120 Squirrel Fish – Pastel Nagomi Art

The Squirrel Fish is a Pastel Nagomi Art lesson inspired by a traditional Chinese delicacy known for its golden crisp and lively presentation. This artwork brings to life the beauty of culinary art through the medium of pastels, celebrating texture, warmth, and craftsmanship. The glistening surface of the fish, paired with the rich amber sauce and surrounding greens, reflects abundance and festive joy.

In this lesson, you will learn how to capture the shine and dimensionality of food through layering techniques, how to balance warm and cool tones to evoke depth, and how to illustrate highlights that make the subject look almost edible. A perfect project for those who enjoy blending art with culture and flavour.

You will learn:
• How to layer pastel colours to achieve realistic food texture
• How to use highlights and shadows to enhance depth and sheen
• How to balance colours for a vivid and appetising result