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Here you can find articles that range from art conservation guides to the business side of an art studio.

I share my knowledge about Pastel Portraits, Originals, Texture Art and talk about my Art Workshops.

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Self-taught - Learning to learn

An autodidact by definition is someone who learns without the guidance of masters or institutions, however this definition is a little...

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Pastel conservation guide made easy.

Did you bought or are planning to buy your first pastel painting? Do you worry about the conservation, care and longevity of the...

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What does the word portrait mean?

Portrait comes from the Latin RETRACTUS, "to take, to pull", something like "to take out" an image. Historically, portrait paintings...

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But what is a pastel painting after all?

The soft pastel painting technique allows for unique results with the vivid, vibrant and luminous colors of pure pigment. Pastel...