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2 Upcoming PSNC Member Shows

June 3, 2022

LOCATION: Ambleside Gallery, Greensboro NC
DATES: December 3 – 31, 2022
RECEPTION: December 2, 2022 6-9pm; See Sheryl Daniels or Pearl Cohen to volunteer a vegetarian dish or hors d’oevres.
NUMBER OF WORKS: Submit six works (jpg) to Jackson Mayshark by October 28th 6:00pm
SELECTION ANNOUNCED: November 9th
DELIVERY: Saturday November 26th or Monday November 28th between 12:00-6pm
INCLUDE: Artist’s name, title of work, materials used, dimensions and sale price. (Works must be for sale.)
PICK UP: Saturday December 31st between 4:00 and 6:00pm or January 2nd between 4:00 and 6:00pm
COMMISSION: of sales is 40%

LOCATION: Imperial Art Center at the Maria V. Howard Arts Center, Rocky Mount NC
DATES: September 9 through December 31, 2022
LINK: https://forms.gle/knMhEtVLHyYd34AU9
ENTER BY: August 12th (This is a non-juried, no fee show. There will be a 40% commission.)
NUMBER OF WORKS: Enter three, four or five works to be installed on wall space dedicated to you. On the reverse of your works include your name, title, materials, dimensions and price.
SEND: A one paragraph autobiography and a photo of yourself to Emily Thompson (emronroguski@yahoo.com) to be mounted and exhibited next to your works.
EXHIBITION INVENTORY: An inventory form on the PSNC Google site must be filled out! (It’s easy, I tried it!)
DELIVERY: August 24-26 10am-4pm; four PSNC members have volunteered to assist your delivery. Coordinate with Emily, Jane, Diff or Sheryl and please help with gas money.
PICK UP: January 11-13 10am-4pm
Works left after Feb 13, 2023 become the property of Imperial Art Center.

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Member News, Rita Kirkman

April 8, 2022

Rita Kirkman has won the Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Traylor Award for her painting “Cousins” (pastel, 32×32 inches) at the SAALM 92cd Annual Artists Exhibition.

The show continues through June 3rd, 2022, at the San Antonio Art League Museum, 130 King William Street, San Antonio, TX.

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Face to face meetings have been CANCELLED until further notice.

February 4, 2022

Dear Membership and Friends,
The Pastel Society face to face meetings scheduled for the NC Museum of Art have been cancelled for the time being.
Join us online whenever you can.

Thanks for your continued support,
Emily Thompson, current President PSNC

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Member News, Luana Luconi Winner

July 13, 2021

Come to Art of the Carolinas at the North Raleigh Hilton on November 11, 12 and 13 for Luana’s three different workshops.

You can signup for:

  • Thursday (Pastel Workshop TH2101) – “Precious Things: The Still Life,”
  •  Friday (Pastel Workshop FR2101) – “Pastel Portraits, and
  • Saturday (Oil Workshop -SA2101) – “Floral Still Life in Oil.”

Go to https://www.artofthecarolinas.com/222-luana-luconi-winner?order=product.datetime.asc to find out more about each of the exciting day-long workshops.

See you there!

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Member News, Ginny Stocker

January 2, 2020

My painting, Ice Flow, has been selected for the exhibit, Cold II, This show is with the
National Association of Women Artists and will be held at the NAWA Gallery in NYC from
January 8-30.

Filed Under: exhibitions and shows, general news

Video slideshow from Ambleside Gallery exhibition

September 23, 2019

https:///pastelsocietyofnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Ambleside2019.mp4

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Debora Stewart, PSA IAPS MC Workshop: Oct 8-10, 2019

July 18, 2019

Upcoming Workshop at the Arts Council of York County
121 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730

sponsored by the Fort Mill Art Guild

Abstract Workshop in Pastel and/or Acrylic
Debora Stewart PSA IAPS MC
Tuesday through Thursday, October 8-10, 2019
10 am to 4 pm
$425
Lunch included daily

This workshop is open to both pastel and acrylic artists. You can work in one medium or both. You will learn how to work intuitively and expressively, develop abstract compositions, understand color theory, create both small and large works, develop a series, evaluate your work and know when to stop. You will also learn many mixed media techniques in the workshop. Plus you will work in a non-threatening environment and have fun!

ENROLLMENT DEADLINE AUGUST 15, 2019

Learn more.

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PSNC Members’ Exhibition at Ambleside Gallery – Sept 6-28, 2019

June 14, 2019

PSNC Members’ Exhibition at Ambleside Gallery
528 S. Elm Street, Greensboro, NC
336-275-9844

Exhibition dates: Sept 6-28, 2019

Submit images via email to Jackson@amblesidearts.com (up to 6 per artist)
Maximum size: 30 x 60”
No Entry Fee. Each artist will have at least one work accepted. The Gallery Director makes choices in order to ensure a cohesive show.
Sales: Artwork must be for sale. A 40% commission will be paid to Ambleside Gallery for each sale.
Work not picked up at scheduled times may be charged a storage fee.

July 22nd – Deadline for submission of images (up to six per artist)
August 1st – Announcement of selected works
August 24th – Delivery of works to gallery, 4-6 PM
August 25th – Delivery of works to gallery, 12-2 PM
Please call Jackson (336-275-9844) if you have trouble conforming to these times.
September 6th – PSNC Members Exhibition Opening and Artists Reception, 6-9pm
Elena Martin, classical pianist and composer, native to Madrid, Spain will be performing her own compositions.
September 28th – Final day of exhibition
September 28th – 4-6pm pick-up of works
September 30th – 4-6pm alternative pick-up date

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Lyn Diefenbach Demo Photos

June 7, 2019

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On Common Ground: Statewide Juried Show 2019 Photos

May 9, 2019

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Anne Strutz Pastel Demo photos

November 12, 2018

Thank you note to PSNC workshop Participants with notes and finished painting.

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PSNC Signature Membership Designation Opportunity

October 1, 2018

As you may know, PSNC now has a Signature Membership Designation to which everyone may strive. It involves the accumulation of points which each artist will keep track of on their journey through their exhibitions, competitions, and service. It is very important to note that everyone can earn points through service to our organization. Please read carefully the guidelines document, and when you have accumulated seven points, please send the information with dates, locations, times, or pertinent information to support the earned points to Luana Luconi Winner at Portraits@WinnerStudios.com. I look forward to seeing how your journey progresses. Good luck to all!

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Holiday Gathering, Sunday, December 9, 2018

September 28, 2018

Dear Friends and Artists, the PSNC board has decided to have the Holiday Gathering at the home of Luana Luconi Winner on Sunday, December 9th from 2pm to 5+. Please bring your favorite, delectable holiday plate to share. Plan to come even if you and multiple family members are on your way from another gathering or to another gathering. The more the merrier. We will send an email to the membership with address and directions closer to the date. In the meantime, put the date on your calendar!

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Informational Session: Pastel Artists in Italy

March 29, 2018

For more information, see the original post announcement.

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Festival in the Park, Danville, VA – May 18-20, 2018

March 28, 2018

You can’t celebrate spring in Danville without Festival in the Park. What began as a small community event in 1974 has since grown into a three-day family friendly festival. Held annually in May, the festival offers everything from arts and crafts to children’s activities and entertainment.

Eligibility Criteria
All work must be original in design and presented by the maker (original artist or craftsman). Items made from kits or manufactured items are not allowed. If your items are found to be manufactured, you will be asked to leave and will not receive a refund. This year, we are providing limited indoor space for Fine Arts Vendors. Please submit one photograph showing all items to be displayed. Do not send samples; they will not be returned. The application must be signed and fees must be paid in advance in order to participate (see entry form).

The deadline is April 4. Any questions, contact Briana Brill, brianaleebill@gmail.com.

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There will be no zoom presentation in July.

Shows / Workshops

6th Annual PURE COLOR: Online International Juried Exhibition of Pastel Paintings
Apply until August 1, 2022.

Two Upcoming PSNC Member Shows at Ambleside Gallery and the Imperial Arts Center
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Face to face meetings have been CANCELLED until further notice.

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