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The galleries inspired me to get out my pastels for the first time in 10 years and really try to learn how to use them properly. Oh boy- one evening at it and my eyes are smarting and swollen and itchy and my nose is blocked and I feel wheezy. Either allergy or irritation. How do people cope with the dust?
I wear glasses so that's a bit of protection but obviously not enough.