 Under a new technology and a unique manufacturing process. Holbein has developed an exceptional color range of artist pastels which, while eliminating many of the little used light colors, offer a greater soft powder richness in covering and blending power than competitive products. The manufacturing process is entirely computerized and is mechanized from inception to final product. In the final stages of production, the computer has a lens which scans every stick in order to guarantee even distribution of pigment. Each stick is made in a square shape for working versatility and, in set form, each has been assigned its own numerically identified bed. Softness, purity, size and shape and method of packaging have been widely acclaimed by working pastelists. Tested and labeled in accordance with ASTM-D4236. Color chart available here (a PDF that requires Acrobat Reader). | 
