- Jun 30, 2017
How to Trace a photo, enlarge it, and transfer it to some good paper for painting/drawing
I used this photo of the Amaryllis with the Juan Gris poster in the background. This is an 8 X 10 inch photo. I covered this photo...
- May 31, 2017
Tips for Painting Outdoors
Like the Boy Scout motto, " Be Prepared", you, as a plein air painter, must also remember to prepare wisely and to expect the unexpected!...
- Feb 26, 2017
Thoughts from the Studio
Every artist needs to learn to do a self critique - to look at his or her painting and be able to see what your painting may need to...
- Nov 27, 2016
Member Tidbit
I just noticed in the most recent issue of the Pastel Journal a featured article on Maria Marino. Maria was in our pastel workshop with...
- Jul 24, 2016
Desmond O'Hagan Workshop
This began with a wonderful slide show plus original works of art in Desmond O 'Hagan's unique style. He emphasizes the value of color,...
- Feb 3, 2016
Meet the Members - Pamela Johnson
As an artist I enjoy being immersed in the moment of nature with the landscape. I have always been inspired by the Impressionistic era...
- Feb 3, 2016
Roche Pastels
Susan McCartney sent in this information regarding a wonderful video about Roche Pastels. It talks about the history of the company and...
- Sep 4, 2015
Presidents' Forum at the IAPS Conference
Betty Gobeille was invited by CPPS President, Marianne Fyda, to attend the Presidents' Forum at the IAPS Conference in Albuquerque, NM as...
- Jul 1, 2015
IAPS Conference
I.A.P.S. International Association Of Pastel Societies Betty Gobeille wrote of her experiences while attending IAPS conferences. Hi...
- Jun 1, 2015
"The Boating Party"
“The Boating Party” By CASSATT Looking directly into his eyes she feels the pull, ache of his hands on the oars, the pressure of...