{"product_id":"mont-marte-soft-pastels-24pc-tin-24-assorted-vibrant-sticks-smooth-blending","title":"Mont Marte Soft Pastels 24pc Tin — 24 Assorted Vibrant Sticks, Smooth Blending","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMont Marte Soft Pastels 24pc are a set of richly pigmented, easy-to-blend pastel sticks stored in a sturdy tin for portable, versatile colour work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese soft pastels give artists a smooth, powdery application ideal for layering, shading and creating rich colour transitions. Housed in a compact metal case, the 24 assorted shades are arranged for quick access and safe storage, making them suitable for studio work, classroom use or sketching outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these pastels perform for layering and blending?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft, crumbly texture of these sticks lets you lay down broad washes and then refine edges without effort. They blend smoothly with fingers, stumps or cloth, letting you achieve subtle gradients and strong contrasts depending on pressure and technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePowdery consistency for gradual colour build-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixable tones to create new shades on-paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with blending tools and light fixatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these pastels for fine detail or only broad areas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile primarily designed for sweeping colour fields, the sticks can also render finer lines when used on their edge or paired with pastel pencils. Lighter pressure and a sharper edge let you pull thin highlights and delicate accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the stick edge for narrow strokes and hairline marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with pastel pencils for precise detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate highlights with a kneadable eraser for crisp effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces and tools work best with these soft pastels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pastels adhere well to textured papers and boards that offer 'tooth' for the pigment to grip. They also complement charcoal and graphite, providing warm or cool colour layers over monochrome studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest on pastel paper, sanded paper or textured sketchboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend with paper stumps, cloth, fingers or soft brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer over charcoal or light graphite for mixed-media pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and care for the pastel sticks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included tin keeps sticks organised and protected from crush and dust. Store the tin flat in a cool, dry place and consider using glassine interleaving or small envelopes for very soft colours to minimise smudging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep the tin closed when not in use to reduce breakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrap fragile sticks in tissue or paper for travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a light fixative spray sparingly to protect finished work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Mont Marte Soft Pastels 24pc tin suits hobbyists, students and practicing artists who want an affordable, portable set of blendable colours. It’s a practical kit for classroom demonstrations, plein-air sketches, mixed-media experiments and starters building a pastel toolkit. If you enjoy expressive colour work, layering techniques or combining soft pastels with pencils and charcoal, this compact set provides useful variety and easy storage.\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 24-colour set is beginner-friendly, offering a broad palette and easy blending for learning pastel techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I fix finished pastel work with spray?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: You can use a light fixative spray sparingly to reduce smudging; test first to ensure desired colour appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mont Marte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55252731724113,"sku":"B09MS5G25H","price":29.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/mont-marte-soft-pastels-front-tin.jpg?v=1791653408","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/mont-marte-soft-pastels-24pc-tin-24-assorted-vibrant-sticks-smooth-blending","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}