Rebecca de Mendonça

Rebecca de Mendonça

Rebecca specialises in pastels, producing lively and energetic work. She teaches around the UK and in Italy, and co-founded The New Pastel School. Her book Pastels for the Absolute Beginner, published by Search Press, is available now.

Latest articles by Rebecca de Mendonça

pastel pencils and conte crayons being used to make drawings of natural elements

How to draw with pastels and Conté crayons

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

Capture the essence of natural forms by combining these two mediums.

Artistic Tips & Techniques
how to draw a fox - image of a fox in pastels

How to draw a fox using pastels

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

Learn how to draw a fox using a combination of soft pastels, Conté crayons and pastel pencils.

Artistic Tips & Techniques
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Which chalk pastels should you choose?

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

From pastel pencils to the softest pastels, we explore your options.

Artistic Tips & Techniques
Pastel jack russell dog portrait on a bright blue background

How to add texture to your pastels with primers

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

Discover some eye-catching techniques for pastel primers.

Artistic Tips & Techniques
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How to add drama to your pastel artworks

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

Work like the masters with moody colours and luscious soft lights.

Artistic Tips & Techniques
How to draw a landscape with pastels

How to draw a landscape with pastels

By Rebecca de Mendonça published

Top tips for creating an atmospheric landscape in pastels.

Artistic Tips & Techniques