PLOT
Topics covered include: the basics of charcoal ; charcoal lenses : advises on how to choose interesting subjects with the use of photography and sketchbooks, and how to build a library of visual references ; mark making : includes techniques for complete beginners, as well as more advanced ideas for those hoping to develop and refine their work ; demonstrations : shows how to use the techniques and build a body of work ; soft pastel : suggests ways of combining charcoal with pastel to add colour to your work ; tasks and extensions : gives tips for trying and exploring ideas further to develop your own skills and to create a unique style to your work and finally ; protecting your work : advises on the key techniques used for fixing, photographing, storing and framing your work.