CPSA District Chapter 125 - Western NC

02/20/2026

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02/19/2026

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02/18/2026

"COLORFUL WHITES" WORKSHOP!

White objects aren’t really white at all—and that’s where the magic begins. In this workshop, Mark Menendez will guide you through a still-life project that reveals the hidden world of color inside everyday “white” items. Using the gentle glow of an old-fashioned lamp, cool porcelain, soft eggshells, and shining glass, you’ll learn how to spot the blues, violets, yellows, and warm neutrals that bring white surfaces to life.
Mark will show you how to build rich, convincing whites without heavy pressure or endless layering. You’ll explore temperature shifts, soft shadows, transparent curves, and reflective metal—all with a relaxed approach that keeps your pencils sharp and your strokes light.
Whether you’re just starting your colored pencil journey or you’ve been drawing for years, you’ll walk away with new ways to see, new ways to shade, and a deeper appreciation for the quiet beauty in simple objects.
If you want to understand color on a whole new level—and make your whites glow with personality—this workshop is for you.

This workshop will be offered live online via Zoom. A video of the workshop will be sent to all registered a couple days following the completion of the workshop.

For more information and to register, visit our website at: https://cpsa125.org/product/march-6-2026-colorful-whites/

02/13/2026

From our Chapter member Debbie Jordan

"I am excited to be teaching a ZOOM class hosted by Artroom2create in March. Please take a look and consider joining me. This would be a great project for anyone wanting to learn how to render bright colors on a dark paper using a reverse grissialle method.

Let me know if you have any questions."

Medium: Prismacolor Colored Pencils - PC916 Canary Yellow PC924 Crimson Red PC1001 Salmon Pink PC103 Cerulean Blue PC208 Indanthrone Blue PC923 Scarlet Lake PC1081 Chestnut PC919 Non-Photo Blue PC937 Tuscan Red PC914 Cream PC918 Orange PC938 White PC925 Crimson Lake PC1087 Powder Blue PC942 Yellow O...

01/05/2026

We are excited to announce our first workshop for 2026 - a full-day workshop on Saturday, January 31, 2025, with Anda Chance presenting “Artist Bootcamp - Back to Basics”.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a fresh perspective on the fundamentals, this workshop is for you. Together, we’ll explore the essential building blocks that give every drawing strength and impact. Anda will guide you through the basics of composition, what makes it work, how to spot a strong design, and even how to bend the rules when the moment calls for it. You’ll get a better understanding of perspective, learn to use positive and negative space to your advantage, and discover how balance can turn a good drawing into a great one.

We’ll also cover the role of values—lights, darks, and everything in between—and how they bring depth, drama, and clarity to your artwork. With clear demonstrations, engaging exercises, and plenty of time for practice, this workshop offers both beginners and seasoned artists a chance to strengthen their skills and bring new energy into their drawings.

Come ready to experiment, play, and build the confidence to create brilliant drawings from the ground up!

As with our other workshops, this workshop will be offered online via Zoom. But, if you are close to Lewisville, NC, we are also offering a Watch Party for attendees to enjoy the workshop in the company of others. The workshop will be recorded and sent to registrants after the workshop.
Workshop details and registration are available on our website - www.cpsa125.org/Workshops