Pastel Pointers

Top Secrets for Beautiful Pastel Paintings Richard McKinley has been a professional artist for over 35 years. Factor in nearly as many years of teaching experience, and that adds up to a whole lot of know-how to share. In Pastel Pointers , he lays it all out: information on tools, materials, color, composition, landscape elements, finishes and more. • Compiles the best of McKinley's popular Pastel Pointers blog and Pastel Journal columns • Covers frequently asked questions ("How do I achieve nat