Virtual Classroom

Monday, October 23, 2017

Thinking and Working as Artists-Chalk Pastel

What can I do with a Chalk Pastel?


A chalk pastel is made from a powdery substance that is used for drawing and comes in many different colors.

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Chalk pastels have a soft look, and can be blended easily.

Mary Cassatt-Little Girl in a Big Hat


On the Cliff-Theodore Robinson
Lynn Morgan-The OrangeWoods


Today we are going to explore and discover how to use chalk pastels!

  • Two ways to hold a pastel, tip and side
  • Changing pressure 
  • Layering colors
  • Blending with one finger

Share/Reflect:
Describe some colors made with pastels?
What happens when you press harder/lighter when you color with a pastel?
What happens when you put one color on top of another?
What happens when you blend with your finger?