Pastel
Apply pure coloured pigment direct to the paper with wonderfully versatile pastels. Quick, easy and rewarding, there are several types of pastels to discover. Find out more with our guide to pastels and enjoy step-by-step demonstrations from top artist tutors.
How to draw a barn owl using pastel pencils
Lucy Swinburne demonstrates step-by-step how to use pastel pencils to produce a beautiful portrait of a barn owl
How to paint a red pepper using oil pastels
Using basic oil pastel techniques. learn to paint a red pepper with Tim Fisher.
An introduction to oil pastel painting techniques
Easy to follow techniques to introduce you to the joys of painting with the rich, colourful medium of oil pastels.
How to draw a bear using pastel pencils
Follow Bob Elcock’s step-by-step demonstration to draw a brown bear and her cub using pastel pencils.
How to draw a realistic white tiger in pastel pencils
Learn how to draw a white tiger step-by-step with Bob Elcock.
How to paint a spring landscape in pastels
Watch as Graham Cox paints a spring landscape in pastels