How Unison Colour Soft Pastels are Made (On Location)

[@staffanscherloff4596]

This is most satisfying to watch!

[@ambersother9390]

I keep looking at Unison pastels and being put off by the price - but this shows exactly how labour intensive making them is, and the reason for that price tag. What a soothing and meditative process it is.

[@bigblue6917]

It always helps when you see what you are paying for and why it's worth it.

[@bluewren65]

The whole process is a delight to watch, but I was truly mesmerised by the curious cutting tool that squares off the ends. Then seeing them all lined up with their little paper collars attached gives a deep sense of satisfaction.

[@novaskitchen4981]

In a more recent video, Jim explains that they use two palette knives with what they call a stick (that's the proper length) to cut the pastels. The ends are gathered and rolled again and again so nothing is lost :)

[@bluewren65]

@@novaskitchen4981 Yes, I just watched it yesterday. So good. I loved the spoon too.

[@angelabell6797]

What a joy of a film, the best pastels in the world, thank you unison ❤ was surprised at the kenwood mixer 😅

[@califmike2003]

best in the world is debatable

[@judithwilliams3835]

What a delightful little film ! I love the product, and to see the pastels being made in that picturesque place was just beautiful.

[@FibreArtsTakeTwo]

Mesmerising. Always a pleasure to watch and admire true craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing.

[@Lewisiaisoutofcontext]

I have no words. Absolutely amazing. As an artist and paint maker myself, I appreciate this more than you could ever imagine. Thank you for sharing this lovely view into the process. ❤

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Thank you for your comment Lewisia, it's great to see behind the scenes of suppliers and manufacturers - especially when the process is still done by hand. All the best, the Jackson's team.

[@April-tx2wk]

Fantastisch!!!

[@emadmoussa2576]

Explains the quality and price. Even though I'm not particularly a pastel fan, now I feel tempted to invest in this medium. Well done, guys!

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Thank you for your comment Emad, if you do decide to give them a go, let us know how you get on. All the best, the Jackson's team.

[@SueKerriganHarrisArtist]

Soft pastel is an amazing medium and Unisons are my favourite brand 😍 just the right consistency and they are so vibrant. In fact the are so rich in pigment they last for ages so it makrs the investment worth it

[@adriannepatriciapower3271]

Wow ! Such an amazing video, no wonder they are such beautiful pastels.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Thank you Adrianne, glad you liked it.

[@womanofstill]

Gracious! I never knew! This is amazing!!! Makes me want more knowing such care went into the process!

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Definitely Brandi, Unison take such care when making their pastels. Glad you liked the video. All the best, the Jackson's team

[@tortera]

Thank you so much.

[@loriannferraioli2698]

Wow. Amazing.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Thank you Lori, glad you liked the film.

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

I love these videos. 😊

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Thank you Gaina, it's so interesting visiting suppliers and manufacturers and seeing what goes into making their products. Glad you like them.

[@maurizioferri299]

It is a magic place 😍

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

It sure is Maurizio, thank you for your comment.

[@christophem.294]

i love Unison. Really. beautiful colors. But I decided to stop buying brands that did not inform their customers about the pigments used. Manipulating Cobalt, Chrome, Cadmium, Antimony unknowingly is quite dangerous especially with the volatility of pastel dust...

[@johnhawkinshawkins1284]

i want your job. Just the rolling chopping bit... ultimate satisfaction, you do the mixing, i do the fiddly diddly bit.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

We know exactly what you mean John, it's so satisfying to watch isn't it. All the best, the Jackson's team.

[@Decopainterandtea]

Just watching this meditative piece calmed my brain.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Great to hear you found the video calming, it definitely does have that effect. All the best, the Jackson's team.

[@miaomiaochan]

Watching some of the workers manipulating the pastels while maskless worries me greatly, especially as artists are told to guard against breathing pastel dust. Even with excellent ventilation and high humidity, exposure to all those pigments - especially the ones containing heavy metal compounds - must be hazardous to employees' health. I do hope Unison has strict health and safety guidelines in place to protect their workers.

[@Ddalgiichigo]

You can’t breathe in pigment while it’s wet, it’s basically in paint form then.

[@mariejeannevanmiddelem6114]

hello,i don't now ow to use pastels ?

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Good morning Marie, thank you for your comment and question. We have a blog post which lists the essentials and what you need to get started in soft pastels: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2021/06/01/soft-pastel-for-beginners-what-you-need-to-get-started/ We also have a blog post which looks at pastel paper in detail too: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2021/05/28/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pastel-paper/ We hope this helps, do let us know if you have any questions. All the best, the Jackson's team.

[@pilladisimo87]

2:46 red? Really? I don’t think so

[@bigblue6917]

There somethings better done the original way.