PIONEERING ARTIST TAKES COLORED PENCIL DRAWING TO NEW LEVELS - Literally the Most Colorful Event on the Web!

December 2002: Federal Way, WA: Ms. Ann Kullberg, professional portrait artist and author of two internationally distributed art instruction books spoke enthusiastically today about her groundbreaking site featuring all things related to colored pencil artistry. Ms. Kullberg's unique methodology has catapulted colored pencil artwork to new heights and is attracting people from around the world

The highly acknowledged instructor of portrait workshops, art competition juror and member of the Colored Pencil Society of America, recently launched a new line of colored pencil instruction kits and video lessons in support of visitors and subscribers in over 43 states and eight different countries. Viewable at Ms. Kullberg's award winning site, which has been growing steadily for the past three years, are tips, ideas, CD's, books, a colored pencil magazine, videos and kits for aspiring artists.

A recognized colored pencil portrait artist for the past 16 years, Ms. Kullberg's client waiting list goes beyond 18-months. In addition to being a sought after artist and instructor whose work is featured in well-known galleries, Ms. Kullberg has written two popular instructional colored pencil books including ' Colored Pencil Portraits Step by Step,' which has sold over 40,000 copies worldwide and 'Capturing Soft Realism in Colored Pencil.' Her new instructional kits and videos are viewed as a welcome and remarkable teaching tool, particularly for artists who wish to see a demonstration of various techniques. "Since it isn't feasible for everyone to attend my workshops," stated Ms. Kullberg, " the videos come pretty close to having students look over my shoulder as I work. My goal in releasing the new 2-hour interactive Video CD is to support artists everywhere. With six demonstrations included from start to finish, plus palette lists, extra hints and printable line drawings, all at very affordable prices, I can fulfill my desire to inspire and support artists around the world."

The first three kits developed are so popular that 17 different kits created by 7 prominent colored pencil artists have been added with 4 additional kits soon to be released. Adding to the excitement of the launch regarding the kits and video workshops, the trailblazing founder of the annkullberg.com site and the creator of "From My Perspective" a colored pencil magazine, is offering visitors the chance to win a 7 night stay at the Cabo Villa Resort in Cabos San Lucas, Mexico. The contest begins December 1st and ends February 25th 2003. For details on entering the contest, visit www.annkullberg.com to learn more.

Please contact Ms. Kullberg if you wish additional details about workshops, books or other colored pencil products at her web site or e-mail her at ann@annkullberg.com. You may also call her directly at 253-838-4890.