Soft Pastels
Soft pastels are among the most popular pastel mediums used by artists. Painting with soft pastel is a unique experience - dry colour glides onto the surface as if painting with pure pigment.
Soft pastel is a direct and immediate mode of expression in colour. Shop our wide range of the finest brands including Unison Colour, Rembrandt, Schmincke, Sennelier Soft Pastels, as well as our own brand Jackson’s Handmade Soft Pastels.
Soft Pastels: Popular Questions from Artists
At Jackson's, we offer an extensive range of soft pastels for every artist. Whether you're after individual soft pastel sticks or complete sets, our collection features options to suit every technique and budget.
From traditional portraiture and landscape work to contemporary abstraction, our range of artists' soft pastels covers every application. Whatever your style, scale, or approach, we stock everything from student-grade sets to professional soft pastel colours in hundreds of hues.
Soft pastels are drawing and painting tools made from pure pigments with minimal binder, giving them an exceptionally soft, powdery texture. Soft pastels create a velvety, matt finish that's ideal for blending and layering. They work beautifully on textured pastel paper, sanded surfaces, and specially prepared grounds.
Jackson's Art Supplies offers one of the most comprehensive collections of soft pastels available. Our selection includes trusted brands like Unison Colour, Schmincke, Sennelier, Rembrandt, and more. Whether you need a starter set or professional-grade soft pastel colours, we stock options for every technique and budget.
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Shop Soft Pastels at Jackson's Art Supplies
Ready to discover the best soft pastels for your practice? Browse our soft pastel collection online and find the perfect tools for your creative work. Need more help? Visit our Help & Advice or Contact Us pages - our team is here to support you.