Loving Oil Pastels

Recently, I have been drawn to my neglected set of oil pastels. The varying effects and blending capabilities of this medium result in a wide array of styles. Most interesting to me, was the addition of oil pastel onto an existing, unfinished oil painting. Similarities in texture and appearance of the two substances create a nice combination of materials, and an unusual outcome for the artwork. The pastels can be blended until the look is very similar to an oil painting, or left with a rough appearance almost similar to chalk. Chalk pastel would not adhere very well to an oil painting, but the oil pastels stick just fine. I've always been a fan of mixed-media and will be exploring additional combinations in upcoming art projects.