A comprehensive study and reference guide for students wishing to work with soft pastels. The workshop will take the student through the basic steps of of creating a simple image with pastels using well illustrated exercises and tips on using pastels. As the workshop progresses you will learn different methods of underpainting, how to "build" a pastel painting, working from photographs and extensive information on materials, equipment and supplies and the best places to purchase them. A "Must Have" for beginning as well as advanced students of soft pastel