Using the Unison Colour Grey 1-18 Set
Artists love colour. When I see the highly pigmented pastels laid out in a gorgeous curated set I am tempted by colour. Pure pigment and pure potential.
Soft Pastel Stories
Colourful Chronicles
Learn new techniques, hear artist's stories, and stay up to date on Soft Pastel News.
Inspired by Bob Ross: My Journey with Pastels and a Vision for Healing Through Art
When I first discovered Bob Ross, I was immediately captivated - not just by his gentle voice and soothing presence, but by the way he made art feel accessible to everyone.
Eye Catchers: July 2025
I decided to select a wide range of subjects and styles which I feel reflects the wonderful breadth of works created and posted in this super talented Unison Colour Soft Pastelling Community. So here are my top ten Eye Catchers for July!
Me and My 5 – Unison Colour Associate Artist, Gareth Jones
Next in the series of 'Me and My 5' blogs is Unison Colour Associate Artist, Gareth Jones. Gareth is particularly known for his exquisite seascapes and landscapes, which combine exceptional pastelling talent with an ability to connect with the observer.
Very Noisy Waterfalls
Someone recently told me they thought my soft pastel paintings of Norwegian waterfalls looked a little dangerous. That they looked punk. I’m not sure they realised how right they were. The way I capture the energy of Manafossen, Odnesfossen, Kjelfossen and all of the other fossen is to lock myself in the studio and turn…
Me And My 5 – Unison Colour Associate Artist Kristin Holm Dybvig
Welcome to the third in our series of “My 5 and Me” – an exploration of the lives and artwork of the talented Associate Artists through five images. In this blog we are looking at the work of Kristin Holm Dybvig.
Eye Catchers: June 2025
Thank you also to Stephen Fuller for passing on the baton, which has given me the opportunity to study all the contributions in more detail than perhaps I would normally find time to do!
My USA Travel Inspiration
We all know that travel can provide us with some amazing memories, yet how lucky we are as artists to create and relive some of those special moments through our art.
Why Every Pastel Artist Should Try a Master Copy
As artists, we’re always learning. The journey never really stops - there’s always something new to explore, refine, or discover. One powerful technique that has helped me grow is creating master copies.
Eye Catchers: May 2025
Stephen Fuller picks 10 eye catching artworks from the Unison Colour Facebook Community Group, during the month of May.
Abstract Flowers: Soft Pastel with Mixed Media Walk Through
Watch Judy create a lively, abstract floral painting using acrylics, gouache, random mark making tools and, of course, soft pastels!
Tips & Tricks For Framing Original Pastel Artworks
Framing original artwork is an essential step to protect it and showcase your art in the best possible way. When you’ve invested your time and materials into a piece, we all want to enjoy it for years to come.
