Teresa Mallen Studio

Coloured Pencil Artist

 

www.teresamallenstudio.com

 
 

Classes

At Teresa Mallen Studio, my goals as an art instructor are to inform and inspire. I am deeply committed to enhancing the lives of people who are seeking to learn and grow as artists. I share my passion for art through designing courses, kits, and teaching classes that assist students in fulfilling their artistic dreams. My desire is for students to experience pleasure and gain confidence as they master new skills and techniques. Acquiring knowledge can be fun.

Begin the incredible journey in becoming the artist you wish to be. Register for a class today!

 

*NEWS: In order to devote more time to her art, Teresa is currently taking a break from teaching. Any developments with regards to future scheduling will be posted here as well as in her newsletter.

Should you be interested in individual instruction, Teresa will continue to be available on an hourly basis. If you are in the Ottawa area, contact Teresa to arrange a personal consultation. If you are not in the Ottawa area, a consultation can take place via the internet.

 

Courses are held in Teresa's studio located in rural Ottawa (Dunrobin area), a 15 minute drive from the Queensway. With over 700 square feet and views of the surrounding forest and gardens, the studio is filled with plants as well as Teresa's collection of interesting nature finds. The music is on and the candles are lit. Come and enjoy this very creative environment.

 

 

Some student comments:

"Just a quick but hearty thank you for a great art-making day. It was a pleasure being in your studio and in your company. Great meeting the other budding artists too. What a terrific destination for anyone living in the city or the burbs needing an affordable mini-retreat!!! The country setting, fresh air...ahhh...what a tonic. Oh, not to mention the lunch and chocolate cream cheese dessert! Hell-o!!"

"Thank you for a wonderful day spent on Saturday with you at your studio. What an enjoyable, pleasant, fun, casual, relaxing, inspiring and creative workshop. I so enjoyed my day! And I so enjoyed the results of my art, that I am going to start a new project! I had a blast...thank you!"

"It was just enough info in any day but not overwhelming. I like that there was always something to do to teach us a technique but not so long that my attention wandered. And you gave me personally just the info to help me get started that just hadn't been explained very clearly in the books I had looked at in the past couple of years. And being able to try different pencils and papers etc. was extremely useful and would not have been possible without a lot of trial and error and time and expense. Thanks."

"Thank you for all your positive comments on my piece. You are an excellent teacher. I hope I can take another class with you."

"Thanks so much for your great inspiration."

 

Convenient and secure on line payment for registration is available. Please use the 'add to cart' buttons associated with the course you wish to register for. The links associated with the 'add to cart' button will allow you to pay via credit card, PayPal or bank transfers. Registration by mail via a money order is also an option. Please see the bottom of the page for details.

 
Solution Graphics

Coloured Pencil Basics

This course allows students to explore the possibilities of coloured pencils. Students learn about the differences between pencil brands and paper surfaces. The course covers techniques in applying, mixing and lifting colour as well as burnishing and impressing lines. In addition to theory and exercises, students gain practical experience by working on projects (line drawings are provided). Come learn in a fun, supportive environment.

Dates: TBA (three Saturday mornings, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.)

Course Fee: The course fee is $125.00. Price includes snacks and beverages. Step by step instructions, pictures and line drawings for the projects are printed off and given to students. This enables students to complete projects if they do not finish in class or they can redo them at their own convenience.

Materials Fee: $10.00. This fee covers the cost of the print making paper and other materials that are provided by the instructor. Students are asked to bring supplies such as masking tape, scissors, ruler, etc. Students also bring their own coloured pencils. Upon registration, a complete supplies list is provided as well as advice on the pencils to purchase.

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. If you are unable to register via credit card/paypal, details on registration can be found below (near the bottom of the page).

Once payment is received (by either method, on-line or by mail) you will be mailed a registration receipt. A supplies list will be included. A map including directions to Teresa's home will also be provided.

Beyond the Basics

This course has been designed to take students beyond the basics covered in Introduction to Coloured Pencil. Students will learn how to work more effectively with colour. Learning how to create colour harmony in a painting will enable students to take their art to a new level. Students will practice how to see colour and will gain a greater understanding of how to use coloured pencils to create the colours they desire. Students will learn how to use complementary colours to create colours with coloured pencils that cannot be created with paint. Creating value studies, underpaintings, and various basics of composition shall also be covered. The focus of this workshop is to provide students with a variety of information that can be applied to improve their artwork. There will be fun, easy exercises that will give students greater knowledge and confidence in these areas.

Dates: TBA. (three saturday mornings, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)

Course Fee: $125.00. Price includes beverages, snacks, as well as paper to work on. Students are to bring their own pencils.

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. More details on registration can be found below.

Drawing Basics

This comprehensive drawing course is an opportunity for participants to learn the basics of drawing. This course is designed for the person who wishes they could draw but feels they cannot. No previous drawing experience or drawing skills are required. If you think you can only draw stick figures, this course is for you. Anyone can learn to draw! Come and learn in a fun supportive environment.

Dates: TBA (Monday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. for seven weeks.)

Course Fee: $150.00. Fee includes beverages and snacks.

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. More details on registration can be found below.

Mixed Media 'Tapestry' Workshop

This workshop is all about fun and instant gratification. Typically coloured pencil artists work slowly, paying great attention to detail. Not in this workshop! Students will work with gesso, paint and coloured pencils to complete a mixed media 'tapestry' painting in just a few hours. This workshop will encourage students to enjoy exploring the use of other media with their coloured pencils. Please note that you do not need to have experience as a painter. The steps are very simple to follow. You do not need experience as a coloured pencil artist either.

Date: TBA (Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Workshop Fee: $65.00. Fee includes all materials - support to work on, gesso and fluid acrylics. Also, lunch shall be provided. Please note students are to bring their own coloured pencils.

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. More details on registration can be found below.

Coloured Pencil Portraits

This course will cover many aspects of portraiture. Emphasis will be on capturing a likeness by accurately drawing and colouring the various elements of a face. Students will practice by working on enlarged examples of facial features such as eyes, nose and mouth. Line drawings will be provided. Students will receive instruction and practice in creating skin tones with coloured pencils. Other areas such as how to pose a subject, how to handle backgrounds, how to successfully work from photographs, how to deal with wrinkles, freckles and eye glasses will all be discussed.

Dates: TBA (Four Saturday mornings, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)

Workshop Fee: $150.00. Fee includes beverages and snacks. Paper will also be supplied. Students are to bring their own coloured pencils. 

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. More details on registration can be found below.

Open Studio

The open studio will be an opportunity for participants to get help with their art. Teresa will be offering individual assistance so bring your questions and your problems. Please bring whatever project you wish to work on. If you wish, you may also purchase a practice kit to work on (click here to view). Come create, in a fun supportive environment. This session is open to artists of all levels of ability. Receive help with a current work, or start a fresh piece. Perhaps you would like help reworking something. Do you need help getting started with your reference photo? Have you forgotten some of the stuff covered in a class and your knowledge could use refreshing? Teresa will give you the help you need. This workshop is all about you and your creative journey! Come out for lots of laughter, art and good food - yummy desserts and drinks are included. The candles will be lit and the music ready.

Date: TBA (Saturday 1:00 p.m . - 5:00 p.m.) (Arrive later and leave earlier if necessary.)

Workshop Fee: $40.00. Fee includes yummy desserts and beverages. Paper can be supplied if required.  

Location: Teresa's studio, located in rural Ottawa (12 minutes from Alcatel, 20 minutes from Centrum Shopping Centre). A map and detailed directions are provided upon registration.

For further information please contact Teresa. More details on registration can be found below.

Mailing List

If for some reason the above workshops are not suitable for you, you may sign up to be on a mailing list. You will receive notice of any newly scheduled classes, shows or events. Please contact Teresa.

 

Registration Information

To register, convenient and secure on line payment options are available. Pay using credit cards, PayPal or bank transfers. Please use the convenient 'add to cart' button associated with the course you are registering for. If you would prefer to pay by mail via a money order please contact Teresa and state which course you are interested in. She will reply with a mailing address. Students then mail payment for the course fee. Once payment is received, you will be officially registered.

Once payment is received (by either method, on-line or by mail) you will be mailed a registration receipt. If applicable, a supplies list will be included. A map and detailed directions to Teresa's home will also be provided.

Please note that class sizes are limited. To avoid disappointment, please register early.

 

Other Options For Instruction

If you belong to an arts group and are interested in having Teresa conduct a coloured pencil workshop please contact Teresa to discuss details.

Should you be interested in individual instruction, Teresa is also available on an hourly basis. Perhaps you have tried coloured pencil and there is something you would like help with or perhaps you would like a critique of your work. If you are in the Ottawa area, contact Teresa to arrange a personal consultation. If you are not in the Ottawa area, a consultation can take place via the internet.

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