Bill Halsey Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 I should think that if binders, impurities, fineness, etc. are an issue with pastel sticks, then simply use pure powdered whiting (calcium carbonate). Inexpensive and widely available. Simply tap on a bit with a stippling brush and blow off the excess. Here's one source: http://www.earthpigments.com/whiting-chalk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Bress Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 I found this German made French chalk while browsing. Three Stars (Drei Sterne) Champagne Chalk "Their pure champagne chalk is 100% comprised of the smooth calcium carbonate mined from the Champagne region of France." http://www.archerhardgoods.com/products/three-stars-champagne-chalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not telling Posted May 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 I don't know if there is anything easier and more obvious than what you suggested, Bill Halsey. Of course that's exactly what I didn't think of. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chungviolins Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 ---- "From the description of Conte Crayons on DickBlick artists supply-"Contè crayons are waxier and much firmer than soft pastels, so they produce little dust and are easy to control."I question the wisdom of getting wax anywhere near a glue joint. " If you ever used this chalk, you know it's not waxy at all. KY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yancypup Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 The White Cliffs of Dover are made from chalk. It's a bit far to travel from the US but think of the fun you could have in the pubs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Doran Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 I just received some chalk from Eternity Arts. I ordered their easel chalk in white. I followed up with an email to them explaining what I was using the chalk for, and they were familiar with violin makers using their chalk for fitting. I asked about "lecturer's chalk" and they said the only difference between that and what they sell now is the size. The chalk is sold in 1" square by 3" lengths @ $1.20 each, no minimum order. My initial impression was that it was heavy for chalk. Comparing it to my Pelikan chalk is seems like there must be less air in Eternity Art's mixture. The chalk looks and feels very fine, and I think it's going to be great for fitting. Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jose Catoira Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 Sorry to say this but the art shop just 10 metres away from my workshop was selling the last stocks of the "german" chalk at 70 cents of euros per bundle of 20 sticks. I got myself a lifetime supply of the stuff. What a life... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not telling Posted May 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Awesome for you, Jose, but again, another good brand that the demand wasn't there for. It's weird that something like chalk can be such an abundant material, but there's no need for the artist's chalk formulas now that the world quit using their hands. So it's all disappearing, fast. Thanks Michael for the info on Eternity Arts. I'm hoping that's the stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey K Alexander Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 I just received some chalk from Eternity Arts. I ordered their easel chalk in white. I followed up with an email to them explaining what I was using the chalk for, and they were familiar with violin makers using their chalk for fitting. I asked about "lecturer's chalk" and they said the only difference between that and what they sell now is the size. The chalk is sold in 1" square by 3" lengths @ $1.20 each, no minimum order. My initial impression was that it was heavy for chalk. Comparing it to my Pelikan chalk is seems like there must be less air in Eternity Art's mixture. The chalk looks and feels very fine, and I think it's going to be great for fitting. Michael Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Tucker Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 The White Cliffs of Dover are made from chalk. It's a bit far to travel from the US but think of the fun you could have in the pubs! Hmmm, You're giving me a great idea. I could possibly make this a business travel expense... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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