I enjoyed sharing my artwork, and demonstrating the pastel medium during last weekend's 'Art in the Square' outdoor arts and crafts festival. Many thanks to Longwood Art Gallery for inviting me to do this demonstration!
It was an unusually chilly day, and I definitely felt in touch with the elements as I set my easel and pastels up on the sidewalk outside the gallery! My experience with outdoor painting, and appropriate gear and attire sure came in handy- I was grateful for my windproof pants, vest, and jacket, topped off with a ski cap. I sure hadn't expected to need all these layers in late April in Chester County! I
enjoyed talking with passers-by about pastels, art in general, and my
in-progress painting, and sense that people were excited about the beauty of the
medium. In between talking with interesting people, and rubbing my hands to stay warm, I managed to nearly complete a pastel of a stream close to home. I also appreciated the kind and positive feedback from people about my work. All in all, it was a wonderful day, taking my art out in to the world!
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