Paper Crane Pastel Drawing Workshop - Enschede

Note: this workshop will be given in English.

About the workshop

Discover a creative and unusual approach to realistic drawing in this workshop, where photography and pastel art come together to create one unique artwork.

We will start with a reference photograph of a Japanese origami paper crane, cut it in half, and use one half as the starting point for our artwork. The challenge is to recreate the missing half using pastel pencils, carefully matching the colours, shapes, shadows, and textures of the original photograph.

Step by step, you will learn techniques for observing details, mixing colours, creating realistic textures, and achieving smooth transitions between photography and drawing.

The final result will be a fascinating combination of half photograph and half pastel drawing, with the goal of making the two halves look as seamless and realistic as possible.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and anyone interested in exploring a creative drawing technique. No previous drawing experience is required. About the Artist

André Rios is an award-winning Portuguese artist based in the Netherlands, specialising in hyper-realistic pastel drawings. His work has received international recognition, including being selected as a finalist for the prestigious Wildlife Artist of the Year competition in both 2024 and 2026. His artwork has also been featured in international art magazines, including magazine covers.

Known for his extraordinary attention to detail and realistic drawing techniques, André creates artworks that often challenge the viewer to distinguish between photography and drawing.

Alongside his artistic practice, André teaches workshops and private lessons, sharing his techniques in an accessible and enjoyable way.

His workshops are designed for both beginners and experienced artists, encouraging participants to discover their creativity while learning new skills.

This event is organized by the Japanese & Korean Club in Apeldoorn. By registering for this workshop, you consent to the club organizers contacting you via email regarding this workshop and other club activities.

If you have any additional questions about this event, please contact the organizers directly using the contact form available Here.

Duration: 2 hours (from 10.30 to 12.30)

Price: 59 € per person. 

The price includes all materials to use in the workshop, as well as tea, coffee, and sweets.

Cancellation policy:

• Cancellations made up to 7 days before the workshop are eligible for a 50% refund (processed within 14 days after the event date)

• Cancellations less than 7 days before the workshop: no refund

• If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your spot to someone else (please inform us in advance)

• In the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled by the organiser, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule