Welcome
Promoting the pastel paintings of Central Texas artists like Samya Lima, her piece "Incidental Beauty" shown here.
Happenings and Opportunities
"Maureen's Garden" by CTPS member, Kathy Meador, shown here.
White Tent Event in Burnet, Texas - May 8
Member Julia Fletcher will be painting plein air painting and selling her artwork on May 8, 12:00 to 6:00pm at 7 Creek Winery in Burnet, Texas. Head on over to Burnet and support your fellow CTPS member!
"Wildflower Interpretations" Paint-along with Rita Kirkman - May 15
More information and registration here: https://www.ritakirkman.com/workshop/27074/wildflower-interpretations-paint-along-online
"Layering the Light" Online Workshop with Rita Kirkman - Jun 17-19
More information and registration here: https://www.ritakirkman.com/workshop/27029/layering-the-light-pastel-workshop-online
Our Focus
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.
Grand Canyon, Holly Read
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.
Life Boat, Chuck Roush, 8x10
Focus on pastel as a media We promote pastel painting in an effort to elevate it as a recognized media. We foster this recognition by participation in art shows and exhibitions as well as organizing workshops, programs, and painting opportunities.
faqs
"Canola Fields" by artist Kay Wyckoff
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.