How To Pastel

In this book, you will discover in a practical and easy way how to use pastels. The book contains information, techniques, tips and images from which you can learn: about the pastel, about the types of pastels, how they work, how to take care of them, the surface of the paper and about the papers for pastels, how to hold the pastel in your hand, how to hatch, blend, color, draw, sketch, harmonize, blend, how to do the light, how to make a work more darker, how to make a more 3-D look, how to use soft and oil pastels, the surface of the colored paper, its texture and other valuable tips. The images are placed in the order of the drawing steps, which are described below each drawing.

The book is based on the personal experiences of the artist. The examples are written in a very easy and friendly way. They can help a lot of people, of every level to draw better with pastels.

The drawings in “How to Use Pastels” include a wide range of subjects: still life objects, nature, animals, nudes and portraits.
All things put together, this book will be a fascinating journey that will lead you to the beautiful world of drawing/painting in pastel.
Have a nice learning experience!