141 The Chicken Rice – Pastel Nagomi Art

The Chicken Rice is a Pastel Nagomi Art lesson inspired by one of the most beloved comfort foods in Southeast Asia. The artwork captures the warmth of a freshly prepared meal — fragrant rice, tender chicken, and the vibrant side dishes that bring the plate to life. Through pastel layering and blending, this piece celebrates not only colour and composition but also the heartwarming essence of everyday life.

In this lesson, you will learn how to balance warm and cool tones to create appetising contrast, how to illustrate texture to bring food to life, and how to arrange visual elements harmoniously to achieve realism and charm. Perfect for those who love combining cultural themes with creative pastel expression.

You will learn:
• How to layer pastel colours to create natural food textures
• How to compose a plate with visual balance and focus
• How to convey warmth and realism through shading and highlights