About the Demo

Michele will demonstrate how to use colored pencils to create vibrant drawings of still lifes and animals. You’ll learn her methods for building dimension and realism through layering and blending, as well as techniques to achieve highlights, shadows and textures.

Artist Statement

I have been drawing since childhood, an interest inspired by my artistic family members. My college art professor discouraged my realistic style, so instead of pursuing art, I  had a fulfilling 30-year career teaching Special Education. I rediscovered my love for drawing in 2016, and since then, my work has been featured in art exhibitions and a variety of venues throughout Brandon and Tampa.  I specialize in representational art, using colored pencils and pastels to capture details and textures. I find joy in combining my love of art with my love of teaching.  Currently, I teach art classes throughout the community.  My hope is that my art inspires curiosity and a deeper appreciation for colored pencils as a fine art medium. 

I create representational art capturing details and textures with colored pencils and pastels. My goal is two-fold: to elevate colored pencils as a fine art medium and to share my knowledge by teaching art classes in the community.