On Day 2 of Pastel Live this year, we saw full-length painting demonstrations from Nancy Nowak, Linda Mutti, W. Truman Hosner, Laura Pollak, Eve Miller, and Vera Kavura. It was incredible to watch each pastel painting come to life.
We're back, coming to you daily from the 5th Annual Pastel Live online art conference, where we're broadcasting live from three locations, with artists watching from all over the world.
Welcome to your 2025 Pastel Live highlights! Pastel Live is an annual online art conference taking place now through September 19, where we're learning from 20+ of the world's leading pastel artists.
Artists like JaFang Lu have something to say about that.
In this episode of the Pastel Podcast, we hear from Marla Baggetta, whose story is one of relentless creativity, deep passion, and a commitment to sharing the joy of art with others.
Pamela S. Douglas shares the story behind her prizewinning painting.
Steven Hill shares his unique experience of capturing a volcano’s fury in real time.
In this episode of the Pastel Podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating journey of William A. Schneider, a seasoned artist whose path to becoming a full-time painter was anything but conventional.
And add mood, movement, and meaning to your landscape paintings
UK pastel artist Richard Suckling captures a scene in Western Brittany, France.








