Soft Pastels & Pastel Pencil Reviews & Articles
This section brings together a curated collection of soft pastel resources, featuring everything from a comprehensive Beginner’s Guide to Soft Pastels to specialised advice on the 10 best tools for blending. You’ll find in-depth articles on popular pastel brands and practical tutorials covering essential techniques like layering, mark-making, and colour mixing. Whether you’re just picking up your first set or looking to refine your skills, these resources are designed to help you work with confidence and embrace the unique, tactile nature of the medium.
Although this collection is still growing, each article is carefully developed for clarity and practical use, with new articles being added. Click on any image below to explore the full article.
Although this collection is still growing, each article is carefully developed for clarity and practical use, with new articles being added. Click on any image below to explore the full article.
Beginners Guide to Soft PastelsHave you always wanted to give the soft pastels a go but unsure what you will need to start out, this helpful article offers you lots of information.
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NEW! Best Soft Pastels for BeginnersDiscover which soft pastels are best for beginners, with simple guidance on feel, softness and control to help you choose a set that’s easy and enjoyable to learn with.
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10 Tools for Blending Soft PastelsSoft pastels blend beautifully with the right tools. This guide walks you through ten options that can help you achieve smoother mixes and more controlled transitions.
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NEW! Sharpening Pastel PencilsA practical guide to sharpening pastel pencils for drawing, explaining key methods, point types and techniques that protect your materials and improve control.
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Why not try one of our tutorials for soft pastel artists
If you are new to soft pastels, we encourage you to explore our tutorials. These comprehensive guides provide detailed explanations on how to create various subjects, with step-by-step directions accompanying each progress image. You will learn techniques for building up base layers and creating fine details to enhance the realism of your artwork. The tutorials are organised by difficulty level, allowing you to begin with the most accessible projects and gradually advance to more challenging ones at your own pace.
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