Bold Variations
By Sarah A. Strickley
In the first of our 10th Anniversary "Artist Interview Series" installments, we chat with Jimmy Wright about his latest encounters with the still mesmerizing sunflower.

Sacred Silence
By Deborah Secor
Elizabeth Mowry, the second painter in our "Artist Interview Series," talks about her current experience with pastels, landscape painting, and how her creative goals have evolved.

Regal Resonance
By Ken Gofton
British artist and Royal Academician Anthony Eyton, who finds inspiration in a variety of subjects, turns his artist's eye to everything from portraits, to botanical gardens, to abandoned power plants.

The Pastel Royals
By Ken Gofton
Four members of Britain's Royal Academy also share the distinction of honorary status in the Pastel Society UK, making them the "crown jewels" of England's pastel scene.

Cosmos of Pattern
By Tamera Lenz Muente
Rick Stevens' abstracted landscapes burst with colorful patterns that mimic the naturally occurring patterns of the land.

Columns
Art Matters
By Jessica Canterbury
Find out where pastels and pigs meet, celebrate Old Masters, and discover new online videos.

Pastel Pointers
By Richard McKinley
When a photograph must be your reference, use your tools to make sure it captures the live experience as much as possible.

Artist's Viewpoint
By Margot Schulzke
When it comes to the use of black and white in painting, there are some gray areas.

Studio Smarts
By Deborah Secor
Discover a few illuminating tips for creating a well-lit studio.

Creative Spark
By Jimmy Wright
Sharpen your descriptive powers by returning to a subject you know for reinterpretation.