I have been using a mishmash of brands from Senneleirs to Schminkes to Rembrandts. I bought the sampler and I found a whole new world of brands. I was very impressed. Only problem was shipping from Washington to Maine where I live. Took a while to get them.
Susan Michele Birgeles3/8/2024 7:06 AM
"try out sampler"
ITS NICE TO ABLE TO FEEL and move the Pastels before you choose them . pastel is a very tactile media and the texture and feel can be important depending on your style.
susan kashmiri2/17/2024 8:26 AM
"iridescent sampler"
I really like this sampler set, gives be chance to try the iridescent pastels without spending a fortune.
Lynn Lorencz12/31/2023 6:23 AM
"Overall I liked the set, but…"
It’s a great way to try out different brands, however I didn’t care for 2 out of the 5 colors. The Blue Earth pastel was broken at the edge end. It looked like it didn’t quite fit into the box it was in. The Holbein pastel was in a plastic case that I had to cut open with a knife. I was afraid I was going to break it but to my delight it didn’t break.
Laura12/7/2023 6:01 PM
"Samplers!"
I've bought a few samplers over the years -- it's fun to get a surprise selection of colors, and I'd wanted to try a couple of these brands. I'll happily find spots for them in my box.
Gayle5/14/2023 3:17 AM
"Pastel Try Me Out Sampler - Iridescent"
Very good selection of brands; swatched the colors; very subtle sheen. Pretty effect. Did not care for color selection, I should have requested a custom color box. Perhaps a selection of iridescence pastels brands in one color ?