International Association of Pastel Societies
Falls Church, VA
Represents pastel societies uniting in a common cause — to demonstrate the validity and quality of pastel fine art around the world.
The Pastel Society
London, England
A registered charity, widely recognised for its success in promoting and encouraging the use of pastel within the contemporary art world.
Pastel Society of America
New York, NY
Aims are to set standards of excellence and to encourage the use of pastel and to establish pastel as a separate category in major art exhibitions.
Pastel Society of Australia
Moorooka, Australia
To promote the art of soft pastel painting through the provision and facilitation of various activities.
Pastel Artists of New Zealand
Blenheim, New Zealand
Promotes pastels as a fine art medium to the public, exhibition organizers, galleries and raise the profile of New Zealand pastellists both within New Zealand and overseas.
Pastel Artists Canada
Ontario, Canada
To promote public appreciation of Art in Soft Pastel and to improve the skills of artists working in this fine art medium.
Art Du Pastel En France
Hautot-Saint-Sulpice, France
Aims are to promote soft pastels as an art form by discovering, encouraging and developing new talent, and offering guidance to those seeking it.
Pastel Society of Eastern Canada
Quebec, Canada
A non-profit organization constituted of both professional and amateur pastel artists. Promotes and encourages artistic activities and public awareness and appreciation of the arts in the pastel medium.
Northwest Pastel Society
Lopez Island, WA
To promote, encourage and foster creative painting with pastels as well as provide instructive activities and exhibiting opportunities for pastel artists.
Associated Pastelists On the Web
Long Branch,NJ
Offers general information, juried exhibitions, and critiques.
Vermont Pastel Society
Essex Junction, VT
purpose is to build and strengthen connections among pastel artists. Opened to beginning as well as experienced artists whether they work with oil or soft pastels.
Pastel Society of Victoria
Red Hill South, Australia
aims are to educate the public about pastel and its use as a fine art medium, and to promote the exchange of information and ideas concerning pastel among interested artists.
Pastel Society of the West Coast
Stockton, CA
To promote pastel artists and the soft pastel medium by offering information about the Pastel Medium, Pastels Only Exhibitions in International Open & Membership Shows, and Demonstrations by Recognized Pastel Artists.
Pastel Society of the Southwest
Dallas, TX
Organized to further education in, appreciation for, and encouragement of the use of the pastel medium.
Pastel Society of the Northern Rockies
Idaho Falls, ID
Offers members an extensive newsletter as well as the opportunity to be featured in the societies online galleries.
Pastel Society of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Dedicated to creating works in soft pastels, with the purpose of promoting standards of excellence and to encourage use of the medium of soft pastels.
Pastel Society of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
A nonprofit arts organization to promote the appreciation of the soft pastel medium as well as to contribute to the growing arts community in New Mexico.
Pastel Society of New Hampshire
Jaffery, NH
A non-profit organization dedicated to the appreciation of soft pastels as a fine art medium.
Pastel Society of Colorado
Denver, CO
Seeks to promote the art of pastel painting through regular meetings that feature educational presentations and demonstrations by respected artists.
Pastel Painters of Maine
Springvale, ME
Promotes the medium of soft pastel by uniting local and regional artists and by increasing the public's awareness of the medium.
Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod
Barnstable, MA
A nonprofit corporation whose mission is to create a community of pastel artists, to set standards of excellence through education and to encourage and nurture artists in their professional growth.
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Ozark Pastel Society
Bella Vista, AR
Holds annual membership show, has meetings every month in varying locations, and hosts several ‘paint-outs’ and plein air events.
Oklahoma Pastel Society
Oklahoma City, OK
A non-profit organization devoted to the promotion and development of pastelists.
MidAmerica Pastel Society
Lawrence, KS
to bring together practicing pastel artists as a group to network, to educate and promote community interest and support for the medium of pastel in the visual arts, to support these pastel artists in their artistic development, exhibit work as a group and individually; to provide teaching workshops for further development of artists using pastel and to make a contribution to the community through the development of student artists in the pastel medium.
Maryland Pastel Society
Riderwood, MD
Sponsors exhibitions of pastel paintings by full members, general meetings that include presentations or demonstrations, opportunities to meet other pastellists and workshops by nationally known artists
Great Lakes Pastel Society
Grand Rapids, MI
Seeks to promote the use of pastels and increase the public awareness of creative pastel painting as a fine art medium.
Connecticut Pastel Society
Norwalk, CT
To promote within the public domain an interest in pastel art through sponsorship of exhibits and activities concerned with pastel art.
Arkansas Pastel Society
Hot Springs Village, AR
Goals are to educate the public about pastel painting, network with pastel artists, conduct shows and exhibits of pastel work, and conduct pastel workshops.
Arizona Pastel Artists Association
Cornville, AZ
To promote artistic skills as well as public awareness and appreciation of the medium of soft pastel.
Appalachian Pastel Society
Asheville, NC
Purpose is to provide and promote an awareness and appreciation of soft pastels through education, exhibition, and support throughout the Appalachian Region.
Austin Pastel Society
Austin, TX
To provide members with opportunities to exhibit their work, in both juried exhibitions and open exhibitions at locations throughout the area, and to educate the public, gallery owners and collectors about the merits and care of pastel paintings.
Central Pennsylvania Pastel Society
Lemont, PA
Represents artists in the central Pennyslvania region who are interested in the medium of soft pastel.
Central Texas Pastel Society
Temple, TX
to promote pastel as a recognized medium through shows and exhibitions, and to organize workshops, programs and painting opportunities for its membership to assist each to reach their optimum potential as an artist
Degas Pastel Society
New Orleans, LA
a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting public awareness of the pastel medium and providing exposure and recognition for the Society's members through exhibitions.
Gateway Pastel Artists
St. Louis, MO
To unite artists interested in pastel media through the usage of programs, critiques and technical support from one another.
Lake Country Pastel Society
Burnsville, MN
Seeks to unite artists interested in the pastel medium and to serve their needs by encouraging artistic growth and development through education and sharing. Also works to create public awareness of pastel as a unique and beautiful art form.
Southwest Florida Pastel Society
Naples, FL
Mission in to encourage and promote pastel artists in their professional growth and success.
Sierra Pastel Society
Placerville, CA
Mission is to support artists on their journey of artistic excellence and to promote greater public awareness of soft pastels as a fine art medium through learning opportunities, plein air gatherings, demonstrations, and juried exhibitions.
Pittsburgh Pastel Artists League
Pittsburgh, PA
Often meetings include a business meeting first, lunch, and a paint out. Other member benefits include E-letters containing info on exhibits, supplies, artists'
accomplishments, websites, etc.
St. Petersburg Pastel Society
St. Petersburg, Russia
main aim of the society is a propagation of the pastel technique. It is executed by exhibitions, by publishing of various printing materials and by workshops.
Pikes Peak Pastel Society
Colorado Springs, CO
To promote excellence in soft past painting and the awareness of pastel painting to the general public.