Let Me Be Your Guide on Your Soft Pastel Journey.
Ready to elevate your pastel skills and experience the joy of creating with expert guidance? The Pastel Insider Membership is your all-access pass to exclusive lessons, in-depth techniques, and a supportive community designed to help you create your best work yet.
Why Join the Pastel Insider Membership?
If you’ve been enjoying my YouTube livestreams or online classes but crave more in-depth guidance, this membership is designed just for you. As a member, you’ll gain insider access to my complete creative process, from behind-the-scenes techniques to step-by-step lessons that empower you to create artwork that truly shines.
With the Pastel Insider Membership, you’ll unlock a world of creativity and progress like never before. Whether you’re just starting your pastel journey or looking to refine your skills, this membership gives you the resources and confidence to grow.
Gain full access to exclusive behind-the-scenes videos and original line art tied to each week’s livestream, transforming every session into a complete, step-by-step lesson. Plus, enjoy the bonus of accessing all my online classes, past and future, to support your creative journey!
What You’ll Learn
Through this membership, I’ll share the tools, techniques, and insights you need to elevate your art and find your own creative voice:
Develop Core Techniques
Learn from my 7+ years of experience (in soft pastel) to save time and avoid common pitfalls, setting yourself up for success with this magical medium.
Understand the importance of materials and how to choose tools that enhance your pastel experience.
Bring Creativity to Life
Explore the process of deconstructing structure and infusing playful, abstract elements into your work.
Embrace whimsical mark-making techniques that grant you the freedom to explore and play while adding personality to your art.
Develop Strong Composition Skills
Learn how to use layers to compose a visually pleasing painting.
Gain confidence in core composition and design principles, helping you make decisions as you create.
See how to use resource images to give you a jump start on creating unique drawings to paint.
Deepen Your Knowledge of Pastels
Discover how PanPastel colors interact and how to use them effectively to create vibrant, harmonious artwork.
Learn the art of mixing colors to expand your palette and create stunning compositions.
Understand how PanPastel is structured so you can utilize the system fully.
Unlock the Secrets of Composition and Design
Core Composition Skills: Develop foundational composition techniques to guide your creative decisions and create balance in your work.
Layering Techniques: See how layering adds depth, richness, and a polished finish to your artwork.
Empower Your Artistic Journey
Discover how value can be your superpower, transforming your art with depth and dimension.
Watch as I share how I build my whimsical terrariums, offering unique insights into composition.
Most importantly, gain the skills and confidence to discover your own creative style and voice, making your art truly unique.
Why It Matters
This section is more than a list of skills—it’s an invitation to grow as an artist. You’ll gain the confidence to experiment, the tools to refine your techniques, and the freedom to explore your own creative style. Let this journey transform your art and inspire your creative soul.
What’s Included
Step-by-Step Weekly Lessons
Transform each week’s livestream into a complete painting experience with exclusive behind-the-scenes videos. I’ll guide you from start to finish, sharing every technique, insight, and detail you need to recreate the piece—or create your own unique work of art.
Original Line Art Downloads
Simplify the process with my original line art, provided for every weekly painting and in all my classes. These downloadable templates give you the same foundation I use, making it easy to jump right into the fun of painting and focus on honing your skills.
Full Library Access
Enjoy unlimited access to my entire library of online classes—past, present, and future. With lessons ranging from beginner-friendly techniques to advanced creative approaches, you’ll always have something new to learn.
Available Now!
Unlock instant access to a treasure trove of 21 lessons and classes, complete with original line art, the moment you join! And that’s just the beginning—each week, your membership grows with fresh, exclusive content, giving you endless opportunities to learn, create, and expand your skills.
Discover the magic of mixed media as we combine vibrant, splashy watercolor with the power of soft pastels on UART 600 Sanded Pastel Paper. I’ll guide you step-by-step to layer bold, dynamic colors, add glowing textures, and finish with playful mark-making using pastel pencils. This lesson is all about creating striking details and bringing your owl to life with depth and personality!
Combine watercolor and soft pastel to bring this imaginative figure to life on UART 600 Sanded Pastel Paper. Start with a vibrant watercolor underpainting, then layer rich colors and soft skin tones with pastel. Add texture, highlights, and personality with expressive mark-making and pastel pencil details for a glowing, dynamic finish!
Discover the connection between the spiritual and natural worlds in this inspiring lesson. Using PanPastel and pastel pencils, I'll guide you step-by-step to create a glowing, symbolic piece featuring animal spirit guides. Explore layering techniques, soft textures, and vibrant hues to bring your artwork to life.
This week’s piece, Muse of Creativity, brings vibrant energy to life with PanPastel and pastel pencils on UART Dark 600 sanded paper. Discover my unique layering technique that starts with a smooth PanPastel underpainting, followed by lively, scribbled textures. I hope this inspires you to explore your own personal mark-making.
Join me as I share with you how I bring The Oracle to life using only Black PanPastel and erasers. Watch as I block in values, create intricate line work with the Mono Zero Pen Eraser, and add light and texture to the full moon and raven. You’ll also discover how I use erasers to create a misty, foggy effect, adding depth and atmosphere to the scene.
This week, I’m bringing a whimsical organic abstract painting to life. I’ll be using PanPastel, pastel pencils, and incorporating some sticks to create this joyful piece.
Replay Now Available from our Pastel Insider Member live event. Together, we'll explore techniques to create dramatic lighting and depth using PanPastel and pastel pencils.
Unlock the secrets to creating confident abstracts with Path to Abstract! In this lesson, you’ll learn how to build structure, establish focal points, and bring a glowing light to your work through a balanced composition. Watch as we transform an initial drawing into a vibrant abstract, step by step, making each layer come alive. Perfect for those looking to explore the freedom of abstract with a solid foundation!
Join me as I bring The Enchanted Realm to life! This week, I’ll be drawing inspiration from playful tree frogs and adding a collage vibe with stencils and creative elements. You’ll see how easy it is to experiment with soft pastels as I incorporate pastel pencils and whimsical mark-making, layering to elevate the piece.
This week, I’m bringing a whimsical Mother Nature-inspired character to life. Her serene face and interwoven branches, home to swallows and birdhouses, symbolize harmony between humanity and nature. I’ll be using PanPastel and pastel pencils to create this magical piece.
Discover the power of light and shadow in Guided By Value, where we explore creating depth and contrast using the magic of black PanPastels, stencils, and erasers. This lesson is all about trusting the creative process and letting value guide your artistic journey.
This week we're creating The Dreamer, a whimsical soft pastel painting. I’ll guide you through establishing structure at the start, then breaking it down as the painting evolves, allowing each element to connect organically. We’ll use pastel pencils for texture and finish with a few pastel sticks for the final touches.
Join me as I bring this whimsical bird to life! I’ll be sharing with you my loose and colorful approach to abstract painting. We are focusing on play and incorporating fun mark-making techniques. I’ll be using PanPastel, pastel pencils, and sticks!
This week, I’m bringing "Forest Royalty" to life, using the dynamic power of using complimentary colors purple and yellow to create a mysterious, star-filled background. Watch as I add finishing touches with PanPastel, pastel pencils, and sticks to bring out the magic.
Hear From My Students
Louise Balland
“I cannot recommend Dawn enough as a teacher, the time she spends investing in our learning experience is incredible. Her lessons are so detailed and her weekly You Tube lives have introduced a wonderful supportive community that I love being a part of. The added bonus content as a Pastel Insider to use alongside the lives has been amazing. Dawn has been so supportive in my creative journey always offering support and feedback, I am super grateful to be in Dawn’s community, she has raised my confidence so much and I will be forever grateful.”
Sarah Williams
“I have to say I am absolutely loving Dawn's Pastel Insider and these weekly live demos are just awesome. Unlike most art instructors out there who, lets face it, are just arting while we watch, Dawn actually gives clear instruction and explains her method concisely. So thank you Dawn for taking the time to offer your insight and to cultivate a pan pastel community. Love it.”
Access to All My Online Classes
As a member, you’ll unlock full access to every online class I’ve ever created! Whether you’re just getting started with pastels or want to dive deeper into advanced techniques, you’ll have unlimited access to all past and future classes. Each course is designed to help you master soft pastels, develop your own style, and nurture your creativity.
Dive into the limitless potential of PanPastel and pastel pencils as we craft mesmerizing layers of texture and explore the art of blending abstract elements into your work. This class offers a step-by-step look at my creative process, honed over years, to help you unlock techniques that make your art truly unique. Plus, enjoy the flexibility of using provided line art, so you can focus on painting and let your creativity flow.
Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey with me? Together, we'll explore creating stunning artwork using only five essential tools: black PanPastel, Sofft Tool applicators, erasers, mixed media paper, and the extraordinary gold paint from Golden. So brace yourself for the enchanting results that await you!
In this class, we’ll dive into the magic of soft pastels as we use PanPastel and pastel pencils to create a whimsical bird scene. I’ll guide you step-by-step through blending vibrant colors, adding whimsical details, and using light to bring depth and radiance to your artwork. Together, we’ll explore how value and light can transform your art and bring it to life!
Join me in this soft pastel class as we explore the limitless possibilities of PanPastel and uncover the key steps to unlocking your creativity. Dive into simplified composition, value, and color while learning techniques to make your artwork truly unique. Together, we’ll build luminous layers of light, creating color harmony that makes your painting glow.
In this lesson, I’ll guide you through a comprehensive overview of soft pastels with a focus on PanPastel, sharing insights from my years of experience with this incredible medium. To make the process easy, I’ve included two pre-drawn owl templates—no drawing required! You’ll also learn about the supplies that ensure a positive and rewarding pastel experience. By breaking down the mysteries of this beautiful medium, my goal is to leave you feeling empowered and inspired to create with confidence.
Unlock your imagination and explore a world of vibrant colors and luminous light in this enchanting online class. Using PanPastel and pastel pencils, you’ll learn to create whimsical terrariums—magical worlds of flowers, foliage, and light that symbolize nurturing inner happiness. Dive into my techniques and insights to bring these joyful creations to life!
Join me on a journey to explore the endless potential of pastels as I share the creative process I’ve developed over the past seven years. Inspired by the bumblebee and its connection to nature, this class invites you to capture their energy and spirit in your own artwork. I’m excited to share this meaningful experience with you.
Gain full access to exclusive behind-the-scenes videos and original line art tied to each week’s livestream, transforming every session into a complete, step-by-step lesson. Plus, enjoy the bonus of accessing all my online classes, past and future, to support your creative journey!
FAQs
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As a member, you’ll receive exclusive behind-the-scenes videos that turn each weekly livestream into a full, step-by-step lesson, along with downloadable original line art for each piece. Plus, you’ll gain full access to my entire library of online classes—past, present, and future!
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The behind-the-scenes content and line art will be available by Friday each week, giving you everything you need to follow along at your own pace. While you won’t be following in real time during the livestream, you’ll have full access to all recordings plus exclusive content that goes beyond the public session.
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The Behind-the-Scenes content is directly connected to my weekly Tuesday YouTube livestream. As a Pastel Insider member, you’ll gain access to exclusive videos that dive deeper than what’s shared during the public livestream. You’ll see every step of my process—from transferring the line art and preparing the painting before going live on Tuesday, to the progress made after the livestream, and finally, the finishing touches that bring the piece to life. This detailed content transforms each week into a full, in-depth class experience. Plus, you’ll receive the original line art, allowing you to follow along and recreate the piece at your own pace. Each week’s videos are organized with the YouTube livestream embedded directly in the classroom, so you can enjoy a seamless viewing experience inside the membership.
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New content is added every week! You’ll receive behind-the-scenes videos and original line art based on my weekly YouTube livestream, plus access to any new online classes I release.
Please note: Content is delivered an average of 3-4 times per month as I take a week off each month to recharge and prepare fresh creative offerings.
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Once you join, you’ll receive access to a members-only area on my website where you can find all the videos, downloadable line art, and online classes. Everything is easy to navigate and available on-demand.
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Yes! You can cancel your membership at any time with no long-term commitment. You’ll retain access until the end of your current billing cycle.