Ninja Art Tip #53 How to Protect Charcoal & Pastel Paintings

Beginner, Finishing, Ninja Art Tip, Painting, Video Tips

Charcoal and pastel are both really dusty mediums to work with. So, how do you deal with the dust after you’ve finished a painting?

Do you try and blow the dust away, tap it into the bin, apply fixatives, or use hairspray? Check out today’s Ninja Art Tip to find out which of these are absolute NO-NOs and which will help your paintings last over time.

For more information on the Zen and the Art of Art book, our online art classes, or more free art tips, visit dojo.zenartart.com.

Categories

Learn More:

start now

Anytime Learning

Pick your own pace and learn everything you need to draw and paint.
Suits all ages and levels.

Mini Courses

Dip your toe in wit a range of mini video courses from painting dewdrops to drawing a human eye.

Art Membership

Start your Zen Art Journey with a range of video courses, downloadables, feedback and more.

Face-to-Face Learning

Learn from Jacqueline Hill in one of her popular in-person art classes.
Suits keen teens and adults of all levels.

Weekly Classes

Weekly classes are held in her Brisbane (Qld, Australia) studio for everyone ranging from total beginners to experienced painters.

Art Retreats

Treat yourself to a luxury art adventure full of colour, inspiration and great experiences. Suits total beginners and experiences painters.