Chalk pastels are a type of art material used to create color works of artU+202D>U+202C>U+202D>U+202D>U+202D>U+202C>U+202D>U+202D>U+202D>U+202C>U+202D>U+202D>U+202D> U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> A chalk pastel is made combining pure colored pigments with a binder such as gum arabic. U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> To soften the color, create a variation from the pure tone, and help transfer the pigment to the surface being drawn on, chalk is added to the pastel. U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> U+202C> U+202D> U+202D> A chalk pastel’s pigment is present in the highest concentration of any drawing medium.
Many artists use chalk pastel to create small studies that can be used as inspiration for larger paintings in another medium.
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This is due to the fact that working with chalk pastels is very immediate.
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have a lot of color depth and are easy to blend.
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Some artists use chalk pastels to create entire compositions.
When compared to other mediums that require mixing, U+202D> U+202C>thinners, or other special supplies, using chalk pastels is relatively simple.
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The amount of dust produced when using chalk pastels is one disadvantage.
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Each pastel stroke produces a significant amount of pigmented dust.
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This dust collects quickly and can be difficult to remove from clothing and even other parts of the drawing surfaceU+202D>U+202C>.
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The use of an easel can help to reduce the amount of dust that needs to be cleaned up.
When working with chalk pastels, the type of paper you use is crucial.
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The pigment in the pastels is evenly distributed due to the roughness of the paper.
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Smooth surfaces, such as hot-pressed art board or Bristol board, may not be suitable due to uneven pigment application.
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Rough surfaces, such as cold-pressed boards or watercolor papers, are preferred, particularly if the grain is smaller.
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For pastel artwork, softly colored papers are commonly used,U+202D> U+202C>
Light sepia and gray tones, in particular.
Smudging and other hazards make completed chalk pastel artwork extremely vulnerable.
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Even framing a pastel painting can cause damage to the painting.
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Spray fixatives are an important part of working with chalk pastels.
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The fixatives will coat the pastels in a binding coat that will keep them in place.
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Despite the fact that the pastels may still smudge with the fixative,U+202D> U+202C>
It will be far more difficult to achieve this.
During the creation process, spray fixatives can also be used.
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