The purpose of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, founded in 1985, is to promote the historic pastel medium.

We offer information about:
the Pastel Medium

And opportunities through:
Pastels Only Exhibitions in International Open & Membership Shows
Demonstrations by Recognized Pastel Artists.

As a member, you will -
Download an e-newsletter 3 times a year for Pastel Artists
Be invited to enter the annual Membership Show
Have interactive access to the PSWC members’ blog

All Pastelists are invited to join the PSWC.

Announcements

NEW PASTELS USA 2009 GALLERY now online.

DEADLINE for submissions for the WINTER Newsletter: Jan.1, 2010
For membership news email Member News Editor
Articles and letters to the editor email your submissions to the Newsletter Editor

The FALL Newsletter is now available for download. Go to the Newsletter page for PDF download information. Past newsletters are available in the archives on the Newsletter page.

Welcome to the PSWC Blog. This artists' community blog is for registered members to get together to 'talk' about pastels, their art and technique. You will need the password to get into the blog.

Membership

The website password for the Blog and Newsletter will be changed effective January 1st 2010. In order to receive your new password please renew before January 1st.

2010 Membership Fees due January 1, 2010.
$30./yr. for Associate Members
$35./yr. for Signature Members

Make checks payable to PSWC
Download & Print the PSWC Membership Form (122k pdf)

Mail to:
Tegwin Matenaer, PSWC Membership Chair
PO Box 992538, Redding, CA 96099-2538