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My oil pastels have been sitting on my shelf for a long, long time. Inspired by a youtube video I had been watching I thought I might try them again.
I have a box of Jaxon oil pastels (I think they can be considered student grade) and some neopastels.
I had bought some odourless mineral spirit for blending my coloured pencils, and as I prefer a more painterly look I tried the OMS with the oil pastels.Ulla
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Lovely painting. If you like a painterly style, the soft Sennelier oil pastels might suit you really well.http://www.shyeomans.co.uk
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Nothing left but smoke and cellar, and a woman with a black umbrella...Hi Ulla, and welcome back!
Your painting has a lovely feel to it, and I like your chosen palette. I love the few Neopastels that I have – I agree with you that they are extra soft and creamy. Senns are definitely the top of the line in that regard, but somewhat costly (at least in my part of the world!). One of the things I love about oil pastels is how easy it is to work with so many different brands. In general, the harder brands are great for the bottom layers, and the softer brands like the Neopastels glide over them for top layers.
I hope to see more of your work!
Terri
Film photographer with special love for alternative photographic processes - especially ones that get my hands dirty!
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