oil pastel
art
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Oil pastels are an art medium made from pigments mixed with oils and waxes. They are used similarly to French pastels but create a permanent, waxy finish. These pastels are typically applied to white paper, card, or canvas.1
To blend colors, the surface can be dampened with turpentine, or the colors can be overworked with turpentine. Oil pastels are often used for small preparatory studies for larger paintings.1
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