Pastel Society of NC

History of the PSNC

The History of the PSNC is now available and  on the website. Written and researched by historian, Chris Kanoy, this follows the organization’s growth and development from its formation up to today. FinalPSNCHistory9-2012

Zoom Meeting – September 10, 2022

Membership Information

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Shows / Workshops

6th Annual PURE COLOR: Online International Juried Exhibition of Pastel Paintings
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Two Upcoming PSNC Member Shows at Ambleside Gallery and the Imperial Arts Center
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Recent News / Announcements

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Face to face meetings have been CANCELLED until further notice.

A “Baby Bunny” Paint-Along with Rita Kirkman

Member News, Christine Berndt

2 Upcoming PSNC Member Shows

Upcoming Pastel Workshops with Rita Kirkman

Member News, Christine S. Berndt

Member News, Diana Coidan

Call for Artists: Central Mass Pastel Society’s Marks of Distinction National Juried Show