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Artecho Oil Pastels Set of 48 Colors (10 x 70 mm)
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Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors)

A set of 48 soft oil pastels in richly pigmented colors, each stick 70 mm long and 10 mm wide in its own paper sleeve.

Best for: Beginners and students trying oil pastel blending and texture work

Colors
48
Size
10 x 70 mm
Type
Oil pastel
Packaging
Individual sleeves

Buy it if

  • You want vibrant, richly pigmented color that blends and shades
  • You want to try oil pastel techniques such as layering, scratching and impasto
  • You want a non-toxic set for students, families or a classroom

Skip it if

  • You want finished work that dries hard. Oil pastels stay slightly soft
  • You want a larger palette. The Meeden Oil Pastels come in 72 colors

What the Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors) is

The Artecho Oil Pastels set has 48 soft oil pastels in vibrant, richly pigmented colors. Each stick is 70 mm long and 10 mm wide and comes in its own paper sleeve, which the listing says prevents breakage and falling out.

Artecho describes a soft, buttery touch that blends and shades effortlessly, and lists techniques from layering and color mixing to scratching, impasto and dotting.

Key features, explained

Based on the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

  • 48 vivid colors

    The listing describes smooth, vivid coverage from richly pigmented colors.

  • Soft, buttery texture

    The listing says the sticks blend and shade effortlessly, which suits layering and color mixing.

  • Many techniques in one set

    Artecho lists layering, color mixing, texture building, stenciling, scratching, impasto and dotting.

  • Full-size 10 x 70 mm sticks

    The listing says the size gives a comfortable grip and slips easily into bags and kits.

  • Individual paper sleeves

    Every pastel has its own paper sleeve, which the listing says prevents breakage and falling out.

  • Non-toxic

    The set is listed as non-toxic and safe to use, and friendly for every skill level.

Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors) specifications

Type
Soft oil pastels
Colors
48
Stick size
10 x 70 mm
Packaging
Individual paper sleeves
Techniques
Layering, mixing, scratching, stenciling, impasto, dotting
Safety
Non-toxic
Model
ATO-OP4801

Who the Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors) suits

  • Beginners trying oil pastel. The listing calls the set friendly for every skill level, from first attempts to finished portfolios.
  • Students and homeschool art. The listing names classroom shelves, homeschool settings and family craft time, and says the set is non-toxic.
  • Artists who like texture techniques. Artecho lists stenciling, scratching, impasto and dotting alongside layering.

Look elsewhere if: you want more colors in one box. The Meeden Oil Pastels have 72 individually wrapped soft oil pastels.

Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors) vs similar picks

  • Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors)

    Colors
    48
    Stick size
    10 x 70 mm
    Type
    Oil pastel
    Wrapping
    Individual sleeves

    Choose it for: Soft sticks in a sleeved set

  • Pentel Oil Pastels (50)

    Colors
    50
    Stick size
    Not listed
    Type
    Oil pastel
    Wrapping
    Not listed

    Choose it for: Acid-free, for paper, canvas and artboard

  • Meeden Oil Pastels (72)

    Colors
    72
    Stick size
    69 x 10 mm
    Type
    Soft oil pastel
    Wrapping
    Individual

    Choose it for: The biggest palette

Before you buy

  • As a general rule, oil pastels never fully dry. Protect finished pieces with glassine paper or an oil pastel fixative.
  • Soft sticks smear if you rest your hand on the page, so work from the top down or use a scrap sheet under your hand.
  • The listing does not name a paper. Pastel paper or heavy paper with some texture is the usual choice for layering.

Frequently asked questions about the Artecho Oil Pastels (48 Colors)

How do you use oil pastels?
Draw with the tip for lines and the side for broad color, then layer colors and blend with a finger, a tissue or a blending stump. Artecho also lists scratching, stenciling, impasto and dotting.
Do oil pastels dry?
No. They stay slightly soft, so protect finished pieces with glassine paper or an oil pastel fixative.
How big are Artecho oil pastels?
Each stick is 70 mm long and 10 mm wide, and each has its own paper sleeve.
What paper works best for oil pastels?
The listing does not name a paper. As a general guide, pastel paper or heavy paper with some texture holds several layers.
Are Artecho oil pastels safe for kids?
The listing says they are non-toxic and safe to use, and suggests them for students of all ages and family craft time. It does not give an age range.

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