Pastel Artists of Oregon

10/17/2026

Don't Miss Out: 2 Days Left to Paint for -

10/10/2026

Get Ready! PAO PWYA Starts Tomorrow, October 11th! -

09/07/2026

September 12th General Membership Mtg with Tobi Clement Demonstration -

contrast.  Over time, her system of selecting colors becomes easier and more intuitive, and frustrating color mistakes occur less often, allowing for a more harmonious and relaxed painting experience.  She will demonstrate her colors story and her unique approach to using brushes in her work. 

09/06/2026

Last chance to sign up for the three day workshop beginning this Wed, Sept 9 through Sept 11th from 10-4pm taught by Mark Ivan Cole! It will be held at the Woodburn Art Center in Woodburn, Or. Please refer to the Pastel Artist of Oregon site and click on events to sign up!

09/06/2026

Mark your calendars for this coming Saturday, Sept 12th from 10am-12pm for the Members Only Meeting. Zoom links will come out as the meeting date nears. There will be a pastel demo by Tobi Clement, who is known for her vibrant Southwest sky paintings. The demo will start at 10 and the meeting will be at 11.

08/31/2026

Don't forget that this Sat, Sept 5 is the Pastel Inspirations reception at Art of Presence in Jacksonville, Or . Come and support the PAO members whose paintings were accepted from 1-3 pm!

08/26/2026

Correction/September 12th General Membership Mtg with Tobi Clement Demonstration -

contrast.  Over time, her system of selecting colors becomes easier and more intuitive, and frustrating color mistakes occur less often, allowing for a more harmonious and relaxed painting experience.  She will demonstrate her colors story and her unique approach to using brushes in her work. 

08/21/2026

Steve Hill, pastelist, will give a two day workshop in Joseph, Oregon on Sept 10 and 11. Check the details in the link!

Join Award Winning Plein Air Painter, Steven R Hill for a two day instructional workshop in the beautiful Wallowa Valley at The Josephy Center for Arts and Culture, Joseph Oregon. This workshop is scheduled right before the Plein Air Competition begins for the Wallowa Valley Arts Festival.

05/27/2026

Don't forget to submit your paintings for the Pastel Inspirations Regional Art Exhibit ! You have until June 15! A non juried and excellent opportunity to display your artwork in the Art Presence Center in Jacksonville. See prospectus at

Pastel Artists of Oregon Pastel Artists of Oregon (PAO) is a member of the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS), a prestigious organization that promotes the fine art of pastel worldwide. PAO is registered with the State of Oregon and the Federal Government as a 501(c)(3) not-for-pro...