I loved your discussion of types and brands. I am enjoying your painting, but I would truly live to see your reference photo at least occasionally while you work. Thank you!!!
So gorgeous. It makes me want to finish my current piece exploring a more monochromatic subject and do something with vibrant colors. I just discovered pastel pencils last year and really love them. Consider me a new subscriber.
I'm so glad you're inspired! I have to say, the colour from those few Caran D'ache pastels is stunning against the dark pastelmat. I have a tutorial for a fighter fish here: emilyrosefineart.gumroad.com/l/Fighterfish
Hi, thank you so much for your videos, they're very helpful. You mentioned about getting pencils in the post - I am moving into pastel pencils but worried about ordering online for delivery (espcially open stock); have you ever had issues with breakages when having pencils delivered in the post?
I have never used pastels or pastelmat, so perhaps have no real right to comment here, but I do paint in oils and your comment on how the pastel appears darker on the lighter board intrigued me. It does appear darker but I believe that's a trick of the light and eye, colours appear darker in value when placed next to a brighter value. It's closely related to the checker illusion from Edward Howard Alleson. In theory the fish would appear much brighter if painted on the lighter toned paper IF you then darkened around it, and the pastel pigments have an element of translucency. Unless there's some other weird science at work here 😀 . Anyway it's a beautiful piece of art and has inspired me to buy some pastels as it looks a lot less hassle for travel/plein air sketches! Keep up the great work! 😊
You’re totally right! The pastel pencils are not completely opaque (and like oils, some are more than others), so a white pastel mat with dark around it would give the brightest results. I have to say I love working in this way as I get a really harmonious finish to all the tones 😊
Thank you, Robin! The sponge is called modular packaging, it was actually being thrown away by a local company so I snapped it up. It's often used for packaging small technical equipment if that helps.
Only recently found your videos. Beautiful work. I have tried pastel pencils a few times, but return to my coloured pencils on pastelmat. Will certainly give it another go after watching you. You don’t seem to bother much with backgrounds, using the colour of the paper/ board to do the work for you. Have you done a tutorial on backgrounds using pastel pencil and have you ever worked with coloured pencils? My interest is wildlife too. Michael.
Hi Michel, thanks for your comment. You're quite right that I don't usually bother with backgrounds, there are a few reasons for this. In short, I don't enjoy creating backgrounds and find it a bit dull (personally!). I also find pastels somewhat problematic as the opacity of the premixed colours creates certain challenges when trying to obtain your depth. I haven't worked with coloured pencils, no, I found pastel pencils and simply love them!
realy a beauty off a fich .I will ask you what is the name of the vlack handy pencil holder. And where can I buy it with friendly greetings from the Netherlands
Thank you! Ah, yes, in future I'll look to include that for you as well. Thanks so much for your feedback and for watching! I hope it's inspired you :)
I personally find that y pencils break more often than with a knife, and, I love to draw with a long nib. However, if you find it works for you then GO fo it! I'd love to know if you do :)
Hi Emily Rose, gosh, what vibrant colors! Absolutely gorgeous. Have you ever used the Swordfish Ikon sharpener? Some artists recommend them and I'd love some feedback please. Thanks for sharing this real time tutorial 🙂
Hi Sandi, thank you very much :) I'm afraid I haven't used that sharpener. I have to say that after a few months, I really got on well with the knife and paper solution, so carried on with it. I have also found it helps in when I want to use the pencil in an academic style :)
🎉 wonderful video, i got a lot out of it! i’ve never been able to get luminescence right in ~*any*~ kind of media - lol colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors. basically i use everything but pastel pencils but you gave me a great roadmap 🥰 😊 hehe if you’ve read this far - you deserve to know until right now, i had no idea i was using the few pastel pencils i have totally wrong. wanna buy my art? just know i can’t use a pencil 🤷♀️
Hi, yes of course, sorry I left that out! This is an image I bought with a license from iStock: www.istockphoto.com/photo/siamese-fighting-fish-gm616894164-107195651
I will get pastel pencils. Im. into oil painting. for smaller drawings they are great. Can you can do that on regular paper? Black paper.. white? Greetings from Chile.
Have you ever considered using a mechanical pencil (the one that holds a regular pencil lead) for the broken pieces of pastel that are long enough so that there isn’t so much wastage of pastel? I ask because it costs me twice as much to buy art materials because I have to order them from the US and have them shipped to my US shipper who brings them over to The Bahamas for me. I am charged 45% duty plus shipping charges plus tax on the cost of the items and on the shipping! I simply can’t afford to waste a speck of pastel lol!
Oh I feel you Mona! It can get pricey and is surely doubled hard for you. I haven't tried what you suuggest, however, with more practice I do waste less and less pastel. That said, as your pencils are travelling very far to reach you, I suspect more pastel could be broken. If I were you, I'd give it a go! Be aware that different pastel brands have different pastel diameters :)
Hi Mona, You may not see this. Because your comment was a while ago. But you can crush the broken tips and use them “pan pastel” style-especially for base layers. You can use pan pastel soft foam tools for this, or cheap soft brushes.. Also Caran D’ache has a cool thing that is like a palette with a rough surface that also you can “sand down” broken tips and then use a brush to apply the resulting dust. Also, pastel is water soluble so you can break down the dust and then apply with a bit of water. And a brush. I recommend using cheap synthetic as this will definitely ruin any quality watercolor brush. Lots of options here! I hope this is helpful! 😊
Hi, I love your pencil holder where did you get it? I am a photorealistic coloured pencil artist living in Melbourne Australia and I am always looking for better pencil storage. Can you let me know what it's called? Thanks Loren
Hi Loren, ahhh it’s so handy isn’t it? So this is actually rejected packaging from a little tech company. It’s called modular packaging and I think is fairly pricey if you can’t get it reclaimed. I know some people have got a similar thing from Amazon by searching for a makeup brunch holder - genius!
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 Yes,you're right! I have all exept the Caran D'Ache and I still think to buy them! But how I'm pedominaly colored pencils artist, those can wait for the moment!
Hi, this is actually a 'save it from the landfill' item. It's called modular packaging and was from a local company that had ample going in the bin. I know some people have used make-up brush holders that look similar :)
Hi Josue, thank you so much! It's a wonderful paper called Clairefontaine pastelmat and I'm using the board, not the paper, for this one. It's a bit pricey but totally changes how you are able to use pastel pencils. Also, you don't need to spray it to fix the work!
Yes, you can indeed get a good point with a traditional sharpener (and providing the pencils are stable enough). But I like to use my pencils in broad strokes, on the side of the pastel, so getting the lead into a longer point really helps me! :)
Hi, it's actually reused packaging that a local business was clearing out. It's simply called 'modular packaging', you might be able to find it online? If not, perhaps ask local tech stores as it's generally used to house small and delicate components. I hope that helps :)
This is a good point. So, I always order mine by mail as I use my favourite shop which is a long way away (Paper Story Art Supplies in Norfolk UK). There is always a risk for breakage, however, do keep in mind the pencils have had to travel to get to the shop in the first place. I trust Paper Story (not sponsored), and Pencils 4 Artists in the UK also pack items really really well with lots of tissue paper used. :)
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 "... the pencils have had to travel to get to the shop..." LOL, exactly! No escaping it. Hopefully transport in general doesn't damage pastel pencils, but only when you let one drop down...
@@GoldenLion8 It's so true! Pot luck in the end unfortunately. It's why I like the Faber castell as a base set, they are pretty stable in comparison to some of the other brands. Just covers me if the other brands are broken inside!
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 Fortunately you pointed this issue out - so I can pay attention to it whenever I plan to buy pastel pencils! I wouldn't have thought about it.
i enjoyed the first part of this video but i dont reslly like it when people say there's a tutorial but all they have is a demo of thewm painting with music in the background. i would of much rather had verbal instructions on the steps you follow to complete a drawing. very diapointing and considering this is my 2nd or third video of yours ive tried watching i wont botherr with any future videos of yours
Sorry to disappoint you, Val, I'm afraid I have to limit what I can give away for free as this is my business. I do have some free beginner tutorials, with voice-overs, on TH-cam, to get people started. Look for the blue butterfly and the orange, they come with free books as well. The more advanced lessons, like this one, simply take too long to give away I'm afraid.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us Emily, it's very kind of you and your picture is stunning.
What an amazing artist you are! So inspiring and stimulating. I’ll have to try my hand at pastels after watching your tutorial. Thank you!
I hope you enjoy them, Maria!
It's the same for me!
I loved your discussion of types and brands. I am enjoying your painting, but I would truly live to see your reference photo at least occasionally while you work. Thank you!!!
Hi Karen, thank you so much for the kind comments and your feedback, I'll take that on board for future videos :)
Super Now it's one of my favourite Pastel Pencil tutorials!
Amazingly done!! Beautifull bright colors! Thank you for sharing and teaching.
Thank you Hella! I'm working on some new pastel pencil lessons for next month :)
So gorgeous. It makes me want to finish my current piece exploring a more monochromatic subject and do something with vibrant colors. I just discovered pastel pencils last year and really love them. Consider me a new subscriber.
I'm so glad you're inspired! I have to say, the colour from those few Caran D'ache pastels is stunning against the dark pastelmat. I have a tutorial for a fighter fish here:
emilyrosefineart.gumroad.com/l/Fighterfish
AMAZING! I love artists. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gifts with us. I wish you well. Stay encouraged.
Thank you so much!
Stunning drawing.
Your skill and this lesson is just so impressive! Thank you so much Emily!
Thank you so much Denise!
Fabulous tutorial Emily very informative and beautiful thankyou Joy
Thank you very much, Joy. I can't recommend working on a dark background enough. It's so good to change things every now and again!
Hi, thank you so much for your videos, they're very helpful. You mentioned about getting pencils in the post - I am moving into pastel pencils but worried about ordering online for delivery (espcially open stock); have you ever had issues with breakages when having pencils delivered in the post?
I have never used pastels or pastelmat, so perhaps have no real right to comment here, but I do paint in oils and your comment on how the pastel appears darker on the lighter board intrigued me.
It does appear darker but I believe that's a trick of the light and eye, colours appear darker in value when placed next to a brighter value. It's closely related to the checker illusion from Edward Howard Alleson.
In theory the fish would appear much brighter if painted on the lighter toned paper IF you then darkened around it, and the pastel pigments have an element of translucency.
Unless there's some other weird science at work here 😀 .
Anyway it's a beautiful piece of art and has inspired me to buy some pastels as it looks a lot less hassle for travel/plein air sketches! Keep up the great work! 😊
You’re totally right! The pastel pencils are not completely opaque (and like oils, some are more than others), so a white pastel mat with dark around it would give the brightest results. I have to say I love working in this way as I get a really harmonious finish to all the tones 😊
Thank you for this tutorial. Where did you get the sponge holder you are using to place your pencils in? very interested
Thank you, Robin! The sponge is called modular packaging, it was actually being thrown away by a local company so I snapped it up. It's often used for packaging small technical equipment if that helps.
Maravilloso!!🇨🇷💐👏👏
Only recently found your videos. Beautiful work. I have tried pastel pencils a few times, but return to my coloured pencils on pastelmat. Will certainly give it another go after watching you. You don’t seem to bother much with backgrounds, using the colour of the paper/ board to do the work for you. Have you done a tutorial on backgrounds using pastel pencil and have you ever worked with coloured pencils? My interest is wildlife too. Michael.
Hi Michel, thanks for your comment. You're quite right that I don't usually bother with backgrounds, there are a few reasons for this. In short, I don't enjoy creating backgrounds and find it a bit dull (personally!). I also find pastels somewhat problematic as the opacity of the premixed colours creates certain challenges when trying to obtain your depth. I haven't worked with coloured pencils, no, I found pastel pencils and simply love them!
Great tutorial, thanks for this one!
Beautiful work and great insight
realy a beauty off a fich .I will ask you what is the name of the vlack handy pencil holder. And where can I buy it with friendly greetings from the Netherlands
🎉 literally beautiful hope I can create something is radiant
Emily, I am curious about your pencil holder==did you buy or make that? I love your tutorials-I am going to try the Highland Cow this week! Thank you!
Hi! I made it from some left over modular foam packaging 😊 bit of recycling!
isn't it true that pastel is always blurred? Because you can work in such detail with your pens, I'm impressed!
Oh not at all! On the right paper, you can get really defined markings. The Faber Castell are also a hard brand, so they'll give you a sharper line.
Very beautiful, but would like to see the reference photo as a side by side to see what you are explaining. Thank you. Very helpful :)
Thank you! Ah, yes, in future I'll look to include that for you as well. Thanks so much for your feedback and for watching! I hope it's inspired you :)
is it okay to use electrical sharpeners? You do great work and a great lesson!
I personally find that y pencils break more often than with a knife, and, I love to draw with a long nib. However, if you find it works for you then GO fo it! I'd love to know if you do :)
Hi Emily Rose, gosh, what vibrant colors! Absolutely gorgeous. Have you ever used the Swordfish Ikon sharpener? Some artists recommend them and I'd love some feedback please. Thanks for sharing this real time tutorial 🙂
Hi Sandi, thank you very much :) I'm afraid I haven't used that sharpener. I have to say that after a few months, I really got on well with the knife and paper solution, so carried on with it. I have also found it helps in when I want to use the pencil in an academic style :)
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820
🎉 wonderful video, i got a lot out of it!
i’ve never been able to get luminescence right in ~*any*~ kind of media - lol colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors. basically i use everything but pastel pencils but you gave me a great roadmap 🥰
😊 hehe if you’ve read this far - you deserve to know until right now, i had no idea i was using the few pastel pencils i have totally wrong. wanna buy my art? just know i can’t use a pencil 🤷♀️
All I use is Caran D'ach and I can say with certainty that making details with them is finicky. Love your demonstration and the fish is beautiful.
I have to agree! Wonderful, the certainly are, but you need a large scale drawing to only use the Caran D'Ache for this sort of style.
Thank you. Beautiful work. Can you please add link for reference photograph?
Hi, yes of course, sorry I left that out! This is an image I bought with a license from iStock: www.istockphoto.com/photo/siamese-fighting-fish-gm616894164-107195651
The best blues for lightfastness can be found in the Conte a Paris range
Thanks Ian! I love the stability of the Stabilo though, it's easy to sharpen and has a fantastic colour.
I will get pastel pencils. Im. into oil painting. for smaller drawings they are great. Can you can do that on regular paper? Black paper.. white? Greetings from Chile.
Hi! Pastel pencils won't work on normal paper as they don't stick to it so your work will smudge together too much :(
Magical!!
Thank you!
so beautiful
What I use is a claw gem holder to hold the broken leads
Genius! It is so annoying when the pencils keep breaking - sigh!
Beautiful ❤
I'm interested in your foam pencil holder....
Thanks Renzo, it's actually modular packaging from a local company that didn't need it. A similar option is a makeup brush holder :)
What are you drawing on for your pastel t great to know
Beautiful!
Thank you Judy!
Beautiful
Thank you :)
Have you ever considered using a mechanical pencil (the one that holds a regular pencil lead) for the broken pieces of pastel that are long enough so that there isn’t so much wastage of pastel? I ask because it costs me twice as much to buy art materials because I have to order them from the US and have them shipped to my US shipper who brings them over to The Bahamas for me. I am charged 45% duty plus shipping charges plus tax on the cost of the items and on the shipping! I simply can’t afford to waste a speck of pastel lol!
Oh I feel you Mona! It can get pricey and is surely doubled hard for you. I haven't tried what you suuggest, however, with more practice I do waste less and less pastel. That said, as your pencils are travelling very far to reach you, I suspect more pastel could be broken. If I were you, I'd give it a go! Be aware that different pastel brands have different pastel diameters :)
Hi Mona, You may not see this. Because your comment was a while ago. But you can crush the broken tips and use them “pan pastel” style-especially for base layers. You can use pan pastel soft foam tools for this, or cheap soft brushes..
Also Caran D’ache has a cool thing that is like a palette with a rough surface that also you can “sand down” broken tips and then use a brush to apply the resulting dust.
Also, pastel is water soluble so you can break down the dust and then apply with a bit of water. And a brush. I recommend using cheap synthetic as this will definitely ruin any quality watercolor brush.
Lots of options here!
I hope this is helpful! 😊
Hi, I love your pencil holder where did you get it? I am a photorealistic coloured pencil artist living in Melbourne Australia and I am always looking for better pencil storage. Can you let me know what it's called? Thanks Loren
Hi Loren, ahhh it’s so handy isn’t it? So this is actually rejected packaging from a little tech company. It’s called modular packaging and I think is fairly pricey if you can’t get it reclaimed. I know some people have got a similar thing from Amazon by searching for a makeup brunch holder - genius!
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 thanks for your reply Emily, I'll try and track some down!!!
@@Lorens-art Good luck!
👍perfect
Wonderful!
Thank you!
What is that pencil holder mat? Where can I get one?
HI Jan, sorry it's just something I've been using for years but was actually old packaging!
Hi, did you try Gioconda Koh-i-noor? I have a 48 set, they are something between pit and stabilo.
Hi Desdemona, no I haven't tried those actually, but have seen them around. There comes a point when I wonder if I have space for any more pencils!
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 Yes,you're right! I have all exept the Caran D'Ache and I still think to buy them! But how I'm pedominaly colored pencils artist, those can wait for the moment!
What is this little foam holder and how do I find one please?
It was actually some recycled packaging. I think it's called modular packaging :)
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 amazing thank you for responding…
Where can I get the same support to hold the pencils upright as in your video please?
Hi, this is actually a 'save it from the landfill' item. It's called modular packaging and was from a local company that had ample going in the bin. I know some people have used make-up brush holders that look similar :)
What paper did you use to create this magnificent Master's quality art?
Hi Josue, thank you so much! It's a wonderful paper called Clairefontaine pastelmat and I'm using the board, not the paper, for this one. It's a bit pricey but totally changes how you are able to use pastel pencils. Also, you don't need to spray it to fix the work!
I use a pencil sharpener, I like them sharp like pencils, no issues so far
Yes, you can indeed get a good point with a traditional sharpener (and providing the pencils are stable enough). But I like to use my pencils in broad strokes, on the side of the pastel, so getting the lead into a longer point really helps me! :)
Where did you get the foam pencil holder thingy?
Hi, it's actually reused packaging that a local business was clearing out. It's simply called 'modular packaging', you might be able to find it online? If not, perhaps ask local tech stores as it's generally used to house small and delicate components. I hope that helps :)
I was going to ask too. Lol.
May I have the broken bits ?
Gen question: What are your thoughts about Lamination? I forget if I asked you already?
Sorry Ben, I missed this, Lamination? I haven't head of it in regards to pastels before...
I wonder - if one receives pastel pencils via mail, how high is the chance that they're broken inside?!
This is a good point. So, I always order mine by mail as I use my favourite shop which is a long way away (Paper Story Art Supplies in Norfolk UK). There is always a risk for breakage, however, do keep in mind the pencils have had to travel to get to the shop in the first place. I trust Paper Story (not sponsored), and Pencils 4 Artists in the UK also pack items really really well with lots of tissue paper used. :)
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 "... the pencils have had to travel to get to the shop..." LOL, exactly! No escaping it.
Hopefully transport in general doesn't damage pastel pencils, but only when you let one drop down...
@@GoldenLion8 It's so true! Pot luck in the end unfortunately. It's why I like the Faber castell as a base set, they are pretty stable in comparison to some of the other brands. Just covers me if the other brands are broken inside!
@@emilyrosewildlifeart-paste9820 Fortunately you pointed this issue out - so I can pay attention to it whenever I plan to buy pastel pencils! I wouldn't have thought about it.
@@GoldenLion8 Happy drawing!
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Thank you!
Thanks so much beautiful 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺💕💕💕
Thank you Vivien :)
Save your pastel pieces and put in an eraser pencil
Fab idea! It's always great to hear what others do with their spares
i enjoyed the first part of this video but i dont reslly like it when people say there's a tutorial but all they have is a demo of thewm painting with music in the background. i would of much rather had verbal instructions on the steps you follow to complete a drawing. very diapointing and considering this is my 2nd or third video of yours ive tried watching i wont botherr with any future videos of yours
Sorry to disappoint you, Val, I'm afraid I have to limit what I can give away for free as this is my business. I do have some free beginner tutorials, with voice-overs, on TH-cam, to get people started. Look for the blue butterfly and the orange, they come with free books as well. The more advanced lessons, like this one, simply take too long to give away I'm afraid.
Learned on making colors more Vibrant. Thanks you question Board beige also claire fontaine?? 🧁☕
Hi, so glad you enjoyed the class and it's helped you! Yes, the beige colour is called 'sand' and is one I use from Clairefontaine a lot :)
Beautiful