Soft pastels are the most direct way to work with color. There is no brush between you and the paper—just pure, velvety pigment. You’ll learn the tactile joy of "optical mixing" and how to use the "tooth" of the paper to build layers of light. It is a wonderfully messy, immediate, and rewarding medium that feels more like "drawing with light" than painting.

What’s included in your Art Cafe Reservation?

• A 2-hour reservation in our studio

• All the tools you need

• Access to our range of professional soft pastels and high-tooth textured paper

• Step-by-Step Guidance: our custom-made "Curious Folk Guide to Soft Pastels" to help you learn to layer, blend, and create shimmering textures

• A house tea or soft drink to sip while you work

Our kit-based approach allows you to…

• Start whenever you like: no need to wait for a term to begin or juggle schedules.

• Go at your own pace: book for two hours or extend the time to continue.

• Embrace the creative flow: our guidance is friendly and supports your unique journey and the studio is a relaxed, judgment-free zone.

Our Soft Pastel Kit & Art Cafe Reservation give you the professional quality tools, the cozy studio space, and the gentle guidance to create exactly what you want to see in the world.

Soft Pastel Classes & Workshops If you’re looking for a more structured soft pastel drawing class or workshop, join our mailing list to be notified when we launch our upcoming workshop series!