Versatile Color and Control with Less Mess

When you're aiming for the rich vibrancy and blendability of soft pastels but want more control and less dust, semi-hard pastels are the perfect solution. Mungyo Gallery Semi-Hard Pastels are crafted with professional artists in mind, using top-quality pigments and fine kaolin clay. The result is a firm pastel that still blends smoothly, offering clean application and brilliant color payoff. Their square shape allows for multiple techniques, from detailed mark-making with the edges to broader coverage using the flat sides.

These pastels are ideal for artists who value both precision and versatility in their work. Whether you’re blocking in large areas or sharpening up fine lines, they offer a satisfying balance of hardness and softness. With excellent lightfastness and vivid hues, they’re equally suited for student learning and advanced studio use.

Key Features

• Professional, artist-grade semi-hard pastels
• Made with the finest pigments and kaolin clay
• Excellent lightfastness and vibrant color
• Suitable for detail work and large-area shading
• Great for both students and experienced artists

Perfect For

• Artists who want more control than soft pastels allow
• Clean, precise lines and detailed mark-making
• Smooth shading with minimal mess
• Layering and blending in mixed pastel techniques
• Students learning pastel fundamentals
• Professional artists working in dry media
• Use on textured pastel papers, toned surfaces, or sketchbooks