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Why Artists Love Pastels ?

By: woodwind | 2010-10-10 | Photography
Pastels are a favorite of artists because they offer the rich color of oil painting but the ease of use of a drawing material. read more

By: woodwind | 2010-11-04 | Art
Before you can fully appreciate what pastels can do for you, you need a firm grasp of the different kinds, as well as products that look like pastels but behave very differently. So that you can make an informed choice and understand what you find on the pastel aisle, this article breaks down Chalk pastels you may find. read more

Supports for pastels checklist

By: woodwind | 2010-11-24 | Art
In addition to the set of pastels, you also need something to draw on. The cool news: A wide range of papers and pastel boards is available for pastels, including pastel papers, charcoal papers, sanded papers, and specially prepared cardboards and hardboards. read more

Soft pastels guide

By: Patterns | 2010-11-04 | Art
When people think of pastel, they usually think of soft pastels. Many soft pastel sticks are approximately 3 inches long and vary in thickness (a 1⁄2-inch diameter is common). Many have paper wrappers that help hold them together as you work. Some manufacturers offer half sticks of colors that are an economical choice because you get a wide range of colors for a reasonable price. read more

Derwent Pastel Pencils

By: Mikaere Murray | 2010-03-27 | Arts & Entertainment
Derwent Pastel Pencils are very important for any artist to add to their art collection set, they offer the artist all the benefits of high quality expressive hard pastel pencils for the professional or armature to use. These professional high quality pencils are ideal for using as an individual medium or for blending in combination with various pastel work. read more

Why you should start a sketchbook for pastel drawings

By: woodwind | 2010-10-27 | Art
Keeping a sketchbook is a time-honored activity most artists participate in. As a beginner, you can use your sketchbook in two ways: read more

Where is the best place to draw with pastels?

By: Patterns | 2010-10-27 | Art
When you're ready to start drawing with your pastels, you need a designated space where you can spread out your supplies and start sketching. Having a room devoted to your art making is ideal, but don't let not having a dedicated studio space stand in your way. read more

The variety of stick pastels

By: woodchuck | 2010-10-10 | Photography
Pastels are a part of a larger group of art materials that come in a stick. They all have different qualities and uses. Here we offer an overview to help you understand a bit of the history and variety of colored drawing materials that are applied in a stick form. read more

A basic pastel starter set

By: woodchuck | 2010-11-24 | Art
Every newbie to pastel drawing needs a set of pastels. Pastels are offered in large sets because, unlike paint, you can't mix the exact color to match the color you see in your image. read more

Hard pastel sticks and pencils

By: woodchuck | 2010-11-04 | Art
Hard pastel sticks are generally slim, rectangular sticks that usually measure about 1⁄4-inch square by 3 inches in length. They can withstand vigorous sketching without breaking because of their high clay content. They're great for making initial sketches, but you can also break off pieces and use them on their sides to block in color and develop a large portion of a pastel drawing. Because they hold an edge or a point well, they're good for detail work as well. read more

Guidelines For Painting Pastel Landscapes

By: Jacobi Milton | 2010-11-18 | Arts & Entertainment
Painting Landscapes in Pastels is an innovative outlet. Most of the artist prefers Pastel to oil and acrylics as they are easily portable and not messy one although concerning on powdered pigments. The rules for painting a landscape painting vary from oil painting, watercolor and other liquid mediums; however once you learn the basics of pastel it's very easy to hook. read more

Pastels Sighting sticks and viewfinders

By: Patterns | 2010-12-05 | Art
The two main tools you use for sighting and measuring are a sighting stick to help find relative sizes and proportions and a viewfinder to help you focus on your composition and analyze the arrangement of the elements of the work. read more

Working with the Pastels space Tips

By: woodwind | 2010-12-21 | Art
When putting your workspace together, your first priority is to make sure you have enough room to move around without tripping over something. You especially need enough space behind you so that you can back up to view your work in progress. read more

Pastels Supplies for health and cleanliness concerns

By: woodchuck | 2010-12-05 | Art
Pastels are quite safe to work with. They're non-toxic and require no volatile chemicals or solvents, and you can simply wash with soap and water to clean up. read more

How to Store Your Pastels Supplies

By: Patterns | 2010-12-21 | Art
After you have all of your supplies, you want to make sure that you store them to protect them from damage and to get the most use from all your materials. Some of the items come with their own storage containers and some you can purchase separately. read more