PanPastels

Professional artist pastels that blend the rich color of traditional soft pastels with the control and versatility of painting.

What Makes PanPastels Different?

PanPastels were developed to give artists a new way to work with pastel. Unlike traditional pastel sticks, PanPastel colors are presented in a unique pan format that allows artists to pick up, apply, and blend color using specially designed Sofft® tools. This innovative system makes it possible to create smooth transitions, subtle layers, and painterly effects with a level of control that is difficult to achieve with conventional pastels.

Each PanPastel contains professional-quality artist pigments and a minimal amount of binder, resulting in rich, vibrant color that is exceptionally soft and easy to blend. Colors can be layered, mixed directly on the surface, and erased when adjustments are needed, making the medium both expressive and forgiving.

Artists across a wide range of disciplines—from pastel painting and mixed media to illustration and fine art—choose PanPastels for their versatility, ease of use, and ability to create luminous color with remarkably little dust. The result is a pastel experience that feels intuitive, flexible, and uniquely suited to contemporary creative practice.

Create with PanPastels

From atmospheric landscapes and expressive portraits to mixed media, journaling, and illustration, PanPastels offer artists a versatile approach to working with colour. Their unique pan format makes it easy to create soft gradients, layered effects, and painterly transitions while maintaining the rich, luminous qualities that pastel is known for. Whether you're an experienced pastel artist or exploring the medium for the first time, PanPastels open up new creative possibilities across a wide range of techniques and styles.

Explore PanPastel Sets & Colours

Whether you're building your collection one colour at a time or looking for a curated set, PanPastels offer a versatile range of professional artist colours designed for blending, layering, and expressive mark-making. Available in individual pans, themed collections, and comprehensive artist sets, the range makes it easy to find the right colours for everything from portraiture and landscapes to mixed media and contemporary artwork. With their rich pigmentation and exceptionally soft consistency, PanPastels provide vibrant colour that can be applied with remarkable control and subtlety.

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Explore Sofft® Tools

Designed specifically for use with PanPastels, Sofft® Tools give artists a unique way to apply and manipulate colour. From broad, sweeping applications to fine details and delicate transitions, these innovative tools allow pastel to be handled in a way that feels intuitive and painterly. The range includes applicators, sponges, knives, covers, and specialty tools that help artists achieve effects that would be difficult or impossible with traditional pastel sticks alone. Together, PanPastels and Sofft Tools create a complete system for working with dry colour.

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Explore Surfaces

The surface you choose plays an important role in how PanPastels perform. Many artists pair PanPastels with Pastelmat, a premium pastel surface renowned for its unique velvety texture and exceptional ability to hold layers of colour. Unlike traditional sanded papers, Pastelmat allows artists to build multiple layers while maintaining vibrant colour and fine detail. Its durability, versatility, and archival quality make it a favourite among pastel artists seeking professional results. Whether you're creating finished artwork or experimenting with new techniques, the right surface can help you get the most from your PanPastel colours.