The Royal & Langnickel Grey tone Artist Pastels are great quality chalk pastels for artists at different levels of expertise. It is safe for kids, and can set the right tone for a beginner. Royal & Langnickel Pastels have a velvety texture and offer smooth and consistent coverage. Available in a variety of rich, vibrant colours, these soft pastels are ideal for all types of art projects. These soft square block chalk pastels have a smooth consistency for clean application and ease of blending. The colours selected for this set are a range of grey tones for an exploration of tonal values, highlights and shadows.