1. Oil Pastels

2. Explain oil pastels-still life image Pointillism landscape due by this Thursday 4 sketchbook due by 3/22/2012 SSR Wednesday Incentive Thursday

3. You will need to have your shelves cleaned out by the end of class Thursday – Keep your sketchbook/folder – Keep your current assignment

4. History of Oil Pastels Oil Pastel is a relatively new medium, considering that most have been around for centuries. In 1921, assisted and advised by artist and theorist Yamamoto, 2 brothers-in-law developed a high quality crayon, which combined the soft, smooth color application of crayon with the brightness of pastel.

5. Q. What are these pastels made of? A. The same rich pigments as found in soft pastels. The big difference is that unlike the 'chalky' binders of soft pastels, oil pastels are bound with non-drying oils and waxes, giving them a much smoother and creamier feel and texture.