Collection: Soft Pastels

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why Choose Soft Pastels?","bold":true}]},{"type":"list","listType":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"High\n Pigment Load: Produces vivid, rich colour that other pastel types can’t\n match.","bold":true}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Excellent\n Blendability: Ideal for layering, smudging, and creating seamless\n gradients.","bold":true}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Expressive\n & Quick Application: Perfect for bold strokes, cross-hatching, or\n gentle blending—even with added water for texture.","bold":true}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Artists at all levels—from beginners to\nprofessionals—trust leading brands like Art Spectrum, Faber‑Castell, Rembrandt,\nMont Marte, PanPastel, and Caran d’Ache for their exceptional pigment quality\nand superior performance.","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Soft Pastels vs Other Pastel Types","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pastel Type","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Texture","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pigment Load","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Best Use Case","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Soft Pastels","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Powdery & velvety","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"High","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Smooth blending, vibrant colour, expressive strokes","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Oil Pastels","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Creamy & waxy","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Moderate","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Intense colour, impasto effects, outdoor use","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Hard Pastels","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Firm & chalky","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Medium","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Detailed work, controlled lines","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pastel Pencils","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Precise & compact","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Varies","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Fine detail, controlled layering, mixed with soft\n pastels","bold":true}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What does using soft pastels feel like?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nApplying soft pastels feels like laying down pure pigment—they respond immediately and blend easily, offering intense colour and control."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do you blend colours with soft pastels?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nUse your fingers, blending stumps, or colour shapers to softly transition between tones. Layering multiple shades creates rich depth."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What are soft pastels made of?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nThey consist of "},{"type":"text","value":"pigment","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", soft chalk or binder, and minimal filler—resulting in high pigment concentration and soft stick texture."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do soft pastels differ from chalk or hard pastels?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nSoft pastels have high pigment and less chalk, giving them richer colour and easier blendability. Chalk and hard pastels use more binder, making them firmer and less intense."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are soft pastels permanent?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nYes—when properly stored (e.g. fixed or framed), they remain vibrant and stable over time. They won’t crack, yellow, or fade."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is the difference between oil pastels and soft pastels?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nOil pastels have a creamy, waxy texture and do not require fixatives. Soft pastels are powdery and blendable but may produce dust and require careful handling."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can pastel pencils be used with soft pastels?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nAbsolutely—pastel pencils offer fine-detail control and can layer over soft pastels to enhance precision and texture."}]}]}