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Pastel painting exhibition; “Touching the color, The renewal of Pastel” (3)
Impressionism, a Rebirth Among artists renowned for their use of pastel, impressionists are frequently included. This handy material –that allows artists to work swiftly and in the open air- is truly compatible with their aesthetic. Nevertheless, the Impressionists who were most passionate about pastel have a true predilection for the representation of the human figure. […]
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The 18thCentury as a Mirror Although pastel is a technique saw a formidable rise in popularity during the 18thcentury, to the pointed situating itself as an equal in comparison to other techniques, it never managed to fully conquer its legitimacy versus oil painting. Its intrinsic fragility and the fact that it is used as a […]
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