Unison Colour Soft Pastels – The Story of Quality and Artistic Tradition
The journey that led to the creation of Unison Colour Soft Pastels began with renowned artist John Hersy’s desire to find pastels that could breathe life into every artwork. Hersy realized that the products available on the market did not meet his high-quality demands—they were often uneven, poorly pigmented, and too fragile. From this passion, a period of experimentation emerged, during which he sought the perfect recipe and method to unite brightness, depth, and the magic of artisanal craftsmanship. Thus began a story that has since inspired artists all over the world.
The very first pastels were produced at Hersy’s own Thorneyburn Rectory, where traditional techniques met the needs of modern art. The original collection initially consisted of 117 shades, each with its own unique story and production process. Through genuine craftsmanship and a carefully honed recipe, these products were created not merely as tools, but as inspiring works of art in themselves. Every pastel is meticulously cut, rolled, and allowed to dry—step by step, the history of the product is built with quality and attention to detail as its foundation.
Today, Unison Colour Soft Pastels stands for artist materials of the highest quality. With an extensive range featuring over 380 shades, artists are given endless opportunities to experiment, mix, and express themselves. The handmade pastels are particularly renowned for their high pigment concentration, ensuring deep and intense colors. Their lightfastness is more than just a feature—it guarantees that every color retains its original brilliance for years, making artworks timeless. This is the secret and pride of Unison Colour Soft Pastels, setting them apart from the competition.
This story, which began with personal passion and the quest for something better, continues to this day. Unison Colour Soft Pastels is not just a tool for creating art—it is a tribute to tradition, innovation, and genuine artistic expression. Whether you work with watercolors, acrylics, or other techniques, these pastels will inspire you to explore new methods and create pieces where every shade tells its own story.
Welcome to explore the range of Unison Colour Soft Pastels—let the colors come to life and inspire you to create artworks that stand the test of time, carrying a tale of passion, tradition, and quality.
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Terms of Delivery, Privacy Policy, and Data Protection Statement
Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike
Privacy Policy and Data Protection Statement
The collection of certain personal data, such as address information, is necessary for the delivery of products ordered from the online store. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers and website users in accordance with the Personal Data Act, the Act on Electronic Communications Services, and other applicable legislation. The customer/user accepts this data protection clause by using our website/services.
When ordering a product/service from Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike, we gain access to the information provided by the customer, including address, phone number, email address, and information related to the customer relationship, such as billing and payment information, product and order information, customer feedback and contacts, and cancellation information. Personal data is collected from the user themselves during ordering or registration or later during the customer relationship. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike does not disclose personal data received to third parties, nor do we use the information for direct marketing. The customer/user can, based on EU legislation, request Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike to delete information concerning them.
Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's website uses Google Analytics, which stores demographic information about the user and information about website usage and browsing. Google is responsible for the storage of this information, and the user can, based on EU legislation, request Google to delete information concerning them. As an Analytics customer, Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike cannot link demographic information to individual users.
In addition to Google, due to technical implementation, information about website usage and browsing, as well as the customer's contact information, may end up with Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store service provider Pulse24 Oy and payment service provider Paytrail Oyj. Pulse24 Oy or Paytrail Oyj is responsible for the storage of this information, and the user can, based on EU legislation, request the deletion of information concerning them. As a customer of Pulse24 Oy, Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike cannot link usage and browsing information to individual users. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike has access to personal data received through the payment service provider. This information is used exclusively for deliveries and returns of products from the online store. Information about payment instruments or bank account details does not reach Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike.
Terms and Conditions for Payment, Delivery, and Order Cancellation in the Online Store
Payment Terms
Purchases are delivered to the customer after information about the payment has been transmitted to the online store. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike is not responsible for payment delays caused by the systems of banks, credit institutions, or other payment intermediaries and online service providers. In Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store, the payment terms follow the regulations in force in Finland concerning consumer sales, consumer trade, and online retail.
Payment Service Provider
Our webstore uses external payment service providers to process payments. When a customer makes a purchase and selects a payment method, we share the necessary information, such as name, address, email address, phone number, purchase amount, and other payment-related information, with the payment service provider to complete the transaction and to prevent fraud. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike does not have access to payment card details or online banking credentials.
The payment service providers we use are:
Klarna Bank AB (publ)
Address: Sveavägen 46, 111 34 Stockholm, Sweden.
When you choose to pay by online bank, credit card, Mobilepay, or with Klarna Invoice, Klarna Part Payment, or Klarna Pay Later, your personal data, such as contact and order information, is processed so that Klarna can assess your creditworthiness, offer you suitable payment options, and tailor payment terms. Klarna also acts as a payment intermediary for credit card companies (such as Visa, Mastercard) and for online bank payments.
PayPal (Europe) S.à r.l. et Cie, S.C.A.
Address: 22-24 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg.
When you choose PayPal as your payment method, your personal data is transferred to PayPal for payment processing. This may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and order details.
The transfer of your personal data to these service providers is based on processing the order, enabling the payment, and fraud prevention.
We recommend that you also carefully review the privacy policies of these payment service providers to understand how they collect, use, and protect your personal data.
Our webstore does not store payment card or online banking credential information; it is processed solely within the payment service provider's systems.
Delivery Terms
Products purchased from Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store are delivered to the customer according to the chosen delivery method. If the ordered products are in stock, the purchases are collected, packed, and sent to the address provided by the customer within three business days from the time the payment information has been transmitted to the online store. If the ordered products are not in stock, the purchases are sent to the customer no later than the next business day after the product arrives from the supplier to Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store's goods reception. The stock situation is visible to the customer in the online store when ordering the product. Estimated delivery time to Finland can be 5 business days and to the EU area 10 business days. Outside the EU area, the estimated delivery time is 10-15 business days.
Products ordered from Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store can be delivered worldwide to official addresses with a fixed, regular access route. Orders placed outside Finland are delivered according to the delivery terms of Posti or a corresponding international transport service. For the delivery of orders placed outside Finland, the legislation of the country of delivery and the regulations of the transport service provider in the country of delivery are followed from the moment the delivery has passed from the sender's responsibility. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike is not responsible for any delays in transport services outside the Finnish legislative area. Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike is not responsible for any service or handling fees, taxes, customs duties, or other fees that may be collected in the country of delivery.
Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike is not responsible for any delays in the distribution of the transport service or the delivery of goods, or for obstacles that have occurred in the distribution or delivery of goods. In Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike's online store, the delivery terms follow the regulations in force in Finland concerning consumer sales, consumer trade, and online retail.
Delivery Methods
Post Package to Finland The post package is delivered in Finland to a Posti service point corresponding to the customer's stated address (e.g., Posti office or parcel locker). Posti sends a notification of the arrived package to the recipient via email, SMS, or the Posti mobile application. After the post package arrives, the customer must pick it up within the time limit defined by the service point. Post packages not picked up within the time limit are returned to Itäisenkadun Taidetarvike. For uncollected orders, the regulations in force in Finland concerning consumer sales, consumer trade, and online retail are followed. The terms for storing and picking up post packages are defined by Posti at <a href="http://www.posti.fi.
