Exploring Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet with PanPastel | Soft Pastel Abstract & Art Show Prep

Join me for a soft pastel exploration using PanPastel on Canson Velvet paper.
This deep-toned surface is a true 10 on the value scale, and after testing it in an eye study for Blick, I was excited to explore it more freely. In this livestream, I lean into abstract play and see how this paper responds when I work intuitively — layering PanPastel, pastel sticks, pencils, and even a few stencils. ‪@Canson-paper‬ ‪@GoldenPaints‬ ‪@PanPastel‬ ‪@Blick_Art‬

The goal? To stay open. To let go of perfection. To see how a new surface might spark fresh ideas.

Along the way, I also chat about preparing for my upcoming art show — sharing behind-the-scenes stories, a peek at a few finished pieces, and what this season looks like as a working artist.

This isn’t a review or tutorial — it’s a real-time, creative session where I share what I notice, what excites me, and what surprises me about working on this new paper.

Topics in this livestream:

• Exploring Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet with PanPastel
• How it compares to UART and Pastelmat
• Playing with stencils, pencils, and pastel sticks
• Behind the scenes of prepping for an art show
• Staying open to new materials and new ways of creating

Whether you’re here for inspiration, curiosity, or just to hear the creative process unfold — I’m so glad you’re here.

Here's a link to the show - Auctions With Stephanie Gagos on Facebook:   / 1fcrdvfqki  

FREE LESSON If you’ve been curious about PanPastel or you’re just starting your soft pastel journey, I’d love to invite you to join me for my free Enchanted Mushroom: Introduction to PanPastel class.
It’s a gentle way to explore this beautiful medium and reconnect with the joy of creating.
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SUPPLIES:
Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet Pastel Paper - I'm using the Charcoal Black
https://www.dickblick.com/products/ca...

Blick Shopping / Demo Video on Instagram:   / dqe1xykewto  

PANPASTEL COLORS on Pallet
(my go to 20 colors)
Phthalo Green
Bright Yellow Green Shade
Bright Yellow Green Extra Dark
Ultramarine Blue
Diarylide Yellow
Permanent Green
Permanent Red
Red Light
Magenta
Magenta Extra Dark
Burnt Sienna
Turquoise
Red Iron Oxide
Raw Umber
Raw Sienna
Orange
Vermillion
Violet
Black
Titanium White


© Dawn Vander Stoep