Art Spectrum Colourfix Primer is a fine tooth, quick drying acrylic primer which bonds agressively to practically any clean, dry surface - all types of papers (300 gsm or heavier recommended), canvas, card, ply, plastic, glass, timber, ceramic and metal.

Art Spectrum Colourfix Primer is a fine tooth, quick drying acrylic primer which bonds agressively to practically any clean, dry surface - all types of papers (300 gsm or heavier recommended), canvas, card, ply, plastic, glass, timber, ceramic and metal. Suitable for a wide range of applications including pastels, charcoal, pencils, inks, acrylics, gouache or even watercolours.

Draw, paint and blend like never before. The Sofft range is a new generation of tools and applicators for artists and crafters, created by artists for artists.Sofft Tools were specifically developed for use with PanPastels™, and can also be used with most water-based art and craft materials to create a variety of exciting new techniques, marks and effects. Finished effects are different to brushes as the brush stroke is eliminated.Each product in the Sofft range was developed in our laboratory, and extensively tested and re-tested in our art studio; resulting in a selection of unique professional artists’ quality tools.Sofft products are versatile, inexpensive and can be re-used several times.Use Sofft Tools with a variety of painting and drawing mediums:• PanPastel Colors• Soft Pastel Sticks• Charcoal• Watercolors• Acrylics• Inks• Waterbased Craft Paints• CeramicsMicropore SpongeThe semi-absorbent material used in Sofft Art Sponges and Covers is specially formulated for art and craft applications, to hold and release the right amount of material. It is non-abrasive for smooth, uniform results.ReusableSofft Sponges and Covers can be re-used several times (the number of times depends on the type of color and surface being used).Unique Shapes & SizesThe shape of each Sofft Tool has been designed specifically for the needs of artists and crafters.A number of different effects can be achieved with each tool, for example, by using the sides and edges of the tools. Refer to the charts on the Products section for examples of marks which can be achived with each tool.Easy to CleanSimply wash with soap and warm water, squeeze and air dry.More ControlSofft Tools enable a more direct connection with the working surface, making it easier to control and predict the final marks achieved.Easy to UseSofft Tools instantly feel intuitive and comfortable to use and are even easier to use than a brush!

Schmincke Empty Wooden Pastel Box holds 60 pastels and is excellent quality. Foam inserts ensure your pastels are won't break during transit and storing, while the brass enclosures provide a secure mechanism to ensure your pastels stay safe while storing them.Length - 38.6cm, Width - 29.5cm, Depth/Height - 3.8cm

Wooden Box with handle and hinges. The two compartamentalised trays are sized for pastels and some longer tools.

This Jackson’s Pastel Holder takes a pastel, a piece of graphite or charcoal with a width of 11-12mm. Pastel holders can also be used for graphite or charcoal and are useful for when you want to use a the end of a pastel stick while maintaining control. This allows to use your expensive pastels entirely without wasting precious materials. It can also be used to prevent getting your hands dirty allowing you to change between pastels and keep clean lines. Additionally, it can be the perfect tool for those artists who find it difficult to grip and maneuver, the stick by itself.

This Jackson’s Pastel Holder takes a pastel, a piece of graphite or charcoal with a width of 8.5mm. Pastel holders can also be used for graphite or charcoal and are useful for when you want to use a the end of a pastel stick while maintaining control. This allows to use your expensive pastels entirely without wasting precious materials. It can also be used to prevent getting your hands dirty allowing you to change between pastels and keep clean lines. Additionally, it can be the perfect tool for those artists who find it difficult to grip and maneuver, the stick by itself.

PanPastel : Lids for Pans & Storage Jars

Flat rubber chisel tip on one end and a foam blender on the other end.

Dimensions: 29 x 19.5 x 3.7cm

This Da Vinci set contains a pony hair blending brush, a white synthetic brush with a flat tip & a Rubicell sponge applicator. Great for application, blending and detail work with pastel, Panpastel, chalk or carbon.

The Tim Fisher Soft Pastel Liquefier temporarily dissolves the binder that holds soft pastels together to allow you to create beautiful wash effects, similar to a watercolour wash. It also allows you to mix and blend the colours to create some interesting effects. The liquefier has an alcohol base and so once applied it will dry quickly, returning the pastel painting to its original state.  Please note this is not a pastel fixative. The Tim Fisher Soft Pastel Liquefier comes in a 250ml spray bottle. pdf=MSDS_TIM_FISHERS_SOFT_PASTEL_LIQUEFIER_EN.pdf Material Safety Data Sheet

PanPastel : Medium : Colorless Blender

This Sennelier set includes three pony-hair brushes designed for use with soft pastels. The bristles are cut at an angle, which makes them suitable for both large-scale blending & detailed work.

Wooden Box with handle and hinges. The four compartamentalised trays are sized for pastels and some longer tools. Two of the trays have foam inserts and the other two have thin sheets of foam. Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 6 in.

Art Spectrum Colourfix Primer is a fine tooth, quick drying acrylic primer which bonds agressively to practically any clean, dry surface - all types of papers (300 gsm or heavier recommended), canvas, card, ply, plastic, glass, timber, ceramic and metal.

Suitable for a wide range of applications including pastels, charcoal, pencils, inks, acrylics, gouache or even watercolours.

Koh-I-Noor's Mechanical Pastel Holder is an excellent quality and easy to use tool that can hold either leads, pastels and chalks (between 8.5mm -10mm)Koh-I-Noor's wealth of knowledge is apparent in this carefully weighted tool - designed for precision, the spring-loaded lead will move forward when released from its strong metal jaws at the click of a button.

This short cone sharpener is specially designed for use with Stabilo Carbothello Pastel Pencils. The special blade will make sure that your pencil is correctly sharpened and not splitting the chalk lead. It can also be used with Faber Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils. Measurements: 2.75 cm x 1.75 cm x 1.5 cm.

A natural milk casein fixative that is based on an antique recipe used by Degas himself. This is the perfect fixative for pastel, charcoal, gouache and watercolour. Its workable matt finish allows deep layering with minimal colour shift.It is safe for use indoors or in the classroom as there are no odours or toxic fumes. It conforms to ASTM D-4236 regulations and is 100% archival, meaning there is no dulling of colour or yellowing over time. It dries rapidly to a matt finish and is workable, allowing for deep layers to be achieved. It is perfect for holding pastel, charcoal, conte crayon, pencil, casein, watercolour, tempera, gouache, crossover techniques and under oil paints.Read a review of Spectrafix on our blogPlease note: Spectrafix pastel fixative does contain water and has a thinner consistency to regular fixatives - in order to use it properly and to get the best results please follow the instructions below:How to Use SpectraFixUse it to fix charcoal, pastel, conte, pencil, watercolours, gouache, tempera or on mixed media cross-over techniques. It is also good for use in securing an underpainting layer before you varnish or apply oil paint. It dries to a velvety matte finish within 1-2 minutes, so sprayed and unsprayed areas are indistinguishable.First, make sure that you have removed excess charcoal or pastel dust clinging to borders or naked areas which you do not want to be coloured by tapping the sheet gently on an edge. Try not to breathe pastel dust. Blowing is not recommended as it makes the dust airborne and the pigments easily work their way into lungs.For thick applications, tapping gently on the back will generally remove excess without disturbing your work. Remember, if you are working vertically, the dust does fall downward and will come to rest on the lower areas of your art, so be sure to tap from the top down. Tilting the easel forward while you work can also help.Spraying across your artwork at an angle is a great way to maximize the drift of the spray and allow it to fall on the maximum area. Either set your work upright or lay it down. Some artists suggest upright, so that any droplets that form on the nozzle will not fall on your artwork, but on the floor. You may also consider spraying from two opposing angles to hold the pastel firmly.Generally speaking, a light misting on every layer of pastel will help hold the foundational layers better than a final soaking coat. It will also ensure that the painting grips its support from the bottom up, and final layers of colour can be added to 'tune' the overall colour symphonics at the end.Soaking layers are fine, but the crystalline powdery pastel will compact a bit more and be slightly less brilliant due to less light penetration between the crystals.While the casein in SpectraFix does not seem to 'sediment out' over time, if you have let it sit for many weeks, giving it a shaking ensures that the casein is evenly mixed into the solution. If the nozzle plugs up, just scratch it gently with your fingernail or another small object and remove any clots. Then spray again. The alcohol in the formula will dissolve any remaining blockage.Workable FixativesFixatives allow you to fix your work at a certain point and continue working, or to seal the artwork to protect it. This is a ‘Workable fixative’, which will add a toothy texture to your artwork. This is useful when the surface of the paper has become saturated, so that no more pencil will apply. If you apply a spray of workable fixative, this will add tooth back on top.Please note: a few customers have found that the spray bottle could be better - our Continuous Fine Mist Sprayer works very well to eliminate the problem. You can also buy them both as a set here.

Art Spectrum Colourfix Primer is a fine tooth, quick drying acrylic primer which bonds agressively to practically any clean, dry surface - all types of papers (300 gsm or heavier recommended), canvas, card, ply, plastic, glass, timber, ceramic and metal.

Suitable for a wide range of applications including pastels, charcoal, pencils, inks, acrylics, gouache or even watercolours.

Daler-Rowney Perfix Colourless Fixative is an excellent quality fixative spray that fixes charcoal and pastels. It sprays evenly with a minimal effect on tonal values and is easy to use. Lay your drawing flat and holding the can about 30cm away, spray back and forth across the drawing ensuring even coverage over the surface.

It dries quickly to prevent smudging and, once dry, it's completely colourless so you can continue working on top of it.