Making Connections
Emotional involvement in a subject is the fuel behind Claire Miller Hopkins' powerful portraits.
By Anne Hevener

Dialogue: Bill Hosner
This artist works outdoors, where he strives to capture the vitality of a live model and the changing elements.
By Anne Hevener

Color Distilled From Life
In a "tour" of Joan Mitchell's works on paper, you'll find pastels filled with emotion, color and abundant energy.
By Margaret Mathews-Berenson with Jimmy Wright

Reality Show
Clive R. Tyler goes deep into nature to catch the life—and often the wildlife—of the western landscape.
By Tom Zeit

The Eyes Have It
A portrait painter's tips for getting the eyes right, so your painting will come alive.
By William Schneider

Product Spotlight
Pots & Pans
Want to try something completely new? A new pastel in a pan format opens up a multitude of possibilities.
By Deborah Secor


Columns
Art Matters
A chat with Pastel Society of America Hall of Famer Sally Strand, plus a new idea to rev up your creativity!
Edited by Jessica Canterbury

Product Page
Our round-up of new pastel sets will inspire a new year of painting!
By Jessica Canterbury

Pastel Pointers
If you've hit a creative slump, don't despair. Just "keep swinging" with one of these seven creative kick-starts.
By Richard McKinley

Artist's Viewpoint
Go beyond mechanics by developing a distinct and personal artistic expression.
By Margot Schulzke

Painting Spot
Discover magic amidst the mountains of Montana.
By Lorenzo Chavez