Unison Soft Pastel Set - Portrait Set of 16 Half Pastels

Unison Pastels are made in Northumberland and contain only pure pigments in a cycle of related hues, instead of adding white or black to the colours. The result is intense, vibrant colour not muddied by the blending of colours. Unison's pastels contain very little binder, making them truly soft and smooth. They are mixed to meticulous recipes and are based on traditional pigments such as cadmiums, cobalts and natural and synthetic earths. Full size pastels measure approximately 2-1/8" long × 5/8" diameter (54 mm × 16 mm), and the half sticks (only available in sets) are approx. 25mm x 12mm. Sticks vary slightly due to the hand-making process.

This is a perfect starter size of Portrait specific colours and makes a fantastic starting point for those who are beginning their portrait pastel painting journey, or even as an additional set for taking out and about with you, or of course as a gift to get a friend or loved one started with this stunning range of pastels. Giving a pleasant portrait specific array of colours, the half stick sets offer fantastic value for money providing twice the colours for your £'s, which can easily be added to or replaced from the extensive range of full size pastels as needed whilst you develop your own style, technique and palette.