pastel

A drawing medium of dried paste made of ground pigments and a water-based binder that is manufactured in crayon form.

A crayon of this material.

A picture or sketch drawn with this type of crayon.

The art or process of drawing with pastels.

A soft delicate hue; a pale color.

A sketchy or brief prose work.

Of, relating to, or made of pastel.

Pale and soft in color.