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Pastel Book: Materials and Techniques for Today's Artist (Hardcover)

by Bill Creevy (Author) "Today's pastelist has easy access to an overwhelming number of materials and tools..." (more)
Key Phrases: many pastelists, handmade pastels, alkyd gel, Multimedia Artboard, Grafic Painters, James Dee (more...)
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In this comprehensive, professional-level book, every type of pastel techniqueis demonstrated. Use of other mediums such as watercolor, pencils, even ballpoint pens, are explored showing how they can be used to achieve new effects and enhance already existing works. Aso included is an up-to-date catalog of all materials available today. 10,000 first printing.

About the Author
Bill Creevy, a versatile artist and writer, is a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, author of The Oil Painting Book, and the recipient of numerous jury awards. He lives and works in his SoHo studio loft in New York. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Watson-Guptill (March 1, 1991)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0823039021
  • ISBN-13: 978-0823039029
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 9 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #766,760 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely through, great reference, July 12, 2001
By Angel Lee "Liocorno Amethyst Moonstone" (Cleveland, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Pastel Book (Paperback)
This is a wonderfully complete book covering all aspects of pastel painting. It is useful for both the beginner who needs to understand the medium and the experienced artist who needs a ready reference to a multitude of materials and techniques as well as a source of inspiration.

The book starts out with a very thorough overview of materials, spanning about 30 pages, with lots of pictures as well as descriptions of soft, oil and handmade pastel types with a detailed analysis by brand. Oil sticks, numerous paper types, mediums and tools are also included.

Basic pastel techniques are covered next including sketching, and pastel painting concepts such as liner, blocking-in, and atmosphere. Making corrections and the role of fixatives is also included. Then, you learn to create pastel textures by scumbling and dusting as well as by adding pencil or using fixative.

A comprehensive section on color theory follows, including an explanation of the color wheel and using metallic/iridescent colors. There are demonstrations on achieving transparency and using different paper colors. Numerous other techniques follow, showing you how to use pastels with other media such as watercolors, acrylics, modeling pastes, oils and gum tragacanth. The unique characteristics of oil pastels and oil sticks are given special treatment as well.

A list of quality suppliers as well as an index for easy reference are included in the back. This is definitely a must have for any pastel artist.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Motivation is the Best Medicine, December 30, 2000
This review is from: The Pastel Book (Paperback)
As an artist, I often look to other's works to observe technique and style. Lately, I noticed I was getting a bit behind in my pastel work...many other artists were mixing media and pushing the envelope on their pastel paintings and drawings. After browsing through several pastel books, I settled with Creevy's "The Pastel Book" and I'm very happy with my choice.

Creevy not only covers materials and tools and basic techniques for the beginner; he takes the medium to new levels with the combination of watercolor, acrylics, gels, oil paint and monotypes. Creevy has also covered every brand of pastel in this book, from the hard stick pastels to the super-soft Senneliers; he also describes the effects of various oil sticks, papers and supports and tools. Step-by-step instructions for each technique helps the artist retain a mastery over the combinations on any given mix.

An exciting book that will helped me gain an edge with my artwork.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best pastel book, and I've got 'em all, October 9, 2002
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This review is from: The Pastel Book (Paperback)
If you have succumbed to the allure of a gorgeous new box of pastels but find yourself baffled by this fascinating, enigmatic medium, this book is by far your best bet. The author has something nice to say about every brand of pastels, and his thorough review of the market helped me understand that there are merits to owning a variety of pastel types. Even experienced painters can be frustrated by this medium, but Creevy's approach makes it manageable. I own lots of pastel books, but it wasn't until I read this one that I actually experienced a breakthrough. Wish I'd bought this one first!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Your most valuable pastel book.
This book is great for the beginner pastel artist. It tells you everything you need to know from the beginning to the end. It has great tips to start with and to finish with. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rosita Artis

5.0 out of 5 stars Here Comes Motivation & Excitement
You'll love this book if you want to know just about everything there is to know about all the types & brands of pastels available to you and if you would like to know what... Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good technical details, but...
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I recently took a pastel workshop and this book was recommended. It is thorough and offers advice that you can easily impliment. Read more
Published 20 months ago by nan

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference.
Very very helpful book to browse if you are getting started. It helps one better understand which types of pastels do what, oil, soft, hard etc.
Published 23 months ago by F.Faulkner

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for those just beginning in pastel work
I found this book to be a terrific reference for any artist beginning to explore pastels. There are lots of charming paintings by the author, and demo photos of how the paintings... Read more
Published on March 21, 2007 by Laura McCullough

4.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction and referrence for pastel painting.
I bought this book a number of years ago and find myself referring to it over and over. The author covers a lot of ground and does so in an even handed manner, not stressing his... Read more
Published on March 13, 2007 by IveSeenItAllBefore

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Published on February 11, 2007 by Walter Mandolini

4.0 out of 5 stars great overview
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
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