Pastel Books

The Encyclopedia of Pastel Techniques  NEW Pages 176 300 illustrations A unique visual directory of pastel painting techniques, with guidance on how to use them by Judy Martin A new, up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive encyclopedia by professional artist Judy Martin. Many manuals on pastel painting take for granted the use of traditional soft pastels, a dry medium that provides the…

Drawing and Painting Animals with Expression by Marjolein Kruijt Marjolein Kruijt's deep and abiding love of animals is obvious in this book, which will teach you the technical aspects of drawing domestic and wild animals, such as different breeds of dog and cat, and long and short fur. In addition, it will help you to capture their inner nature. Table of Contents The artist 9 Materials 11 Worksho…

About the Book - Peter Coombs shows how to paint beautiful vibrant pictures using over 75 step-by-step photographs and a variety of inspirational paintings. Learn how to blend and merge colours, how to create beautiful skies, landscapes and waterscapes and how to capture light, shade and atmosphere. Contents - Introduction 6 Materials 8 Playing with Pastels 10 Composing a Picture 13 Using a Limite…

Painting Pastel Landscapes by Jeremy Ford Written by pastel expert and former S.A.A President Jeremy Ford, this gorgeous book is packed full of chalk pastel techniques and inspiring step-by-step projects. It starts with the basics, such as mark-making and blending, through using colour and tone and creating skyscapes, to more advanced techniques including successfully creating depth and perspectiv…

Painting Skies in Pastel Creating dramatic clouds and atmospheric skyscapes by Sandra Orme This book will teach beginners and beyond the confidence and skills to create convincing, stunning skyscapes, from rich, glowing sunsets to bright clouds on a fresh, blustery day. This practical and inspiring book distils award-winning artist Sandra Orme's insights and experience into a complete course in th…

Pastel Painting Step-by-Step by Margaret Evans & Paul Hardy "The book brings together the work of Margaret Evans, Paul Hardy and Peter Coombs to help you to master the pastel medium. The three artists bring a good balance of work to the book, with Peter Coombs and Paul Hardy covering landscapes and townscapes, while Margaret Evans concentrates on flowers. Sections on using a limited palette, compo…

Pastels for the Absolute Beginner by Rebecca de Mendonça If you have ever wanted a complete course in using pastels but lacked the confidence to start, then Pastels for the Absolute Beginner is the book for you. Take your first steps with pastels and learn how to produce modern, lively and colourful artwork with this exciting medium. Artist and teacher Rebecca de Mendonça offers the beginner a com…