Artist Oil Pastel BRUYNZEEL SAKURA Cray-Pas Expressionist Red XLP19

BRUYNZEEL SAKURA Cray-Pas Expressionist Red XLP19 is an artist-grade oil pastel in a vivid red shade formulated for drawing, sketching and mixed-media applications. The pastel delivers a creamy, buttery texture that allows for smooth application, consistent color laydown and reliable opacity. It is suitable for layering, blending and fine detail, making it a practical choice for studio work, classroom activities and on-the-go sketching.

Advantages

The oil pastel offers strong color payoff and good coverage with minimal effort, reducing the need for repeated passes. Its soft, blendable consistency enables smooth transitions and rich gradients, while retaining the ability to render crisp lines for details. The product adapts well with additional media such as solvents, fixatives and mixed-media supports, ensuring versatility for a range of techniques.

Suitable for

• Fine art drawings and finished artworks
• Illustration and concept sketches
• Classroom art lessons and student projects
• Mixed-media compositions combining pastels with paint or charcoal
• Portraits, still life and expressive color studies

Key specifications

• Color family: red
• Consistency: creamy, soft oil pastel
• Application: suitable for layering, blending and detail work
• Finish: rich, opaque pigment
• Recommended surfaces: pastel paper, textured paper, primed board and mixed-media supports

How to use

Apply the pastel directly to the chosen support with light to medium pressure for base layers, increasing pressure for more opaque coverage. Blend pigments using a blending stump, finger or soft cloth for smooth transitions, or leave marks distinct for textured effects. For fine lines, use the pastel edge or sharpen with a suitable pastel knife or technique. When combining with other media, test compatibility on a scrap piece to ensure desired adhesion and finish.

Usage recommendations

Store away from extreme heat and direct sunlight to preserve consistency and color. Use a workable fixative or light spray fixative sparingly to protect finished work while retaining surface richness; test fixative on a sample if combining with solvents or other wet media. For longevity, mount artworks under glass or use archival framing methods when appropriate.