Trying Arrtx Soft Pastels ✍️

[@LizaFlahertyArtist]

It's so impressive. You never lose faith and always find your level with whatever medium you are using. Nothing defeats you.

[@emhuesart]

Aw thank you Liza! I think that's called "stubbornness" though 😂 I promise I do get defeated sometimes, everyone does! Struggle is good though, it just means that we're learning! ❤️ Thanks again Liza, I always appreciate your kind words!

[@LizaFlahertyArtist]

@Emily Hughes Art true. If we're comfortable then we aren't being prodded forwards. All skills need a lot of effort and it's the input that pays off

[@alanefideler7234]

I use the Sennelier fixative for my oil pastel drawings in my sketchbook, and the trick is to layer slowly and lightly. Usually I do three layers and it stays put super well! I have not tried it on soft pastels, but my guess is that any fixative works best using light, gentle layers

[@emhuesart]

Fantastic tip! I have since applied more layers, and the pastels are staying put much better. I am going to look into getting the Sennelier fixative when I finish the can I am currently using (Krylon spray fixative) 😊

[@etherealgirl394]

Emily you are not gonna believe this! Just yesterday I was looking for some pencils all over my house and instead I found my soft pastels!!! And now you post this absolutely gorgeous video using yours??! Is this a sign from the universe for me to try them again? lol

[@death__ray]

That's happened to me before and it totally is a sign lol go ahead!!

[@etherealgirl394]

@@death__ray aww thank you for encouraging me!! :D

[@emhuesart]

No way!! That's awesome! Definitely a sign hehe 😄 I hope you have fun using them again!

[@etherealgirl394]

@@emhuesart girl, I'm having a BLAST!! OMG?!! I used to suck at using them but suddenly I'm able to paint something semi decent! I did an old cauldron and I love her 🥺 Ahhh I'm so happy, your color magic is definetely contagious, so thank youuu 💕

[@emhuesart]

@@etherealgirl394 ahh!! I'm so happy to hear that! 🥰 that is seriously the best feeling in art! A cauldron pastel drawing sounds amazing 😭❤️

[@jaqstitch]

So fun! The fact that you can make good work in every medium is really impressive :) Thanks for another video Emily!

[@emhuesart]

Aw thanks so much for watching and commenting Jaq! 😄

[@isabellewebber8291]

I love oil pastels. I love that you don't have the option to get rlly derailed or exact. It makes the result more expressive and you end up experimenting with more colors aswell!!

[@warmyellowshade]

I can't believe this was your first shot at it! You're such a talented painter. I haven't used my pastels in years - mostly because of the mess, but you're making me want to pull them out again. I remember using crystal clear to coat it, however this can affect the colour a bit. I've seen other store them with a sheet of wax paper or tracing paper on top. Btw, you will enjoy the painting experience even more with a less textured paper, pastel paper is not as rough as cold pressed. I remember really enjoying working on a rough craft paper. Toned paper works great! Can't wait to see your future explorations!!

[@emhuesart]

Thank you Yellow (can I call you Yellow? 💛) - Thank you so much for all of the tips! I think toned paper would be so much fun with these! I also think you're right about the paper texture, I will definitely explore using smoother papers with them in the future. :-) P.s. I'm watching your A.I. picks my palette video right now, and I'm loving it! I had no idea James Gurney released an A.I. version of himself! So cool!

[@warmyellowshade]

@@emhuesart Yellow hahah! Love it! And yeah he did! You should talk to it. 😉👍 Thanks for watching my video. 🥰

[@frannie68]

I adore your film studies so so much, the mood and unique palette of Amelie is so on point it’s crazy ❤❤❤

[@RooMoon]

That kettle is darling!! And hearing you walk us through your process is very soothing and enjoyable~ I'm so happy you're receiving products to review!

[@emhuesart]

Thank you so much Roo!! 😊💛

[@artofkai]

I'm glad you uploaded, I just grabbed my sketchbook as you posted!

[@emhuesart]

Aw amazing! I hope you enjoyed the video and had a good sketching sesh!

[@m.c9171]

So pretty!! Would you ever consider doing a tutorial on how to draw faces? I love your art and I’d love to see your process and hear your tips. No pressure though!

[@emhuesart]

I am planning on doing a "how to paint faces" video in the near future, and it will include the drawing process as well! Hopefully I can get the video out sooner rather than later 💛 Thanks for watching!!

[@SpottedJournal]

This is really beautiful, I love Amelie and really enjoyed hearing your process through this piece, it's an amazing first attempt at soft pastels! ❤❤

[@emhuesart]

Aw thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed!! ❤️

[@Lia13_]

Yay! My favoritest movie ever! And your art is just so beautiful, I love it soooo much! 🖤🖤🖤

[@emhuesart]

Such a good movie! Thank you so much 🥰

[@tristartist]

It says in the back of my fixative that you should coat soft pastel work about 4 times. The studies turned out gorgeous. I hate to get my hands messy but it was very relaxing to watch you sculpt the face with this medium.

[@emhuesart]

Ah that must be where I went wrong, I only did about two coats! Thank you so much ❤️ I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@KrystalAnne926]

Currently binge watching your videos! You’re awesome! 💜

[@emhuesart]

Aw thank you so much! So glad you're enjoying them 🥰

[@heavencox3]

There’s nothing wrong with a bit of mixed media! I love your color blends and seeing you painting the women helped me sooo much!!

[@AvisfeatherArt]

Great piece and I love the texture that the pastels make! Exploring mediums is really fun, but I do find myself changing art styles when I do though to accommodate the medium.

[@emhuesart]

Thank you so much! It is difficult to stay consistent with style when changing mediums and this is something I have struggled with too. When I'm trying a new medium I try to think of the key things that I enjoy about my past work. For me that is shape, color, and directional brushstrokes! 😊

[@AvisfeatherArt]

@@emhuesart No problem! I'll try that out, thanks! 🥰

[@Escherlife]

I find my pastel pencils are great for the final details of a soft pastel piece. I have both the Derwent and the Carbothello sets. Beautiful artwork as always ❤

[@emhuesart]

Thanks for sharing, I think that might be a game changer... and an excuse for me to buy more art supplies! 😆

[@Escherlife]

@@emhuesart I can always find an excuse to buy more art supplies 😂🥰

[@KevinQuesada448]

you are crazy talented

[@emhuesart]

thank you so much! 💛

[@grafitoytinta]

The facial expression for the Amelie's portrait is amazing!.😀

[@emhuesart]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@heavencox3]

I’ve done a lot of research, best idea is rice paper, or glassine. Store it in a cool dark place until ready to sell. Sell in a frame, make sure you give the buyer an idea of how to keep there art is the best condition. Soft pastels can be so tricky.

[@kriscobain290]

Using hairspray as a fixative works really well, on soft pastels, graphite, and charcoal. Just give it a really good coat like a bit excessive with like level 3 or 4 of strength. I use Herbal Essence and i can run my finger over the charcoal with no residue on my finger. I find the same results with soft pastels.

[@moonlightgator]

I have tried pastel. Same way you did, just used watercolor paper. I can tell from other people expierence pastel paper is the key to keep pastel stay in place. As soon as I can I want to buy at least one sheet of pastel paper to try and it is also good for oil pastel multiuse is always a plus.😊

[@emhuesart]

Ah! Thank you so much for sharing. That makes total sense! 😅 I applied more coats of fixative as someone suggested, and it really helped. I think watercolor paper is okay for quick sketches, but maybe not finished pieces. That is good to know for next time! 😊

[@Dahlily]

Also, you can make you own pastel papers with clear gesso, golden pastelground, or even pumice paste and acrylic! It's supposedly much cheaper. Also, for practice you can buy sandpaper from building supply stores (you know, the stores where you can buy wood, nails etc). Its not archival but supposedly works pretty well, something like 400 grit

[@dimitrioskalfakis]

expressive artwork.

[@Loreific]

I personally prefer to layer my fixative and then I store completed pieces in a drawer with glassine paper in between to protect them :)

[@hayunaserpienteenmibota]

youre so talented

[@emhuesart]

Thank you so much 💛😊

[@LilliCreates_cactus]

This is so cool. Now I wanna try them lol

[@emhuesart]

They were a lot of fun, but soo messy haha!

[@ericasdf5250]

Babe, wake up. Emily posted a new video ❤

[@emhuesart]

Haha I love this ❤️ Thanks for watching!

[@lyssasletters3232]

Great work!

[@amarin8600]

Love your art Emily. I didn't like soft pastels, way too dusty for me. Wore a mask when using them as I found myself coughing a lot. (Different brand, not Artxx). You could always use parchment paper to prevent smudging. I know other YT artist The Last Coffe Bean uses clear modge pod to prevent smudging.

[@JadaBstudio]

Pretty amazing textures and blending you can do with soft pastels! I would try them, but way too messy for me with pets under foot!

[@emhuesart]

Thanks so much Jada! I hear you, they might be the messiest art supply out there 😅 but I really enjoyed playing with them and their different textures! ✨

[@marianarizna]

It's so beautiful 🎉❤Thank you 😊

[@emhuesart]

Thank you! 😊❤️

[@sofiaamadapk2684]

❤

[@LuchaCatDIY]

Lovely 🥰

[@emhuesart]

Thanks so much! ❤️

[@kvwart]

I have sensory issues with chalk/charcoal etc- with that being said, would this possibly trigger that? Is it soft like oil pastels or hard like chalk & charcoal?

[@emhuesart]

Ah good question! These pastels are chalk - though most of them are quite soft, some of them were a little scratchy. So this might be a medium to avoid! I believe you could get a similar effect with oil pastels though 😄 Thanks so much for watching!

[@paruldhundhara863]

use hair spray instead of fixative

[@emhuesart]

I've heard this but I've never tried it! I'm sure it would smell better too 😂❤️

[@renemireles9921]

the bars finish it very soon

[@lldd11]

The paper you are using is of course not suitable for this pastels, you need sand paper or similar to do the justice.

[@MusicMimes]

Wonderful job!!!