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The Ultimate Guide to Chalk Pastel Art

We are just a bit passionate about chalk pastel art around here. Chalk pastel art is fun. It is easy. It is successful. It is frugal. It is for all ages. There are simply so many things you can do with chalk pastels. And we are still learning about them, so I am sure I will be adding to this ultimate guide.

The Ultimate Guide to Chalk Pastel Art for ALL Ages

Sometimes we find that fellow artists can be intimidated about chalk pastels. So we are offering this Ultimate Guide to Chalk Pastel Art as encouragement. We want to show you how easy it is to get started.

How to Get Started in Chalk Pastel Art - 5 Days of Chalk Pastels 101

I imagine that we all started out as children with chalk. Drawing large pictures on the driveway on cool summer evenings. Writing on the chalkboard. You can think of chalk pastels the same way. They can be familiar and fun. With a chalk pastel stick in your hand, the possibilities are limitless. We have combined chalk pastels and literature. We’ve enjoyed chalk pastels and science. We’ve even put history and chalk pastels together. Of course nature study is a natural for chalk pastels.

We’ve shared quite a bit about chalk pastel art. So let’s start at the beginning. How to get started in chalk pastel art.

The ULTIMATE Guide to Chalk Pastel Art

How To Get Started in Chalk Pastel Art

There is no long, intimidating supply list. You simply need three things. Chalk pastels, paper and tutorials. We have suggestions for all three, of course. But really, you can grab some paper from the printer and you can pick up a starter set of chalk pastel at your local arts and crafts store or super center for less than $10. The whole family can share a set because you can break the chalk pastel sticks in half.

In fact, we have a set of free Get Started in Chalk Pastel Art video art lessons that includes a free ebook on Getting Started in Chalk Pastel Art.

  • Chalk Pastel 101 – this five part series is about “accidental artists” and learning the joy of art! The how tos, the supplies and simple encouragement.
  • The Chalk Pastels and Paper We Love (links to types of chalk pastels to buy)
  • Chalk Pastel Tutorials – at Hodgepodge and ChalkPastel.com

Follow Tricia Hodges | Hodgepodge’s board Art Tutorial Showcase on Pinterest.
But don’t just take our word for it! We have an Art Tutorial Showcase of artists enjoying chalk pastel art. Be sure to browse it and be encouraged by fellow artists.

No Fuss Art for Morning Time

Encouragement for the Parent

With thanks to Pam Barnhill, in this podcast on No Fuss Art I share answers to some of the simple questions about chalk pastel art. I lead you through how to use one of our art tutorials and share some practical, encouraging tips on building a love of art.

You asked for it! A Simple Start in Chalk Pastels Video Art Course is available January 2, 2017! Because you ARE an artist. Nana walks you and your artists through the steps of creating beautiful artwork, providing tips on colors and teaching chalk pastel techniques.

Invite a Master Artist to Teach For You – Video Art Courses

You asked for it and we now have a You ARE an Artist Clubhouse Membership! We start with A Simple Start in Chalk Pastels and Nana has over 560+ video art lessons with a growing library of lessons.

Digital Art Curriculum

Download and enjoy our eCurriculum for seasonal and topical art learning at chalkpastel.com

Frequently Asked Chalk Art Questions

Even though chalk pastels are an easy art medium, chalks do raise some questions now and then. You might have a question too. So, I share with you a recap of chalk pastel art frequently asked questions.

Chalk Pastel Techniques for All Ages at Hodgepodge

Chalk Pastel Techniques

Part of being an artist (and you are an artist!) is continuing to practice and learn. Sometimes it is fun to try something new with chalk pastels. Browse Chalk Pastel Techniques for painterly effect, skumbling, fistin’, painting clouds and sky, Clouds – less is more.

Five in a Row & Children's Art at Hodgepodge

Literature – Children’s Books and Chalk Pastels

A wonderful way to introduce and encourage children in a love of art is to do a project around a beloved book. Five in a Row and Children’s Art.

Follow Tricia Hodges | Hodgepodge’s board Master Artists & Art History on Pinterest.

Master Artists Series

We have a continuing series of art tutorials in the style of master artists. You ARE an Artist Clubhouse Famous Artists. Plus Art Techniques with Chalk Pastels Video Art Lessons.

How to Draw BB8 in Chalk Pastels - The Force Awakens

Favorite Characters in Chalk Pastels

  • Star Wars and BB8
  • Angry Birds art fun!
  • Despicable Me Minion
  • Penguins of Madagascar
  • Pete the Cat
  • Tangled Lanterns : I See the Light
  • Toothless – How to Train Your Dragon
  • Green Ember video lessons

Fireworks Extravaganza Chalk Art Tutorial

Seasonal Chalk Pastel Art Fun

Here is a sampling of some of the seasonal art for all ages:

  • Patriotic – Fireworks, American Flag, Washington Monument with Fireworks
  • Easter/Spring – Arts and Crafts for Spring, Azalea, Baseball and Bat Chalk Pastel Tutorial, Bird’s Nest, Dogwood blossom, Easter Crown of Thorns
  • Summer – Beach with a Skumbling Chalk Pastel Technique, Flip Flops
  • Shark Week – Bruce of Finding Nemo, Great White Shark – FREE video tutorial
  • Fall – Apple or Pumpkin – you decide!, Fall Art Lessons for All Ages
  • Columbus Day – Columbus Sailed the Ocean Blue
  • Thanksgiving – Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, Cranberry Thanksgiving – Mr Whiskers, Cranberry Thanksgiving – pie by the fire

Glowing Christmas Tree in Snow Chalk Art Tutorial - You ARE an Artist

Christmas/ Winter – Cardinals in the Snow, Christmas Cookies, Christmas ornament, Christmas Presents Under the Tree, Christmas Star over Bethlehem, Christmas tree in the snow, Snowflakes

Jupiter Chalk Art Tutorial - You ARE an Artist with science and art!

Science and Chalk Pastel Art

Astronomy, Jupiter and, of course, our Art in Space book and a free video tutorial coming late April.

Civil War Cannon Chalk Art Tutorial yourbesthomeschool.com

History and Chalk Pastel Art

  • Civil War Cannon
  • Medieval Castle
  • Avenue of Oaks
  • Roman Coliseum

100+ Free Art Lessons for All Ages

This image says 100+ but our offerings have grown to over 150 free art tutorials for you and your artists to enjoy!

We invite to you Build the Habit of Art and grow that love in your artists!

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-originally published April 2016

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