencil Drawing Class: Draw a Sunset

Draw a sunset with the primary colour pencils of red, blue, and yellow at Millgum Farm in the Swan Valley!


Yol Creative
Yol Creative
4.9 (22)

1 hour Class size 2 to 30 guests       $60 (PayPal Pay in 4 available)
Establishing a horizon line

Establishing a Horizon Line

Choose whether you want your horizon in the middle of the page or higher or lower. Usually having it off centre allows for more visual interest.


Using yellow

Using Yellow

To create an intensity of the sunset working with yellow layering up shading with firmer pressure at the horizon line moving up into the sky.


Introducing red

Introducing Red

Gently incorporate red over a portion of the yellow further away from the horizon line.


Add blue

Add Blue

Start introducing blue from the top of the page moving down to the horizon line carefully blending into the red to form purple.


Creating a reflection

Creating a Reflection

Now use the yellow in various shades by firmly and lightly shading the suns reflection on the water.


Drawing the ocean

Drawing the Ocean

Using the blue firmer at the horizon line moving down and lightly across into the sun’s reflection.


Forming depth in the ocean

Forming Depth in the Ocean

To create depth and visual interest use the red gently over the blue to create purple and blue over the yellow to create green.


Blending

Blending

Final blending allows you to create further depth in parts of the drawing. Final touches to your finished ocean drawing.


In this exciting workshop, you will learn how to draw a sunset using primary coloured pencils of red, blue, and yellow - a perfect activity for looking to explore their artistic side. Throughout the class, you will be guided on techniques to create a stunning sunset illustration, allowing you to take home a beautiful piece of art at the end.
Don't worry if you're new to drawing - this workshop is designed to be beginner-friendly and engaging, providing you with a wonderful opportunity to unleash your creativity. You'll be encouraged to experiment with blending these primary colours to bring your sunset to life, all under expert guidance.
The class will be a hands-on experience, where you'll have the chance to practise different shading and colouring techniques using red, blue, and yellow pencils. As you immerse yourself in the process, you may find a sense of calm and accomplishment wash over you, making the experience both enjoyable and beneficial for your well-being.
By the end of the workshop, you will have created a unique sunset drawing that showcases your newfound skills and creativity. Embrace the opportunity to learn how to draw with primary coloured pencils and express yourself artistically through this enriching activity.
Alternative medium options include using:
  • Acrylic paint
  • Watercolour
  • Crayons
  • Chalk
This workshop it is also available as a one to one workshop.
What you'll get
Participants will walk away with their own hand-made sunset drawing on quality paper.
Knowledge required
Participants are encouraged to complete the Fundamental Colour Wheel workshop prior to attending this workshop.
What to bring
All materials provided.
Location

Millendon, WA

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Beginner Colour Pencil Drawing Class: Draw a Sunset location
Your teacher

Yol Creative
Yol Creative

4.9 (22)
female Women-owned

I founded Yol Creative in 2024 to provide art and woodwork workshops, aiming to empower individuals to explore their creative potential and foster a sense of community.
With a solid foundation in creativity cultivated at a Rudolph Steiner School in Switzerland and a double major in Fine Art from the University of Western Australia, I teach woodwork, sculpture, and art at three Steiner Schools.
At West Coast, Silvertree, and Helena River Steiner Schools, I have developed engaging woodwork programs, including a homeschooling initiative at Helena River Steiner School.
Workshops are held at Millgum Farm in the Swan Valley or at Helena River Steiner School depending on the number of participants.
2026-06-12 15:00:00
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