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Mungyo Gallery Soft Pastel Squares Cardboard Box Set of 48 - Assorted Colors

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HA SHI Soft Chalk Pastels, 48 colors with additional 2pcs, Non Toxic Art Supplies, Drawing Media for Artist Stick Pastel for Professional, Kids, Beauty Nail Art, Pan Chalk Pastels

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Arrtx Artist Oil Pastels 48 Colors Set, Soft Oil Pastel Vibrant and Creamy, Professional Oil Pastel Crayons Set Art Supplies for Artist and Beginners

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Paul Rubens Oil Pastels for Artists, 72 Landscapes Colors Artist Soft Oil Pastel Set Vibrant and Creamy

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MUNGYO
MUNGYO Soft Pastel Set – 48 Colors Renewed Version | Square Pastels for Artists | Smooth & Blendable Colors

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HA SHI Soft Oil Pastels Set (50 Sticks, 48 Colors) Art Supplies for Artist, Gallery Oil Painting Stick, Classroom Set, Professional Oil Crayons, Ideal for Professional Artists

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Winsor & Newton Professional Soft Pastels, Set of 15

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Paul Rubens Oil Pastels Set - 72 Vibrant Colors, Ultra-Soft and Creamy Texture, Easy to Blend for Artists and Beginners - Bullet Head Design for Drawing, Painting, Sketching

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Non Toxic Artist Pastels,Square Soft Pastels Set,Chalks 12/24/36/48 Colors Soft Dry Pastel Artist Chalk Pastel Sticks for Office School Art Drawing Painting Supplies Professional Art Pastel (12Pcs)

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Oil Pastel Set,Professional Painting Soft Drawing Graffiti Art Crayons Washable Round Non Toxic Pastel Sticks for Artist,Kids,Student,Beginner (50 Colors)

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MAIMOUFIN Soft Pastels for Artists Highly Pigmented Sticks 48 Vibrant Colors Professional Grade Art Supplies Smooth Blendable Pastels Set for Drawing,Painting Artists,Beginner

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MUNGYO
MUNGYO Soft Pastel Set – 64 Vibrant Colors for Artists | Smooth & Blendable | Square Shape

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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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