Painting with Pastels (Pastel Tips and Techniques)

Renowned artist Jenny Keal shares her passion for soft pastels and her trademark creative process in this guide to pastel painting. Starting with a rudimentary review of techniques, she examines the basics of color theory and composition. Through five step-by-step demonstrations—featuring hands-on photographs of the artist at work—she provides a tutorial in painting landscapes and flowers in her particular style. Handy tips interspersed throughout offer advice on how to maximize the advantages of pastels and avoid the pitfalls. Beginners will find the flower series especially suitable for their skill level, while more experienced painters will enjoy the challenge of painting landscapes from all over the world.