Start with soft strokes and finish with bold accents Pastel painting thrives on layers, texture, and movement. Unlike other mediums, pastels allow for delicate, feather-light applications and rich, bold expressions, making them an incredibly versatile choice for...
Layer Lightly: The Art of Building Depth with Pastels Pastels are a wonderfully versatile medium, offering vibrancy and a tactile experience unmatched by other materials. One of their greatest secrets? The magic lies in layering. Whether you’re a beginner or a...
You’re Never Too Old to Learn Something New: Exploring the Art of Pastels Art has no age limit, and discovering a new medium can be a deeply rewarding experience. If you’ve ever been captivated by the vibrant hues and expressive strokes of pastel artwork, now is...
Save by making your own There’s no shortage of commercially available pastels. You only need to walk into an art supply store to see the vast range of colors, values, sizes and manufacturers. So why would you want to make your own? There are mainly two reasons. The...
Is it worth putting your paintings into cheap picture frames? A comment on my Facebook page the other day said that the artist would love to get into pastel painting, but the cost of framing the painting was too high. Now I can relate to that 100%, as taking your...
