Soft Pastel Painting and Drawing: Brands & Types Compared

An introduction into different types and brands of soft pastel. Showing the mark making of Talens Rembrandt, Schmincke, Unison and Faber-Castell pastels and their differences. Great for those who are not sure what type or which brand to choose.
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Rembrandt Pastels:
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Schmincke Pastels
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Unison Pastels
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Faber-Castell Pastels
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[@karenlavigne1108]

Thank you, good explanation of the differences. 👍

[@cathycambray2757]

As a beginner, this was EXTREMELY INFORMATIVE. Thank you for taking the time to make this. ♥️

[@SophiePloeg]

You are very welcome.

[@alexandrasanches2473]

Vers usefull explanation! Thankyou so much, many blessings to you!

[@ronjosolis4413]

This is a very helpful video. Thanks for a great demo :-)

[@sallymack918]

Thank you for a very helpful demonstration of the kinds of pastel. I actually understand it now.

[@SophiePloeg]

You are very welcome.

[@Horsewoman-pt2ku]

Have you tried the Soho brand? They have a sale right now 120 half sticks for $60. Wondering about the pigments and what they compare to in softness.

[@blacksun67]

very, very clear comparison which really helped me to make my mind about the differences... I'm using a starter low cost set of mont marte and Conté à Paris pastels as a beginner, which are quite hard;
I think I will upgrade some day to the Rembrandt, and maybe get me a few supersofts like, for instance, white for crisp highlights... what do you think of it? :)
greetings from Italy

[@SophiePloeg]

Hi, sorry for not replying sooner - I missed your comment! Pleased to hear you found this video useful. I think your plan is excellent. Use what you have right now and if and when you can afford it, try some other brands and see how you like them. Trial and experiment is the way forward! Happy Painting!

[@lindyclarksonart7815]

Good video, thank you!

[@SophiePloeg]

Thanks! Glad you found it useful.