8 Dec 2025 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Want to create a pastel artwork with a wide range of colors? I guarantee that you don’t have to go out and buy a million pastel sticks.
Instead, let me teach you three methods for color mixing! In this video, I’ll introduce color mixing theory, but for my full course, visit zenartart.com.au.
13 Jun 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Want to create a pastel artwork with a wide range of colors? I guarantee that you don’t have to go out and buy a million pastel sticks.
Instead, let me teach you three methods for color mixing! In this video, I’ll introduce color mixing theory, but for my full course, visit zenartart.com.au.
26 Oct 2023 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Sometimes before adding fixative, you can lose some of your dark charcoal, pastel, or graphite pigment. Thankfully, adding fixative doesn’t have to be the final step. There is a way to enhance your painting after adding fixative. Watch this video to find out what it is and how to do it.
19 Oct 2023 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
Applying fixative is a crucial process but it can seem quite complicated. Check out this video to learn all the tips you need to apply it correctly on the first try.
12 Oct 2023 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips
When it comes to fixative, it is really important to use an artist quality product. There are a lot of charcoal and pastel beginners who are using a cheap replacement for fixative on their paintings, but it’s an absolute no-no if you want your paintings to last.
Find out what it is and why this is a danger to your beautiful paintings.