Art Haul Review ❤️Caran D’ache Neopastels, Sennelier Fixative, Lyra Polycolor Pencils Coyote Visitor

This is another jam-packed video! I start off by testing Sennelier fixative on four different brands of oil pastels. While I was out on the deck prepping my sketchbooks to spray with the fixative a coyote stopped by! There’s a short video clip of her in this video. I Test out the Caran D’Ache Neoastels that a viewer gave me by doing a couple of small paintings and a sketchbook that I purchased from Jerry’s Artarama “Buy It Try It” sale page. I also used some Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor pencils over the oil pastels.
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[@clearwater7000]

Beautiful video, paintings and nature! Tnx!💓😊🌞

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@barbarakuhn3239]

Just found your channel awesome awesome art

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Barbara, Welcome to my channel! Thanks for the lovely comment, I hope you continue to enjoy my videos.

[@juststartingover2735]

I have these and hadnt worked with them in a long time. This winter I took them out and struggled with them because they seemed too hard so I put them away after several attempts. Your suggestion in other video about warming up the Paul Rubens made me think maybe cold weather made these a bit harder too! So right now Ive got them sitting on top of my dryer hoping its just enuf to loosen them up. 😁

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hope it works for you!

[@sueallen952]

I always use hairspray, works like a treat

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

So glad you found something that works well for you!

[@musicalemily5464]

I just discovered you! Oh my goodness you are a breath of fresh air. And, I must admit, I find some of your commentary very sweet, and most delightful, which gave me a chuckle! It was where you say the coyote does not have a chicken in it’s mouth. For some reason, I found that funny. It is rare to get a smile out of me, so rare, in fact, that I had some on social media describing how to smile, or even trying to make me laugh, to no avail. So, you have done it. You have made me smile. Thank you. Thank you for your delightful presence, as well as your beautiful art. I have been searching and searching for a Channel, and, yours just popped up. I think it was fate. I am so very happy. You made my day. But, unfortunately, you got me inspired, and now I feel I must go buy art supplies right away!!! 😂 I rarely comment on any content, but, you gave me that smile, and, I just had to let you know how much it meant to me. I wish you all the very best. Keep creating, your art is spectacular.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I can’t tell you how much your comment meant to me. What a blessing to have made you smile. So grateful that you shared that with me! 😊 💕

[@musicalemily5464]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind I have only begun my journey with you, but, I know, already, that you have made me feel inspired. I went out, and bought a sketchbook, and just ordered some beautiful Tombow markers! I have not felt this exited about art in over a decade! I NEVER spend a dime on myself, but, your wonderful video got me up, and going again! I am one for watching people from their very first video, as to me, that is the way to get to know and embrace the true person behind the videos. So, I am off to start watching you from the beginning! I know when I get to the here and now videos, I will feel as if I have a new friend. Please know how much you, as well as your adorable husband, have touched me. I am eternally grateful.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@musicalemily5464 That is so exciting! I am so excited for you on your creative journey!! The beginning of my videos is a long time ago, I no longer paint on silk so you may want to skip ahead in the videos a bit 🤗

[@musicalemily5464]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind 😂 I may skip them, but, it is always wonderful to learn through watching. Painting on silk sounds lovely. I appreciate you writing back. I did not think I would ever get any response, but, I like to comment anyway, just to show my support. This is as much as I have spoken to anyone. I am kind of a mouse, and just hide away, but, it looks like you have brought me out of my hiding place. I wish you all of the best.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@musicalemily5464 i’m glad you felt comfortable enough to open up. I’m a house mouse too. I rarely go out and am very reclusive. My KZbin community is where I socialize 😉

[@missdeesaccount]

I don't own a set of Sennelier or Neopastel yet but I think I will. I've seen other artists rave about them both. I live in long term poverty so it takes me some time to save up for things that other people can easily get. I love your beautiful art, Linda. You're so good and I love your style. I have an affinity for Crows and ravens too. I draw them a lot. I also use rubber stamps and I do mixed-media and gel printing. I love experimenting and am just going to explore watercolour. I love art history too. I always watch your videos to the end! I hope that you and Don are doing well! Take care! Much love xx

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Miss Dee, you are such a loyal viewer. Thank you for always supporting my channel! I recommend buying the neo pastel over the Sennelier. I think they are more reasonably priced and they are a little less soft so they last longer. I really like them.

[@kimberleysheard1036]

I am glad you found a good alternative to the Senneliers. I have a set of the Neopastels as well and I like them. I was excited that they are also offered open stock! My favourites are still the Sennelier, but theses are definitely a strong second for me. I do not believe they are offered in a larger size, but you never know maybe the company will decide to do that in the future :-)

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Kimberley, thanks! I was really pleasantly surprised with these and felt they were very high-quality. I think the perfect balance would be to buy some of the larger size sticks of the most used colors like white in Sennelier and then just continue to replenish the Neopastels as they get used up. All in all as you can tell from the video I was pretty happy with them. Have a great day!

[@jcookie9448]

Hi Linda! I enjoyed this video a lot! The fixative sure is stinky. I live in an apartment complex and I've been sneaking onto my balcony each night to seal my paintings for weeks now!! I'm basically begging for trouble lmao. I don't think my neighbours appreciate it but I'm glad it's still cold outside. Also, today I learned to spray the bottle upside down when I'm finished. Thank you for letting us know! The comparison was very interesting. The neopastels seems to glide so smoothly.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

It’s great that you have a balcony to spray them on. I hope no neighbors complain 🤞So many people complain about the nozzle clogging up but I bet it’s because they don’t know your supposed to turn it upside down. Yes, the Neopastels do glide on very nicely! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for leaving a comment 💕

[@stephanie_smith]

There's another product I found last year called Talens Varnish for Oil Pastels that works really great...you use it with a brush and apply a thin layer. Dries within an hour.

[@heathermattern]

I can’t believe I am just now finding your channel!! Swooning over all of your videos. I am so very inspired!!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Yay! I absolutely love to hear that. There will be a new one uploaded on Friday and there’s tons of content in it 🤗

[@Julie-vy3oz]

I love your style. Makes me want to dig out may pastels and play! Gorgeous views you have.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Julie, Thanks so much! I hope you do dig out your pastels and play around, it is such a fun medium to be creative and loose with! Yes, I am so blessed to live where I do and to have such nice views.

[@jackieojeda6101]

I just love the art you make with good old oil pastels! I like em too,I might have to try the fixative and the pastels!,👍😃🎨💖👋😍✌🙏

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank You! I’m really pleased that you enjoyed seeing the video! 🤗

[@1Letter23Numbers.]

You know you're having fun when you feel under the weather but your brain says just a little longer. I am so amazed watching artists start with a tiny sketch and end with a blast.of color that makes me smile because I saw the picture come to life. Thank you so much for sharing this delightful process. I look forward to watching your content. Have a great day!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I really loved your comment, it’s such a great perspective! Enjoy your weekend. 🤗

[@1Letter23Numbers.]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind thank you! I am currently binge watching your channel 😁

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@1Letter23Numbers. You just made my day! 🤗🌷💕

[@debsmith7050]

Thanks for giving us such a comprehensive review.....I'm believing you really like the Caran D'Ache :)

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Deb, I’m really glad you enjoyed the review! Yes, lol, you guessed right, I really enjoyed them 🤗

[@loati94]

I am waiting on my birthday to get a gift card and buy myself a 48 set of neopastels because I made the mistake of buying 3 single colors and now, I am in love with them and watching this video just reinforced my need for them. I also bought 2 senneliers and they are beautiful and the texture is amazing so, even though they get used up faster, I am sure I will get a small set in the future to compliment my other brands and buy them open stock as I use them up, since I can get them for a very nice price. Same with the neopastels

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Happy early birthday! Have fun with your new art supplies, they are a wonderful brand of pastels. 🤗

[@loati94]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind Thank you!

[@jessbutterfly9801]

I made the mistake of using the spray inside my art room. After that you learn your lesson pretty dam fast. My room stunk for a week I had to air it out. Now it’s always done outside.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Very harmful to health to breathe it.

[@franswey2]

I enjoyed watching this video very much. I love the Caran D’Ache Neocolor ii’s Aquarelle and I just received a set of the Neocolor 1’s, but haven’t tried them yet. I know if I add water to the Neocolor ii’s the colors are awesome. I’ve never used oil paints, but I’ve been thinking about these. Do check Blick’s prices as they are usually the lowest. I loved the fun you had paintings, getting carried away not wanting to stop, what a wonderful feeling. I can’t wait to see more of your Neopastel artwork! The fixative looks like it will help protect the artwork and unused pages, I would probably still use in between sheets of tracing paper. Old habits are difficult to change. Thank you for sharing. As always, I enjoyed spending time with you on your mountain top! From my mountain top in middle Tennessee, have a wonderful week and weekend, love Fran

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Fran! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video this week. I have the Neocolor II water soluble wax crayons too. As a matter of fact I just got them out the other day to play with. I bet you are much closer to Spring on your mountaintop in Tennessee then we are on ours in Vermont!! We are knee deep in “Mud Season” 😆

[@franswey2]

I hope you like the Neocolors. I think I’m a member of Caran D’Ache board because I bought so much stock! … A 84 set and a126 set Neocolor ii’s, the 40 piece set and a 10 piece metallic set of Neocolor 1’s. The price of both Neocolor ii’s combined were cheaper than the original 126 piece set. Caran D’Ache has discontinued the 126 piece set and 42 colors. I’m going to be doing a bunch of coloring!! 😁🖍🖍🖍🖍😜

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@franswey2 i’ve had the large box of Neocolor II for years. I use them occasionally for mixed media but I haven’t been crazy about them. I’m going to give them another try to see if I can use them in a way that works well for me.

[@shanonporter4041]

Wow!! Where do u live? Beautiful country!!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks, I live in Vermont.

[@howlingwind1937]

My favourite is the one of the forest with all the shadows, your pictures are fun and lovely. Try using micador brand, I use it and it's not too bad as far as fumes go, especially if you're doing it outside and it brings the extra beauty out of the pictures. Thank you for sharing your video, I've not used caran d'ache, I've got a few sennelier, Monte marte, micador, and an unknown brand that are just lovely to use, all these ones have different hardness and softness and are great to use, as well as using turpentine to move them around besides your fingers etc, you can use baby oil to move the colour around. I hope you'll do more videos on oil pastels and soft pastels alike. Cheers from Tasmania!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed the video and seeing my pastel paintings!

[@howlingwind1937]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind you're welcome I had fun watching you have fun. And it was a good distraction for you by taking your mind off how unwell you felt at the time. I hope you're feeling much better now. Cheers!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@howlingwind1937 Thank you! That’s very kind of you. 💕

[@howlingwind1937]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind 😁

[@willemijnkamerling4011]

You're coloured house sketch is amazing. I love the bright colours. I bought a set of art creations oil pastels yesterday. What kind of blending thingy are you using? It looks handy. I could use my fingers. Fixitive seems like a good solution to all my pieces of paper in between the pages. Oh I just remembered I got the water soluble ones.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you! It is called a blending stump or Tortillion. They come in all sizes. Here is a set on Amazon so you can see more info about them: amzn.to/3Nk4xtx I found that if I worked heavily in my sketchbook, even after applying fixative, I needed to put protective paper between my pastel pages while I was working on other pages.

[@barbarakuhn3239]

I have always been so jealous of people that can draw or paint beautiful

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Barbara, I honestly believe anyone can learn to create art with a little study and lots of practice. 💟

[@gnostie]

Has anyone seen a full swatch of the 96 Neopastels anywhere on KZbin? If so, please tell me the link. I am trying to purchase a few more, but the stock 'swatches' seem to have nothing to do with the actual colours.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Gnostie, Wow, I see your dilemma! I searched around on KZbin for a while to see if I could find one for you but even the titles that say 96 don't swatch them all. Sorry I couldn't help. Maybe one of my views will come up with an answer for you. Good luck!

[@natashat2702]

may i ask what Sennelier set you have ??? loving ur channel

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks! This is the set I have: amzn.to/40esicw

[@natashat2702]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind thank you !!