A Beginner's Pastel Journey: Your First Steps into the World of Soft Pastel Art
By Carol Motsinger
Set off on a colorful, creative adventure!
Perfect for young artists ages 9-13,
A Beginner's Pastel Journey
is a fun, hands-on introduction to drawing with soft pastels. With step-by-step lessons, playful activities, and a travel-themed format, this book makes learning to create with color an exciting and confidence-building experience.
Led by Dusty the Llama-your friendly art guide-kids will explore pastel techniques like blending, shading, mark-making, and layering, while creating their own artwork inspired by real-world scenes. Along the way, learn how to plan, build, and finish beautiful pastel drawings.
Whether they're brand new to art or ready to try a new medium, young explorers will love:
Simple explanations made just for beginners
Fun projects like skies, animals, fruit, and more
Tips for choosing tools and setting up an art space
A focus on creative freedom-not perfection
With friendly guidance and space to grow,
turns the world of soft pastel art into a colorful road trip your child will never forget.