Sennelier Assorted Soft Pastel Set of 12

The Sennelier Assorted Soft Pastel Set of 12 is a compact, professional‑quality selection of extra‑soft pastels made using pure pigments and a traditional natural binder. Hand‑formed and air‑dried, Sennelier soft pastels are renowned for their velvety texture, intense colour saturation, and effortless application. This introductory 12‑colour set offers a beautifully balanced palette suitable for sketching, studies, and finished artwork.

Each pastel stick delivers exceptional coverage with minimal pressure, allowing artists to achieve delicate shading, bold strokes, and smooth colour transitions. The high pigment load ensures luminous, vibrant colour that blends easily on paper, card, and textured surfaces. These pastels are ideal for layering, scumbling, feathering, and expressive mark‑making.

Perfect for beginners exploring soft pastels or experienced artists seeking a portable, curated palette, this set provides a versatile foundation for landscapes, portraits, still life, and mixed‑media work.

Features

• Extra‑soft pastels made with pure pigments and natural binders

• Velvety texture for smooth, effortless application

• High pigment concentration for intense, luminous colour

• Hand‑formed and air‑dried for superior quality

• Excellent blendability for soft transitions and layered effects

• Suitable for paper, card, pastel board, and textured surfaces

• Ideal for sketching, studies, and finished artworks

• Compact and travel‑friendly 12‑colour set

Best For

• Artists exploring soft pastels

• Sketching, studies, and expressive mark‑making

• Landscapes, portraits, and still life

• Layering, blending, and tonal work

• Beginners and professionals wanting a portable palette