Pastel Journal – August 2020

Pastel Journal is a magazine for pastel artists, and this August 2020 issue offers a rich collection of artist profiles, painting instruction, and practical advice. This digital edition is delivered as a PDF, so you can download instantly after purchase and read it on your favorite device.

Inside, you will meet artists who find inspiration in familiar landscapes and everyday scenes. The issue explores light, color, and atmosphere through pastel, with features on Susanne Mull, Daud Akhriev, Willo Balfrey, and others. Regular columns cover sketching, paper selection, earth-friendly art-making, and the anatomy of a painting.

Pastel Journal – Book Overview

This issue of Pastel Journal, No. 129, was published by Golden Peak Media in August 2020. It profiles contemporary pastel artists and offers technical guidance for painters at all levels. The 76-page PDF includes artwork and visual examples.

Featured artists include Susanne Mull, Daud Akhriev, Willo Balfrey, Junko Ono Rothwell, and Judy Tate. The issue also reports on a Degas pastel acquired by the Van Gogh Museum and announces the 22nd Annual Pastel 100 competition.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Artist profiles that explore how pastel painters interpret figures, farmland, beaches, and wild landscapes.
• An anatomy-of-a-painting analysis of Landscape With Hay by J. Appleton Brown.
• Practical guidance for picking pastel paper and choosing the right surface.
• Six earth-friendly art-making tips from artist Yael Maimon.
• Advice on on-site sketching and building sensory memory from Junko Ono Rothwell.
• News from the art world and details about the Pastel 100 competition.

Why This Book Matters

Pastel Journal has long served as a source of inspiration and education for pastel artists. This issue connects historical influences, such as John Constable’s love of nature and Degas’s pastel nudes, with contemporary artists working today.

For students, working artists, and art lovers, the magazine offers a practical look at how pastel can capture light, color, and emotion. The featured artists demonstrate a range of approaches, from familiar farmland scenes to bold color abstraction.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. You will receive access to the PDF after purchase and can view it on a wide range of devices.

The file works with standard PDF readers on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. It is also compatible with Kindle apps and other reading apps that support PDF documents.

FAQ

How do I get my digital file? After purchase, you can download the PDF instantly from your account.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital edition and no print copy will be mailed.

Which devices are supported? The PDF can be opened with most PDF readers, Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices.

Add this August 2020 issue to your library and enjoy a month of pastel inspiration.