Upcoming events

We have a lot of wonderful upcoming events for the First Coast Pastel Society. Please make a note of these on your calendar as we look forward to seeing everyone.

Saturday, OCT 13, 9:30~?

Plein Air Painting at the Fountain of Youth

St. Augustine, FL. Your admission is free if you’re here to paint with us! Bring a bag lunch and a drink.

Saturday, NOV 3, 10:00-noon 

General Meeting and demo by Lyn Asselta

“Framing your Pastel Paintings” at ReddiArts, Jacksonville, FL Learn the proper way to frame your pastels using mats, spacers, etc. for shows, galleries or your own walls at home.

Saturday, DEC 1, 10:00-noon

Still Life Painting with FCPS

Join us for an informal session of still life painting. Location to be announced.

December 31

Deadline to register for Workshop with Kathleen Galligan. See below for info

2013 events

February 22,23,24, 2013

WORKSHOP: “A PLEIN AIR EXPLORATION: Letting Go of the Literal” 

with pastel artist, Kathleen Galligan (for info: lynasselta@comcast.net)

This 3-day plein air workshop is an excellent opportunity to help you loosen up your style and take your pastel painting to the next level. Learn to interpret the landscape with an emphasis on color, atmosphere and composition. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with such a talented teacher!! You can see more of Kathleen’s work at www.kathleengalligan.com

October 21,22,23, 2013

WORKSHOP: “FROM PLEIN AIR TO STUDIO”

with plein air artist Michael Chesley Johnson www.michaelchesleyjohnson.com