Bill Sweeney’s painting done at the iconic Kuerner’s Farm wins the July Plein Air Pastel Award while Deborah Darr takes home the Honourable Mention.
Among the many pastel paintings housed in the Royal Collection Trust are four paintings by Rosalba that personify the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. Plus a surprising “Yellow” painting in the Collection.
Casey Klahn shares two unusual techniques he uses in his pastel paintings. Plus William A. Schneider comes away with the Lora Block award.
Jill Stefani Wagner shares her experience of being in front of the camera for her new video. Plus Dakota Arts third quarter competition deadline approaches.
An exhibition of Eighteenth Century Pastels opens at the J. Paul Getty Museum. Featuring works for their collection plus four loans, this show will explore the popularity of pastels at the time. Plus, A Millet pastel from the Getty celebrates the dignity of work (on Labour Day).
Clarence Porter shares his pastel hack for creating easy colour studies. Plus be inspired by PSSC’s online exhibition.
Take a look at a pastel portrait by Thérèse Schwartze, a relatively unknown and successful artist.
Louise Renée, winner of the June 2022 Plein Air Salon award for Best Beginner, shares her inspiration, technique, and advice. Plus we also have the winner for best Plein Air pastel - Lisa Skelly.
Advisory Board member Michele Ashby shares her expert tips on how to paint hair convincingly, taking you through four different portraits.
A review of Pastel Live 2022. Plus, call for entry from the Pastel Society of New Hampshire.