Walter Foster
Beginning Pastel

Beginning Pastel guides novice artists through an exploration of pastel techniques and step-by-step projects for a thorough and approachable overview of this colorful medium. Beginning Pastel is the perfect resource for beginners with topics ranging from choosing the right paper to basic skills such as blending, gradating, and masking. Each stroke and technique is clearly explained and beautifully illustrated. Simple step-by-step exercises allow readers to master key concepts and put them into practice. Often considered an advanced medium, Beginning Pastel makes drawing in pastel accessible and achievable for artists of all skill levels.

Author: Paul Pigram
128pp., 8.5x11 paperback
ISBN: 9781633221949