Talens Art Creation Soft Pastel Set | 24 Colors: Expanded Values and Velvet Precision
The Talens Art Creation Soft Pastel Set of 24 is an expansive collection designed for artists who want to delve deeper into the expressive world of dry media. Offering double the color variety of the foundational set, this selection provides the nuanced shades necessary for complex landscapes, portraiture, and still life. These soft dry pastels are formulated with high-quality pigments to deliver a signature powdery, velvet finish that brings a painterly quality to every drawing.
Key Features and Design Benefits
- High Pigment Load: Expertly formulated for vivid, intense color laydown that remains brilliant even after extensive blending.
- Rich, Velvet Texture: The soft consistency allows for immediate color transfer and a beautiful matte finish characteristic of professional pastel work.
- Ergonomic Square Shape: Specifically designed for multi-functional use—utilize the broad flat sides for rapid background coverage and the sharp corners for intricate detail and crisp linework.
- Superior Blendability: The dry, powdery nature of the medium allows for effortless mixing of new shades and smooth gradients using fingers, brushes, or blending stumps.
- Studio & Travel Ready: Comes in a secure plastic tray with a protective cardboard sleeve, ensuring your palette remains organized and the pastels stay protected from breakage.
Included Color Palette
- 24 Vibrant Soft Pastels: 100 White, 205 Lemon Yellow (Primary), 200 Yellow, 202 Deep Yellow, 235 Orange, 398 Naphthol Red Light, 337 Magenta, 318 Carmine, 316 Venetian Rose, 536 Violet, 570 Phthalo Blue, 535 Cerulean Blue (Phthalo), 504 Ultramarine, 640 Bluish Green, 551 Sky Blue Light, 617 Yellowish Green, 615 Emerald Green, 602 Deep Green, 668 Chromium Oxide Green, 227 Yellow Ochre, 411 Burnt Sienna, 408 Raw Umber, 706 Deep Grey, and 700 Black.
Application and Usage Guidelines
- The Importance of Tooth: To achieve the best results, use a surface with a visible texture, such as Talens Art Creation Pastel Paper. The "tooth" of the paper is essential for gripping the dry pigment particles.
- Advanced Layering: With 24 colors, you can build sophisticated depth. Apply darker values first to establish shadows, then layer lighter colors like Sky Blue Light (551) or Venetian Rose (316) on top to create highlights and mid-tones.
- Precision Blending: For large areas, use the side of your hand or a soft cloth. For small, detailed transitions, use a cotton bud or the point of a paper stump (tortillon) to maintain the integrity of your drawing.
- Conservation Tip: Soft pastels are delicate and remain smudgeable on the surface. To protect your finished masterpiece, apply a high-quality fixative spray to bond the pigment to the paper and prevent fading over time.
Technical Specifications
- Product Identification: Talens Art Creation Soft Pastel Set
- Quantity: 24 Pastels
- Medium Type: Soft / Dry Pastel (Pigment-based)
- Stick Profile: Square
- Packaging: Cardboard sleeve with internal plastic organization tray
- Series Options: Also available in a basic 12-color set and a comprehensive 36-color set
