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Jack Richeson 4280600 Signature Round Half Stick Pastels

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Prismacolor Premier Nupastel Firm Pastel Color Sticks, Adult Coloring, 48 Pack

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27055 Premier NuPastel Firm Pastel Color Sticks, 96-Count,Multicolor (1-Pack)

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Schmincke - Pastels, 15 colors"Portrait", 77 415 097, boxed set with 15 pastels, handmade pastels, brilliant, velvety matt, highly lightfast colors

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Rupas Soft Dry Pastel 48 Color Set Square Chalk

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Mungyo Gallery Semi-Hard Pastels Cardboard Box Set of 12 - Earth Tones

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PanPastel Artist Pastels by GOLDEN, Grayscale Set, 7 Color, Professional Artist Pastels, Unique Pan Format (cake-like)

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PanPastel Artist Pastels by GOLDEN, Flower Coloring 1 - Susan Tierney Cockburn Set, 10 Color, Professional Artist Pastels, Unique Pan Format (cake-like)

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Paul Rubens Oil Pastels, 50 Vibrant Colors Soft Pastels, Oil Pastels for Artists, Students, Oil Pastel Set Ideal for Sketching, Decorative Painting, Making Pictures Like Oil Painting

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MUNGYO Soft Pastel 64 Color Set Square Chalk (US English Version)

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MEEDEN Soft Oil Pastels Set: 72 Vibrant Colors Oil Pastels for Artists Beginners Adults - Smooth Oil Pastel Crayons for Art Supplies, Painting, Drawing, Blending, Layering, Shading

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Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 50 Colors (8 x 60 mm), Soft Oil Pastels for Art Painting, Drawing, Blending, Art Supplies for Artists, Beginners, Students, Teachers

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Jack Richeson 427336 Signature Assorted Hard Square Pastels (Set of 36)

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Cretacolor Carre Hard Pastel Set, Nature Colors

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Mungyo Gallery Semi-Hard Pastels Cardboard Box Set of 36 - Assorted Colors

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Zenacolor Oil Pastels for Artists (Set of 48) - pastel oil pastels for kids - High-Pigment Water-Resistant Oil Pastel Colors - Soft Texture, No Residue - Art Supplies for Artists

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Soft & Hard Pastel Benefits

Intense Pigment
Pastel sticks consist almost entirely of pure pigment, so colors are rich and luminous straight from the stick.
Versatile Textures
Soft pastels smear and blend for velvety gradients; hard pastels hold a firm edge for crisp lines and hatching.
Direct Application
No brushes or solvents—apply color directly to paper, feeling every subtle shift in tone under your hand.
Rapid Layering
Build complex color relationships quickly by overlaying sticks, dusts, and powders without long drying times.
Portable & Immediate
Compact sets and minimal tools make pastels ideal for sketching on location or fast studio studies.

Soft vs. Hard Pastels

Feature	Soft Pastels	Hard Pastels
Pigment Load	Very high—intense, chalky color	Moderate—less dust, more controlled marks
Stick Density	Velvety, crumbly	Firm, less breakage
Blending Ability	Excellent for smooth gradations	Best for fine lines, underdrawing
Typical Uses	Landscapes, portraits, expressive strokes	Hatching, detailed work, initial layers
Dust Generation	Heavy—requires good ventilation or mask	Light—easier clean-up

Choosing Your Pastels

Match to Your Style
If you crave broad, painterly effects and rich blends, focus on soft pastels. For precise lines and structural underlayers, start with hards.
Select Quality & Grade
Artist-grade sticks use permanent pigments and more binder; student-grade sticks cost less but may fade over time.
Pick the Right Surface
Rough or toothed pastel papers bite pigment better; smoother pastel boards work well with hard sticks and fine detail.
Consider Dust Control
Use pastel mats or trays to catch excess dust; if you’re sensitive, choose harder sticks and work with light layers.
Plan Storage
Store sticks in shallow trays or pastel boxes lined with foam to prevent breakage and preserve edges.

Bonus Tips

Layer Hard Under, Soft Over
Sketch initial shapes with hard pastels, then build color depth with softer sticks for cleaner results.
Blend Strategically
Use paper stumps, brushes, or fingers—avoid over-blending to maintain vibrancy and texture.
Fix Lightly
Apply a workable fixative between layers to hold underdrawings, then finish with a light varnish to preserve the top layers.
Keep Swatch Charts
Test each stick on your chosen paper to see its true hue and opacity before committing to a drawing.
Clean Tools Regularly
Wipe blender stumps and brushes to prevent muddying colors when switching between hues.

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