Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 50 Color Set (PHN-50)

by Pentel

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 6.5 x 10.1 inches ; 13.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0026SUCDE
• Item model number: PHN-50
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #142 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products)
  • #1 in Office Products > Educational Supplies > Writing & Correction Supplies > Crayons
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2006

Product Description

An exciting medium for the creative mind. Brilliant colored pastels apply smoothly and blend easily for subtle shades, tints and color mixtures. Acid-free pastels are ideal for use on paper, board or canvas.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and Cheap Color, December 23, 2010

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Datura - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 50 Color Set (PHN-50) (Office Product)

I've actually only used these a couple times, but when I have used them they're fun. A nice range of vivid, blendable colors. Obviously the blunt ends aren't going to be great for fine details, but you can get some fun textured effects by pushing hard with some sweeping strokes. You blow through them really fast that way, but at six bucks a set why not? (Try not to overdo it, though; they're soft, break easy. And maybe check at local stores to avoid shipping. = ) ) These are also an affordable alternative for artists who like colored pencils but can't afford the steep prices. All around if you want to relax with some fun color, this is a great way to go.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bought these for a 'First Time' Project, October 3, 2011

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DaniBug (North Dakota) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 50 Color Set (PHN-50) (Office Product)

I am a beginner at pastels and didn't want to invest a fortune until I was sure it would be something I would enjoy.

I do. And I enjoy these pastels. My teacher was happy with the quality of both the paper and the pastels I chose from Amazon and is considering buying both for the classes she teaches in public schools.

If I ever 'advance' to higher quality products, I will be sure to compare them.

I did upload my first picture in case of curiosity!

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great price for a large variety of colors, December 16, 2010

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Kat_123 - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 50 Color Set (PHN-50) (Office Product)

I really like that there is a large variety of colors to chose from. Bought them for the kids, I'm pretty sure they're going to have lots of fun with them. When I received the order some of the paints were sticking out wich is normal during delivery, thankfully none of them got broken. Great purchase!