- Here are two pieces I worked on: one I vacuumed to remove the pastel dust and the other I didn’t. Can you tell which one is which? ☺️. Any suggestions on how to gently remove it so it doesn’t remove layers of color that have been added to provide depth and texture?
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I love your tree Gretchen! It is so rich with color and beautiful ribbons of bark! The light hitting it, is just right. I enjoy your use of varied line as well. There is a lot going on in this trunk.
In answer to your question, I don’t think any dust was removed from #2… and why do it? I don’t know what kind of paper you are using, but I’ve used a paper I love that will take a ton of layering and hold the pigment. If you’re interested, I’ll send you the name.
I also love the tree. You did a wonderful job creating the texture and solidity. Pastel seems to be working well for you!
Thank you Susan! Yes, I’m open to suggestions as I figure out the world of pastels. I’m going to use a fixative on number two to keep the pastel dust in place, and hope it works the way I imagine.
Good Morning Gretchen, The paper I was introduced to in a class is called Canson Velvet. It’s particularly effective with softer pastels.
I just blow the dust away, probably not recommended. Ha! What an inviting, peaceful view! And the tree is just beautiful. The texture of the bark is amazing. I love the colors, as well.
I love the base of the tree, the way it feels so connected to the earth and also the way the bark has so much texture.
Les
The window gives me a feel of looking out a window with a view of the Mediterranean, very peaceful. The tree trunk is beautiful, very natural looking.
All- Thank you for your encouragement while I explore this medium. Susan, I’ll definitely try the Canson Velvet paper.