The Encyclopedia of Pastel Techniques is the new and polished edition of the comprehensive and seminal work written by artist Judy Martin and published by Search Press. The bulk of manuals and books about pastel painting rarely acknowledge the benefit of traditional soft pastels, which is a dry medium that gives a richness and variety of paint colours to use. Soft pastels are without doubt the most versatile and most commonly used, however the modern range of materials include other pastel types that offer new techniques. Artists of every level will find great use in this extensive A-Z encyclopedia of pastel techniques, featuring a variety of different pastel types including oil and water-soluble pastels. The book is divided into two categories, the first will provide you with demonstrations and in-depth visual guides and explanations to guide artists through a range of techniques and styles. The second part focuses more on themes, that illustrate how artists tackle an array of subjects and problems including landscapes, urban scenes, figures, animals and more. - Author: Judy Martin - Publisher: Search Press - Pages: 176 - Size: 222 mm x 222 mm - Illustrations: 300 - Thoroughly explores pastel types and techniques - Includes demonstrations and a step-by-step process to help artists - Perfect for both beginners and veterans