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.
Many questions about our products can be answered
immediately by visiting our TECHNIQUES
pages. However if you do have a question please
