Sofft™ Tools
Draw, paint and blend like never before
The Sofft range is a new generation of tools and applicators for artists and crafters, created by artists for artists.
Sofft Tools were specifically developed for use with PanPastels™ , and can also be used with most water-based art and craft materials to create a variety of exciting new techniques, marks and effects. Finished effects are different to brushes as the brush stroke is eliminated.
Sofft products are versatile, inexpensive and can be re-used several times.
Versatile
Use Sofft Tools with a variety of painting and drawing mediums:
- PanPastel colours
- Soft Pastel Sticks
- Charcoal
- Watercolours
- Acrylics
- Inks
- Waterbased Craft Paints
- Ceramics
Micropore Sponge
The semi-absorbent material used in Sofft Art Sponges and Covers is specially formulated for art and craft applications, to hold and release the right amount of material. It is non-abrasive for smooth, uniform results.
Sofft Sponges and Covers can be re-used several times (the number of times depends on the type of colour and surface being used).
Unique Shapes & Sizes
The shape of each Sofft Tool has been designed specifically for the needs of artists and crafters. A number of different effects can be achieved with each tool, for example, by using the sides and edges of the tools. Refer to the charts on the Products section for examples of marks which can be achived with each tool.
Sofft Tools enable a more direct connection with the working surface, making it easier to control and predict the final marks achieved.
Sofft Tools instantly feel intuitive and comfortable to use and are even easier to use than a brush!
Using With PanPastel™ colours
Sofft Tools are ideal for use with PanPastel colours.
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Load Sofft Tool with colour by gently wiping over the surface of the colour pan using a circular motion. Use gentle pressure - do not dig into the colour.
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Apply colour to work surface – try varying pressure and the angle of the tool during application to change the effect.
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Lay down the colour coverage you desire – from thick to thin - opaque to semi-transparent.
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The same Sofft Tool can be used with several colours – simply “clean” between colours by wiping sponge/applicator on a dry paper towel.
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Using With Wet Mediums
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Sofft tools can be used to apply and manipulate acrylics, watercolours and craft paints.
Sofft Art Sponges are also great for sponging out watercolours and acrylics once applied.
To use: lift colour and apply to surface. Re-charge with colour as necessary.
(If the colour needs to be diluted, dip Sofft Tool in water (like a brush), before using colour) |
CLEANING
Art Sponge, Covers & Applicator Heads
Wash gently with soap and warm water. Squeeze. Air dry fully.
Re-use several times – the number of times depends on the colour & surface used.
Knives
Wipe off with a towel or clean with warm water and soap after use.
Shapers
Wipe clean.
What makes Sofft sponge so special?
The sponge material used is unique to Sofft. We developed the formulations specifically for use with artists’ colors, and to ensure durability. They really do load and release the color perfectly for art applications.
PanPastel Colors are LOADED with artists’ pigments, and are used on many different surfaces. Requiring a very different type of artist’s sponge than has ever existed previously i.e. Sofft sponge. (Unlike cosmetic sponges, which are intended for use with colors that have very little pigment and are for very limited application on a special, gentle surface - the skin).
The shapes and sizes of Sofft Tools were developed for the marks that artists make. So for example, the knives and sponge bar shapes are based on brush shapes – round, flat, oval (filbert), pointed.
Our semi-absorbent material means that each Sofft sponge holds and releases liquid (water-based) mediums such as acrylics, water colors etc, giving controlled unique effects.
Sofft sponges can be used on a broad selection of surfaces, even with “toothy” surfaces such as Colourfix papers. Obviously, the more abrasive the surface the shorter the life of the sponge.
Finally, Sofft sponges are inexpensive and can be washed and re-used several times.
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