Oil Pastel Essentials | Materials and Technique

[@MisakoFlodin]

✦Time Stamp -00:00 INTRO -01:17 DESK SET UP -02:40 BEFORE YOU START DRAWING -03:38 DRAWING SURFACE -06:15 BLENDING TECHNIQUES -09:10 AFTERCARE/ FRAMING

[@KKOTBYEOL_Yeri]

Your drawing is just amazing🤩 thank you for sharing this ❤

[@interestedlearner4159]

This was amazing to watch. Thank you for the time stamps. I looked at your description but couldn't see details on where you got your desk light from, may I please ask details on what brand/type it is?

[@ayde92829]

Might I ask to know the song at the 3:44 mark? It's so beautiful

[@honeyboohoo]

This has been a really informative *and relaxing* video! I've been into impressionism for quite some time now and I would really appreciate a video dedicated to how you use colours! I still can't quite get the concept of using colours such as purples and greens and blues in depicting humans (considering the fact that I'm only a beginner) and I would want to know how to do them just like you do :D you're really an inspiration

[@MisakoFlodin]

I'm so glad you enjoyed this video☺️ took me a while to learn about tools for oil pastels, so I'm happy that I could finally share my knowledge to everyone❤️ I'm planning on making another video like this again, I'll make sure to include some techniques for colouring in a future video☺️👍

[@bangasama6181]

Yes please make a video on the concept of colors!

[@rytka79]

Get a book on color theory.

[@Out-to-Pastor]

Agreed, this was quite soothing and relaxing to watch and listen to.

[@elenimilktea]

I really can’t stand videos that are just talking so I loved this 100%

[@gekkoO.O]

I don't use oil pastels, but it's really nice to see your work progress, i love to see you painting, your videos and paintings are always well done and i really appreciate it❤

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed my videos😊❤️

[@Jasmine_Shelby_art]

Me too !

[@flavie.3826]

If I can add something, for the "sealing" part, maybe it can help people. You have to let the drawing dry before apply anything on top (just like oil painting, so, depending on the thickness, it can be take few weeks, or maybe months) Also, on the market, the only "oil pastel fixative" is the sennelier :/ But you can use any oil painting fixative (you can have different finish like glossy or mat because they are many on the market) To use a fixative, it's like a spray painting, only little "pression", line by line (so press the spray, do a "line" on top and release) do it again as much as it take for cover all the surface. Turn your drawing at 90° and do it again on all the surface, to be sure it's well sealed. And like every other spray bottle, turn the bottle, and spray in the air for clean the "pipe" of the spray before put away. I hope my explanations are understable and not to messy (english is not my mother tongue, sorry).

[@pennycandyys]

Good advice. From a conservation framing point of view, if you're putting it under glass though, I question the need for fixative. I'm not sure, but I would compare it to watercolor where you do not spray it with fixative, and you want it under glass, preferably UV protected glass like say True View or something like that. If you're selling a 'painting' for hundreds of dollars, then it's worth it. :)

[@iri5505]

Will be oil pastel painting dry to touch as oil painting after week or two?thanks

[@flavie.3826]

@@pennycandyys I don't know if it's really necessary, but my point was mainly "If you want to fix it, let it dry first" :o

[@flavie.3826]

@@iri5505 It really depends of the thickness of your drawing and the oil pastel you use. For example, sennelier's one are very smooth beacause they are very oily, they need more time to dry than mungyo's one. You can gently touch your drawing to see if it's dry (but one/two week seems "short" to me for dry) I don't really know how much time mine take to dry because when I finish it, I place it somewhere and someday I'm like "oh, it's been few weeks, lets check if it's good"

[@pennycandyys]

@@flavie.3826 Yes, good point. From my side, I like to share framing and conservation information because it seems like largely people still don't know much about it. To me, artists who sell their work in particular, should have some knowledge of the subject. So I make a lot of comments to help share some of the information, and it's not even necessarily directed at anyone in particular, but just to get the knowledge out there. :)

[@carpetjuise]

This style of editing is so aesthetically satisfying!

[@pothaothao]

I have started doing oil pastels thanks to you ! It's been a journey of trial and error and your tips have been so useful. Without you i would never have thought of using supplies like linseed oils (which make drawing so much easier and relaxing). I have even discovered an art store that makes traditional handmade oil pastels where I study (l'artisan pastellier). I am so thankfull for what you do ! I hope you know you have inspired many to start oil pastels and get back to drawing ! Thank you

[@Namaersige]

Hi, I'm willing to start drawing with oil pastels, and I'm having a hard time finding any review or thoughts on oil pastels by L'artisan pastellier, which I am really interested in. Have you ever tried this brand? If so, what do you think of it? :)

[@bananaketchup090]

I normally get headaches whenever I watch any art videos, doesn't help as a fellow artist. But I was able to watch your video from beginning to end without any migraine, I am convinced to try oil pastels again. Thank you

[@recreepy]

Your paintings make me feel like I’m walking in a dream

[@robynwhite5662]

I’m really enjoying your channel. Doesn’t seem to be too many people on KZbin specialising in oil pastels.. 😊

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much❤️❤️

[@leviackerman4597]

Your art, to put in words, makes me feel things i rarely feel. It awakens a warm feeling in my heart and makes me forget about all the things and i can just sit back and enjoy your videos. You make wonders with colours on the paper. Your art makes my eyes twinkle and helps me dream more. I will forever support you❤️

[@MisakoFlodin]

Reading your comment made my day🥺❤️ thank you so much!

[@leviackerman4597]

@@MisakoFlodin ❤️❤️❤️you deserve never ending happiness

[@barbsws]

oil pastels are my favorite type of materials, I really enjoy watching your videos, they're so relaxing and inspiring. I've moved into France this year and I'm so exited to buy senneliers pastels

[@jocarodrigues1270]

Perfect and complete silent film. The images and texts present everything necessary. Nothing else. Thanks

[@maya-kr8hq]

Probably the most helpful and enjoyable watching experience I’ve ever had on KZbin.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad you enjoyed it!✨

[@ashperdite]

I’m cryinnnnngg , cause I’m so excited I can barely contain it 😭 Time to drink my warm coffee while I let you take me on yet another soul therapeutic journey. Love you, Misako ❤

[@MisakoFlodin]

Good morning! thank you for being here so early, hope you enjoyed my video🥰 it's time to make some coffee for me haha☕️ sending you love from Canada! have a great sunday❤️

[@zehnel27]

thank you for this video, its really made my day! i love oil pastels but never tried them. its scary sometimes trying new things but the way you make art trully beatiful and lovely, that give me courage. i wish the see more art from you, have a good day!🌟

[@jana._777]

I bought a new pallete of oil pastels last night and im so excited to learn from you how to use it, i used to watch your videos since i was 13 last year, i really love your content😍😘💗💗

[@MisakoFlodin]

how exciting!🥰 hope you enjoy drawing with oil pastels❤️

[@maleficentrose8888]

hello, I keep coming back here because the intro music touches me. I want to know the title of it. But the link you provided won’t open in my phone. I would be delighted if you will tell me the title of the first music. Thank you☺️

[@catuze1239]

oh me too dear. I am curious too

[@MisakoFlodin]

Hi! the music is "gymnopedie No.1"☺️ thank you for watching my video💖

[@longhorngal9498]

By Satie

[@smalldewdrops]

Hello! It is the same for me, the link will not open but I would also love to know the names of all the songs used. They are so beautiful and calming and make me come back to this video 🤍

[@idyllicart1]

One of my favorite mediums! Im so happy to learn some more tips. Your videos are always wonderful!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much! I'm looking forward to make another tutorial video in the future🥰✨

[@klosux]

are there substitutes for linseed oil? ​@@MisakoFlodin

[@stephanieviolette593]

What a talented artist! Beautifully constructed video. Wonderful soundtrack. I love videos where one doesn’t chat. 👏👏👏

[@vampyisdying]

This is probably the most beautiful set up I’ve ever seen and editing on this video Is so beautiful

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thanks so much 😊✨

[@JK-iw6yn]

Adore the aesthetics, quietness and pace of your video so much. I’ve been looking for tutorial videos but none is as good. Please teach us more!

[@Lololeelee]

Thanks for the advice. I’m ordering the Skin Safer. I was under the impression that oil pastels were not that bad but I would rather be safe. I do wear gloves when oil painting. Using oil pastels were easier while recovering from a broken wrist this past winter. Peace ☮️

[@lyrescomet]

This is honestly the most inspiring youtube chanels out there honestly the whole aesthetic and everything and the time you take to make this wonderful paintings as same with your talent is wonderful always looking foward to new videos

[@MisakoFlodin]

thank you so much❤️ it means a lot to me!

[@jenurquhart_art]

Misako your videos are so beautifully made with attention to detail. This is so informative about drawing with oil pastels.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much☺️ It was a good opportunity to reflect on my past drawings. glad you enjoyed it❤️

[@seahorse5689]

Your Kitties are, of course, the most important ingredient. What gorgeous kit-kats. 💗💗 Thank you for all all the great tips.

[@niradnam13e]

While searching for more information about oil pastels I found your channel. You have inspired me so much and now I am slowly learning how to work and experiment with oil pastels. At frist I thought this material was only for kids but wow it's fascinating so thank you so muchhh. I love your artwork ❤

[@Gnomesaying315]

You make the most hated and feared art supply so easy to use! Thank you for this video! Now Im inspired to go dig out my oil pastels and create something beautiful!

[@laurawalker546]

I just started oil pastels because an important friend of mine bought me a whole set and had me experiment with them for a few weeks. I became intrigued with it. I have been a watercolorist for years but it is always nice to work in other mediums, and discover

[@sylviapubl3680]

There are also water-soluble oil pastels & watercolor pencils & water-soluble inks. You might want to experiment...

[@souzarte.artwork]

That's not a question, only a comment saying how much I love the texture that oil pastels have! I love their final appearence and how creamy they look when we are using them. I love when my fingers get all colored because of them 😊❤

[@laurawalker546]

I just started oil pastels because an important friend of mine bought me a whole set and had me experiment with them for a few weeks. I became intrigued with it. I have been a watercolorist for years but it is always nice to work in other mediums, and discover. Thank you for everything you have revealed to us so that we can figure things out a little faster

[@MisakoFlodin]

Wonderful! I hope you love drawing with oil pastels😊❤️

[@romher5414]

I haven’t seen a video on KZbin for a while, then I was looking for a tutorial on oil pastels as I always use them wrong. This is not only the most useful but the prettiest!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad it was helpful!☺️❤️

[@MoniqueBourgeois]

Such great content...I love your videos...so inspirational and showcases oil pastels as I've never seen before. I would love to see you write and publish a book on oil pastel techniques. Thanks so much for sharing your process, supplies and work!

[@mythandmilagro]

This video was so beautiful, I could cry! I’m fortunate to be taking a trip to Paris soon and after learning the history of oil pastels I knew I had to go to the Sennelier shop and try some out for myself. Your video popped up on my feed at the perfect time!

[@SusanGlover-q1m]

Absolutely beautiful work! I’ve been struggling to find the art medium most suited to me and I think oil pastels may be what I’ve been searching for. Thank you for posting such wonderful information and I look forward to more of your videos.

[@cfpaddock]

I'd love more info on painting with oil pastels. I feel like it is such an overlooked medium, and there really is little info about it. Anything you share is appreciated!

[@Nasauniverse001]

Hi, thank you for this lovely video. I am learning, late in life, to paint and decided to try pastels. I didn't realize there are more than one type and each time I watch a video or tutorial I learn something new. Once again thank you.

[@demetbengi7847]

Really it was a detailed and very informative video, thank you👏 I paint with soft pastels and never use oil pastel. After watching your impressive video, I definitely want to try oil pastel.🙋‍♀️

[@oink8520]

YAYYY ANOTHER VIDEO! I was so excited 😭😭This was so informative! I think it would be really cool if you did a sketchbook tour next! I always kinda struggled with portrait sketches and I kinda want to see how you do them so well. Anyways, hope you have a great day, look forward to seeing you again!🥰🥰

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you❤️ I'll include some sketchbook tours and portrait drawing next time I do a “sketch with me” video!

[@lar_s]

I'm in love with the setup of the materials in the in initial shot. So artfully composed and arranged. I can't stop looking at it, it's just so ✨pleasing✨

[@widewidesmile]

Thank you for your generous sharing. This is so inspiring and helpful. I'm looking forward to your video about different oil pastels!

[@silkspinner7010]

Thank you for this video. It’s really informative and interesting. Looking forward to the one about the oil pastels

[@miklosnemeth8566]

9:48 After properly cared with fixative/varnish, it cannot remain sticky, it must be rock hard, even when I use impasto with thick layers or 3D pastel blobs here and there. Don't hesitate to spray it 12 times (thin gentle layers), if needed. With the Talens 060 Varnish one layer is enough to make a parfect finish. Your artwork is fantastic, and a joy to watch your paintings and process videos.

[@attheranch873]

Does the Talens varnish go on after the spray she’s using, or is it enough by itself?

[@miklosnemeth8566]

@@attheranch873 Enough on itself, you use a soft flat brush to paint varnish liquid on top of your painting. Then clean the brush with mineral spirit. Yeah, it is more hassle, and takes time, but the result is fantastic.

[@miwona_art]

​@@miklosnemeth8566I didn't know that Talens makes a varnish for oil pastels. I definitely need to try it, since I hate spray ones because of toxic fumes. Thank you for the tip ❤

[@heavenread4610]

Thank you for this awesome tutorial. I paint with acrylic and oil. I was given a set of pastels and having them lay around for a while I have decided to experiment with them and see how far I can get. This was a very good tutorial. I already have most of the material, this helps make the start a lot more fun.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad it was helpful🥰❤️

[@possiblybia]

Incredible video, thank you! I’ve always loved oil pastels but your tips and recommendations bring even more freedom to this great medium. It has given me some confidence to work even more with oil pastels and get results I love.

[@maaikev.7215]

oh gosh the wooden cabinet for the pastels seems so incredibly useful

[@leezasteacker3418]

Just got a beginner oil pastel set, this video helped a lot!!

[@MisakoFlodin]

glad it was helpful! hope you enjoy drawing with oil pastels🩷

[@danieleskridge]

Great video, perhaps the best intro to oil-pastels that I've seen. I see you didn't mention my favorite paper for oil pastels: sanded paper. It allows for lot of layering and works especially well mixing with colored pencils.

[@ChaiTogether]

So incredible, thank you 💛 and Japan is the best! 😊🕊️

[@nicolevalentin2100]

I loved everything about that video! The visuals, the music, and of course the information. Your artwork is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much☺️🌹

[@exp-io853]

wow im so interested in oil pastels..it tak÷s so much care as much as oil painting...this is the most helpful informative video I've found on youtube...there are not much about oil pastels..i really wnat to learn about them..thank you for this video ❤❤

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much !❤

[@jacksimoni2478]

I have been watching your channel for months now, and I just recently got oil pastels because of your beautiful artworks. This video has come at such a convenient time to help me practice, and learn how to use the materials properly. Thank you for sharing your tips!

[@rjvnz]

I’m so inspired by your work! I absolutely loved and really appreciated this video. It was beautifully done, relaxing as well as informative. Hope to see more of such videos from you

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much! it means so much to me! I'm excited to work on new drawings🥰

[@Emily_Linka]

Thank you for such a beautiful and calming video. It’s so hard to find good information about oil pastel painting and I really enjoyed watching this. They are one of my favourite mediums to use despite seeming not all that popular. It’s so lovely to see a channel that shows the true beauty of what can be achieved with them

[@seraphimluv]

sometimes it's hard to believe all this content is free

[@AuritraChandra]

Thank you for this video.. You really inspired me to learn

[@robinduke3446]

I enjoy your videos so much. They’re so relaxing and informative. I look forward to more of your oil pastel videos in the future. Thank you for sharing your process.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much for waiting my video☺️

[@julietoffoloart118]

Hi and thank you so much. This knowledge continues to push me forwards using oil pastels. A big change from my soft pastel experience. 🍃

[@BB-gz3ds]

Such an informative, beautiful and inspiring video. A piece of art in itself. Thank you!

[@Milic________________]

I LOVE how organized you are. It’s so relaxing to watch. Thank you 🙏

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you! 😊

[@gabriellaribeiro5113]

Descobri seu canal hoje, e estou encantada com sua arte, seu trabalho é lindo e emocionante, estou começando com giz pastel, e você já é uma enorme inspiração, obrigada ❤☺️🇧🇷

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much for watching my video☺️❤️

[@ArtsiRosi]

Very informative. Short but packs a great punch. Thanks so much!!

[@fahrenheit2109]

Very pleasing to watch, I think I will come back to this video many times. Subscribed!

[@MisakoFlodin]

thank you so much❤️

[@faenon6348]

A l'aventure autodidacte du pastel à l'huile, je reste impressionné de votre technique et, ai aussi apprécié le caractère apaisant de votre vidéo. Du coup je me suis abonné.

[@mackenzieminer415]

Your artwork is just absolutely stunning. I could stare at it all day

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much❤️

[@bobgramatges1]

Everything about this video is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing your process!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad you enjoyed it!☺️

[@Vicious-scribbles]

Thanks so much for the video! I was nervous about using brand new oil pastels I got as a present, but now I feel like I have some idea of how to better work with them. I also enjoy watching process videos, so this was really a win-win situation for me.

[@ErickaFrias]

I am taking a drawing class with pastels and this video was so informative. Thank you so much for making this. Your artwork is very beautiful!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad it was helpful!☺️

[@vaniaerlina2876]

thank you for sharing this with us, your paintings are absolutely beautiful!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@jessfrab]

I loved this video so much. Thank you a thousand times. I don't consider myself an artist, but I'm always floating around and I've been in love with oil pastels since I was a little girl and I'm discovering what I can do. Seeing your process is inspiring and meant a lot to me! I have many difficulties, two of them: 1. with regard to drawing itself, how to get depth, learn about colors and how to be able to create layers and colors with small palettes. I would love to know more about your depth techniques with pastel oils and how you go about creating color when you don't have many options! 2. I have the Mungyo professional 36 colors and the Pentel of 50 - but I don't really understand what to achieve with each of them - the pentel is less creamy, but I know it can be useful, it's just frustrating not knowing how to combine with the Mungyo, if I should combine... I would love to know more about the pastel oils you use, what you learned from each one... I think that's it! I can't wait for the next video!

[@pennycandyys]

I'm so happy your channel came up on my feed!! I also am in BC, but not on the lower mainland if that's where you are.. I'm a white girl, lol, not Japanese, but I do have somewhat of a fascination with things Japan, for instance I order from ZenMarket, I can't wait till I get to watch the new Studio Ghibli movie, I love Totorro, and I'm watching new Japanese releases on Netflix, etc. :) Growing up it seemed like there was always a dried up box of Reeves oil pastels kicking around, I was always fascinated and wanted to try, but they were so bad! So watching you compose masterpieces is pretty awesome, and I will look forward to watching more of your videos. I've recently been stocking up with watercolor supplies, and I actually bought the Nicker paints, and Muse paper, too. In fact I have a little Totorro painting I need to do, but there's something that keeps getting in my way... Anyway, I think I'm going to have to add some oil pastels next time I place an order, along with a Baren, some acrylic paint, gosh I think I'll be able to open my own store when I get finished, lol.

[@rubendrenpillay5790]

A serene and beautiful video to watch, Simply lovely! God bless!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad you enjoyed it☺️✨

[@ChaiTogether]

So glad to discover your channel! 😊🎉❤

[@amethystskeels3788]

Not gonna lie the best part was the cat rubbing against the other cat 😂 but really though, thank you for helping me feel a little more confident in pastels :) I used to play with them as a kid and I was just using some crayons to color the other day and thought "ya know. I should get more serious about pastels!" (My 6th new art ive picked up this year lmfao)

[@marcellmoradel7504]

THANK YOU SMMMMM this was very helpful

[@agstyle-di2om]

What an amazing video! It was so helpful for me as someone who is just starting out. Thank you for making it

[@MisakoFlodin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ParamitaDevi]

your artwork is so special. this video has been helpful for me! ❤

[@JennaYates-h1w]

You did a fantastic job editing, and communicating what I need to know in this video❤️👍 great work!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much😊💖

[@dutmark]

I think the most essential is: a cat. Everyone should have a fluffball accompanying you when working

[@violetsogn5279]

Thank you so much! This was really great! I’ve done a little bit of pastel, watercolor and oil, but never really done oil pastels and I’m excited to try them

[@LizdeSouza]

I found your channel days ago because I have oil pastels and I was lost about how to use them. Not anymooore! Arigatou, merci, thanks!!!

[@mmarylittle]

thank you so much honestly a really, genuinely useful and pleasing to watch video

[@johntravena119]

I use to paint with oil pastels/soft pastels and have been wanting to paint again. Sometimes I would do the underpainting with soft pastels and paint acrylic medium to seal it. Also used watercolor and gouache to start the background at other times. Never had the extensive collection of colors and that was sometimes a frustration but I would work in more limited palettes and buy colors as I needed them. Your paintings are beautiful! Really like your technique of liquifying the colors. Didn’t realize some of the pastel colors are toxic, good to know!

[@gabrielrocha4761]

wonderful! Great video! it's good be able to see and learn each technique you use. thanks!

[@atheveane.nequen]

Thank you so much for this!!! I've been trying to get into oil pastels, if you make more tutorials i love to know how you build color with them! Thank you so much 🫶🫶

[@virginiarobin]

This was so informative and delightful to watch - thank you :)

[@joriddle1566]

this is an extremely informative video and beautifully shot! love ur cute lil cat too

[@valeriegehling4358]

Found video informative. Can’t wait for the next ones! Thanks

[@D3epFaik]

you are an amazing oil pastel artist!!!

[@Shupainting777]

So wonderful art!! Oilpastel is exciting 🎉❤

[@cyborgzulu2011]

Wow. Truly. Thanks for this. I plan on starting a similar style but I'm sharing my experience with learning how to utilize art.

[@expseeker9438]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thanks for watching☺️

[@mymintmoon]

Thank you so much for sharing your helpful tips about this beautiful media ♡

[@amada4170]

Beautiful. I miss using pastel oils from art school so I'm planning to get back to it. This was a wonderful video.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much☺️🌹

[@JohnRichardHewittFineArt]

Beautiful, beautiful video and stunning artwork. Thank you 🙏

[@visuworder]

Thank you for a wonderful gift on a dreary Monday morning!

[@Novr-mu9qs]

That vedio was so warm n literally art.

[@RallyTheTally]

Your whole channel and artworks are insainely pretty.

[@MisakoFlodin]

Thank you so much☺️ It means so much to me🌷

[@elodessine6846]

❤ bravo c’est super beau et ta vidéo est trop bien montée

[@cheesecake8146]

OH boy the second example was very juicy. Never thought of using pastels like that. It offered me a new world lol. Will surely try the techniques you presented!