About ready to start experimenting with Harmonious Pastels? Good news, you have chosen an expressive, colorful, startlingly basic-to-learn media. Whether your tastes are in abstract works, striking portraits, or gentle landscapes, pastels are flexible and fun. Still, you should first understand the principles before jumping in to avoid overloading oneself. You first will require the right set of tools. Starting a pastel painting requires a few fundamental tools. On the list, pastels themselves rank first. Two basic forms are soft pastels and oil pastels. Soft pastels are powdery and best for combining; oil pastels more resemble crayons with a buttery texture. If you’re just starting, soft pastels are often a great choice since they mix readily and offer delicate color changes. Paper comes second then.

Remember, when you’re ready to start painting, mixing is vitally essential. Pastels unlike other media combine without solvents or water. You may simply run your fingertips, a mixing stump a pencil shaped tool or even a soft towel to level out the colors. Keep a paper towel nearby to wash your fingers between colors. You will find it amazing how simple gradients and soft transitions are produced.

Not to hesitate in layerings is one good tip. Layers are valued in pastels. Your base should be light colors, then, gradually darken tones should be applied. This layering will over time give your artwork dimension and richness. Should you make a mistake, not to fear, pastels are forgiving.

And last, never stop practicing or doing. The secret to pastel painting is to relax with the medium. The more you attempt several approaches, the more you will discover about the pastel behavior. The process calls for all of it. So grab your pastels and start diving in Perfect is not something to worry about; just have fun and allow your imagination run free. You will be amazed at how quickly you can create exquisite artwork by using a few simple tools!