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Portfolio: Beginning Pastel

Tips and techniques for learning to paint in pastel
Series: Portfolio
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Beginning Pastel by Paul Pigram is an essential guide for artists new to the pastel medium. It provides clear explanations of fundamental techniques such as blending, gradating, and masking, alongside advice on choosing the right materials. Step-by-step projects help beginners practice and master each concept, making this often challenging medium accessible and enjoyable.
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Ideal for amateur artists and hobbyists eager to explore pastel drawing in a structured and supportive way. Suitable for those with little to no prior experience looking to build confidence and skills in this vibrant art form.

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Beginning Pastel guides beginning artists through an exploration of pastel techniques and step-by-step projects for a comprehensive and approachable overview of this colorful medium.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Beginning Pastel is the perfect resource for artists just getting started in this colourful medium. It guides beginning artists through an exploration of pastel techniques and step-by-step projects for a comprehensive and approachable overview of this vibrant medium.

From choosing the right paper, pastels, and colours to mastering basic techniques such as blending, gradating, and masking, Beginning Pastel is ideal for artists at the start of their pastel journey. Each stroke and technique is clearly explained and beautifully illustrated, allowing readers to master key concepts.

These concepts are then put into practice through simple step-by-step exercises. Often considered an advanced medium, Beginning Pastel makes drawing in pastel accessible and achievable for artists of all skill levels.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781633221949

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Walter Foster Publishing

Illustration: 300 color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Paul Pigram is a full-time professional artist specializing in pastel painting. A resident of North Wales, Paul is passionate about painting landscapes and seascapes inspired by his own stunning backdrop. His pastel-painting workshops, which are geared toward artists of all skill levels and routinely sell out, focus on sharing tips and techniques for perfecting pastel painting. Find out more at www.paulpigram.co.uk.

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