Definitions
- Describing a coloring tool made of wax, typically used by children. - Referring to a drawing or artwork created with crayons. - Talking about a writing instrument that uses wax-based lead to create marks on paper.
- Describing a coloring tool made of powdered pigment and binder, typically used by artists. - Referring to a drawing or artwork created with pastels. - Talking about a color that is pale, soft, and muted.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are tools used for drawing and coloring.
- 2Both can be used to create artwork.
- 3Both come in a variety of colors.
- 4Both can be used on paper or other surfaces.
- 5Both require manual dexterity to use effectively.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Crayons are made of wax, while pastels are made of powdered pigment and binder.
- 2Intended use: Crayons are typically used by children for coloring, while pastels are used by artists for drawing and creating artwork.
- 3Application: Crayons are applied by pressing down on the paper, while pastels are applied by rubbing or smudging the pigment onto the surface.
- 4Texture: Crayons create a smooth and waxy texture, while pastels create a textured and grainy effect.
- 5Color intensity: Crayons tend to produce brighter and more vibrant colors, while pastels produce softer and more muted tones.
Remember this!
Crayon and pastel are both tools used for drawing and coloring, but they differ in composition, intended use, application, texture, and color intensity. Crayons are typically made of wax and used by children for coloring, while pastels are made of powdered pigment and binder and used by artists for drawing and creating artwork. Crayons are applied by pressing down on the paper, while pastels are applied by rubbing or smudging the pigment onto the surface. Crayons create a smooth and waxy texture, while pastels create a textured and grainy effect. Finally, crayons tend to produce brighter and more vibrant colors, while pastels produce softer and more muted tones.
