{"product_id":"mont-marte-soft-pastel-half-sticks-48pc-extra-soft-48-color-set-with-black-foam-tray-for-blending","title":"Mont Marte Soft Pastel Half Sticks 48pc — Extra-Soft 48-Colour Set with Black Foam Tray for Blending","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMont Marte Soft Pastel Half Sticks 48pc is a premium set of extra-soft chalk pastels offering 48 vibrant, blendable colours for professional and student artwork.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to deliver rich pigmentation and a velvety, powdery texture, this 48-piece half stick collection gives artists control over subtle transitions and bold strokes alike. The set arrives arranged in a black foam tray that keeps colours organized and reduces dust transfer during storage. These pastels work well on paper and card with noticeable tooth and can be combined with pastel pencils, blending tools, or erasers to expand your techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these pastels perform for blending and layering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra-soft formulation makes colour lay down smoothly and allows multiple layers without damaging the paper's tooth. You can build deep values or gentle gradients using fingertips, paper stumps, or soft brushes for varied textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-soft sticks that smudge and blend cleanly for soft transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpaque pigments permit both light overlays and dense application\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks best on pastel or toned papers with medium to heavy tooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich colours are included and how versatile is the palette?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set contains 48 carefully chosen hues ranging from warm earth tones to vivid primaries and cool neutrals, covering standard mixing needs without forcing you to buy extras. This range supports landscapes, portraits, abstracts, and mixed-media pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull spectrum: whites, skin-tones, bright primaries, muted greys, and deep blacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes specialty tones like cadmium-like yellows, ultramarine blues, and viridian greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood base for creating custom shades through layering and scumbling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces and techniques suit these half sticks best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMont Marte half sticks excel on textured surfaces that hold pigment—pastel paper, coloured paper, and heavyweight card all accept the medium well. They’re friendly to both direct drawing and blended backgrounds, and pair well with fixatives for display pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest on textured pastel or toned papers to hold multiple layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with pastel pencils and kneadable erasers for detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply fixative lightly if you need to protect finished work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Artists at any level who want a versatile, ready-to-use pastel palette—students, hobbyists, and professionals seeking reliable colour payoff and an easy-to-blend, soft texture. This 48-piece half stick set is especially useful for those building a collection or needing a compact, organized kit for studio or class use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e48 premium chalk pastel half sticks in an organized black foam tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra soft, powdery finish for effortless blending and layering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVibrant pigments suitable for pastel, toned paper and heavyweight card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes whites, neutrals, bright primaries and deep earth tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreat for mixed media, portraiture, landscapes, and expressive work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandy hints: Blend with a paper stump for smooth transitions, use a kneadable eraser to lift highlights, and pair with pastel pencils for fine lines and detail. Store the half sticks in the included foam tray to reduce breakage and keep colours tidy between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these pastels suitable for beginners?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The soft texture and organized tray make the set user-friendly for beginners learning blending and colour mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use these on regular printer paper?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Regular printer paper has little tooth; use pastel or textured paper for best pigment hold and layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mont Marte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55302591742289,"sku":"B0FPQLZHZH","price":67.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/mont-marte-front-packaging-48pc.jpg?v=1791982862","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/mont-marte-soft-pastel-half-sticks-48pc-extra-soft-48-color-set-with-black-foam-tray-for-blending","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}