Pastel Step by Step: Master the Basic Skills and Special Techniques of Painting in Pastel

by Marla Baggetta

Book Overview

Explore the colorful art of painting in pastel with this compelling how-to guide. Pastel Step by Step provides all the information beginning artists will need to start working with hard pastel, soft pastel, and pastel pencil to create realistic, expressive works of art. The book begins with basic information on composition, color theory, value, and special techniques, such as scumbling, glazing, and cross-hatching. Then experienced artist Marla Baggetta...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1560108010
• ISBN13: 9781560108016
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.5" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

Great introductory book

I got this book because I’m wanting to try my hand at painting with pastels. It’s very informative and easy to follow. Can’t wait to try some of the techniques.