We are delighted to feature the wonderful pastel artwork of London Art College student Gelise McCullough. Gelise is currently studying on our Pastels Certificate Course, and her pieces already show an exciting range of mark-making, colour use and subject matter.
Her coursework pieces reflect a confident exploration of this medium. From bold still life studies of figs and garlic, where soft layering and directional strokes bring depth and texture, to abstract and semi-abstracts filled with movement and atmosphere.
Gelise’s work is a brilliant example of how versatile pastels can be. Whether used for expressive, loose drawings or for tightly rendered still life work, they offer a tactile, responsive surface that many students grow to love.
About the Course
The Pastels Certificate Course is ideal for beginners and those looking to explore pastel techniques in more depth. Students are guided through a series of structured assignments that cover soft pastels, oil pastels, pencil pastels, and mixed media. The course is self-paced, allowing students to fit their learning around daily life, and is supported by expert tuition and personal feedback throughout.
Whether your goal is to sketch more confidently, develop a creative habit, or build a portfolio, this course provides a solid foundation in technique while encouraging creative expression.
Congratulations to Gelise for her inspiring progress so far, we look forward to seeing what she creates next!
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