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to Central Texas Pastel Society
Representing Texas artists such as Peg Emley, her painting "The Masters – Azalea Hole #13" shown here.
RITA KIRKMAN PAINT-Along
Rita Kirkman—"Don Key" Paint-ALong—May 21, 1pm CDT
Come paint this colorful donkey with us on Saturday, May 21, at 1pm CT. Register EARLY to have time to prep your drawing. I will send you the Zoom invitation, the reference photo, some surface prep info, some tips that include alternative underpainting methods in case you don't have what I use, and even a line drawing that you can use to transfer to your board or paper in case you don't have time to freehand your drawing. No drawing skills required! More details here.
All registrants will receive a link to the video a few days later, so if you have to miss part, no worries!
from member albert handell:
Join Albert Handel at the Plein Air Convention & Expo in Santa Fé — May 17–May 21, 2022
The Plein Air Convention this May in Santa Fe is coming up soon . I will be giving two demos at the Convention . One will be in Pastel and the second will be with oils. Details for the two demos is included in this news letter (contact Albert). To sign up for either or both, contact the Plein Air Convention directly.
I hope you do. For both pastels and/or oils—For both subjects I have a very direct method to show you from start to finish…. After the block in, I paint from the center of interest out. To finish, I paint as always from dark to light and use the art of lost and found edges to obtain space and atmosphere. This technique simplifies the painting process and gets you there more directly.
CTPS Member badges
Order your CTPS member badges here!
To order:
- Print out the order form (click HERE) and complete it.
- Make out a check or money order to Darrell Hutchison in the amount of $9.00.
- Mail the order form and check to: CTPS Badges, P.O. Box 1327, Georgetown, TX 78627-1327.
- We hope to have them for the October meeting.
Our Focus
- Focus on arts in schools CTPS is a non-profit organization whose goals include support of the arts in our schools. We strive to raise awareness of our artwork with the purpose of raising funds for those efforts.
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- Focus on our members The majority of the images in this site are produced by our members. We support our membership in optimizing their potential as artists...whether they choose to be hobbyists or professionals.
- Focus on pastel as a medium We promote pastel painting in an effort to elevate it as a recognized art medium. We foster this recognition by participation in art shows and exhibitions as well as organizing workshops, programs and painting opportunities.
"No Light of Our Own" by Esther Jones, 19x23
"Sugar Shack" by Marcia Wise, 12x15
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"Fall at Enchanted Rock" by artist Carolyn Kilday, 16x16
What is CTPS?
CTPS is the Central Texas Pastel Society, a non-profit organization that raises awareness of pastel through promotion of, and engaging in, art shows and exhibitions. Additionally, CTPS supports its membership through workshops, programs, artist demonstrations, and pastel painting opportunities. Ultimately, CTPS strives to assist its members in optimizing their artistic potential, whether they choose to be a hobbyist or a professional.
Does CTPS support art in the schools?
Yes! Each year, CTPS supports art in the schools. Historically, CTPS has sponsored scholarships for children to attend summer art camps as well as donating art supplies and books to schools and libraries in the community.
When does CTPS meet?
Generally, CTPS meets the 3rd Saturday of the month unless otherwise noted in the "Events" section on the homepage of this website.
Due to Covid-19, our meetings will be held in virtual meeting rooms with "Zoom".
If you have never used Zoom or feel the need for a refresher please send an email to info@centexpastel.com, indicating you need "Zoom School".
Is CTPS a member of IAPS?
Yes, CTPS is a member of the International Association of Pastel Societies.
Do I have to be a member to attend a meeting?
You may attend a meeting and decide if it is for you. We think you will do so because it is a fun and enthusiastic membership!
Each meeting has a simple format - news about opportunities for showing our art, workshops being hosted by CTPS or by other organizations, and general discussions and knowledge sharing about best practices. Following this part of the meeting, a demonstration is given on various topics from pastel painting techniques to marketing tips.
If you are ready to sign-up today, click on the JOIN link in the top menu.