Vera Kavura, known for her glorious and realistic flower paintings also paints other subjects! Plus the Pastel showcase at the Salmagundi Club.
Gail talks about five non-winning pastels from the current IAPS online show. Plus it’s Halloween!
Emma Colbert explains why George Seurat’s painting, “A Sunday on la Grand Jatte,” made such an impact on her. Also, the Scottsdale Art School Annual Auction!
Pablo Picasso may not have used soft pastels often but when he did, it’s obvious he was comfortable with the medium. Plus the winner of the Plein Air Magazine Award at LPAPA.
Kim Lordier shares step-by-step instructions to create pastel sticks from all your leftover bits and pieces.
Albert Handell shows how using charcoal can create subtle effects. Plus, Tatiana Roulin’s winning night scene.
Terri Ford takes home the August 2022 PleinAir Salon Award for best Plein Air Pastel. Plus three other pastels win Honourable Mentions.
A close look at Childe Hassam’s pastel, “A New York Blizzard.” Plus IAPS announces its current online show.
Richard Suckling knows what it feels like to hit a rough patch. Here’s his advice.
A pastellist takes home a big award! Plus, Casey Klahn talks about his Autumn painting.