Plein Air Tips from Your Favorite Pastel Artists
5 pros share their best advice on choosing what sticks to take with you — and which to leave at home, plus how to keep your pastels safe and secure on location.
The Southwest and Beyond Come Alive in Layers of Color and Light
The Pastel Society of New Mexico’s “Enchanted Colors” exhibition celebrates the rich possibilities of pastel.
“What I’ve Learned After Decades of Painting Outdoors”
Nancy Silvia shares her best tips
Why You Should Be Painting in Oil
William Schneider gives pastelists 5 reasons to add another medium to their repertoire.
7 Tips for Painting Wildflowers and Grasses
Capture the charm of untamed nature without overwhelming your landscapes, with insights from pastel artist Karen Margulis.
Want More Drama in Your Pastel Skies?
Bethany Fields shares her best tips and techniques for painting glowing light and gorgeous clouds
Unlock the Power of the Sky in Your Pastels
And add mood, movement, and meaning to your landscape paintings