Pastel. A Large Guide. Gift Editions

If you think that pastel is just the chalks that children use to draw on the asphalt, you are very mistaken! The book by professional pastel artist Irina Klimova will open up the world of this amazing material to you.

With this book you will:
• master the basic techniques of working with dry pastel;
• learn to work with color, light, and texture;
• find out how to choose pastel and suitable paper;
• understand how to frame and preserve your works;
• complete more than 20 step-by-step master classes—from a simple sphere to a complex still life with a bouquet.

In this edition, the author shares personal experience, explains how to feel the material, and tells how to turn the drawing process into real pleasure. This book will help you fall in love with pastel and see the limitless possibilities for self-expression!