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Kim Long

In 2015 I was inspired with the pastel medium. This began a whole new chapter for my future as a pastel artist. As a young child I had a passion for drawing and creating things. People would request me to paint on wood, gourds, slate, glass jars, ceramics etc.. I was always busy making and selling art work for people and local stores. After retiring my husband and I moved to Southport, NC November of 2017. I joined North Carolina Pastel Societies and met other artist who loved working with pastels. During this time I’ve been taking multiple workshops with master pastelist, reading stacks of pastel journals, studying books and DVD’s from prominent artists. Doing photo shots and setting up still life props. I’ve developed an instinctual appreciation, passion, and love for the world I live in. The child artist in me began to express those feelings and ideas on art paper. In the last five years I have received local, statewide, national, and international awards. I have learned how to frame my own art work as well. The Art world doesn’t stop at the easel, it’s experimenting with different tools, learning compositions, lighting, sales, and technology.

I invite you to check out my Facebook page and Instagram.

click on the thumbnail pictures below to see the full painting

Sun Kissed
Earth’s Bounty
Coffee and Tea Cafe

Upcoming Zoom Presentations for 2023

Programs are on the second Saturday of each month, usually from 10am to noon (US Eastern Time).

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Shows / Workshops

7th Annual PURE COLOR: Online International Juried Exhibition of Pastel Paintings 2023

Online Show Opens September 1st
Pure Color 2023 Virtual Reception: video of winner announcements

Light Up Your Still Life with Pan Pastels - Pastel Mini-Workshop

Join award-winning artist, Laurie Basham, in a 3-hour mini-workshop on Saturday, September 9th (1-4pm) where she will share her floral painting process. $50
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Recent News / Announcements

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Albert Handell Raleigh Workshop, April 2024

Diff Whitmore wins first place in “Paint it Orange Plein Air Paint Out”

17: An Autumn Art Exhibition at Centerpiece Gallery

Member Spotlight, Toni Lindahl

In Memoriam: Betty Hendrix

“Tiny Summer Sunsets” Paint-Along with Rita Kirkman on Zoom

Member Spotlight, Janet Burgess

“Layering the Light” Pastel Workshop, with Rita Kirkman

Member Spotlight, Betty Hendrix

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