Pastel society of australia

Originating in Northern Italy in the 16th century, it was produced from pure powdered pigments mixed with enough gum Arabic, fish or animal glue to bind them.
Initially, pastel was only available in red, black and white − a far cry from today.

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What is the Australian pastel Expo?

The Australian Pastel Expo is the nation's only event for pastel enthusiasts with four huge days of workshops, demonstrations, plein air painting, special events and more

“I feel excited and enthusiastic about taking my art to a new level

” MH "“Exciting being surrounded by so many passionate pastelists!" SM

What is the pastel Academy?

Heather is a great instructor!’ ‘The Pastel Academy and its forums are a goldmine of friendly teaching and information for anybody serious about pastel art; and I believe would benefit greatly those who work in any medium

’ Having been a Charter member of the Pastel Academy, I am absolutely amazed at how much have learnt already

Who is the Pastel Society of Australia?

The Pastel Society of Australia welcomes pastels artists of all ability ranges to share the joy of pastel painting

Call us or apply online

British diplomat and politician (1751–1814)

Gilbert Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound, 1st Earl of Minto,, known as Sir Gilbert Elliott, 4th Baronet until 1797, and the Lord Minto from 1797 to 1814, was a British diplomat and politician who sat in the House of Commons between 1776 and 1795.
He was viceroy of the short-lived Anglo-Corsican Kingdom from 1793 to 1796 and went on to become Governor-General of India between July 1807 and 1813.

Manually applying colour to black-and-white photographs

Hand-colouring refers to any method of manually adding colour to a monochrome photograph, generally either to heighten the realism of the image or for artistic purposes.
Hand-colouring is also known as hand painting or overpainting.

John White was a South Australian painter and pharmacist.

Pastel society of australia

What is the Australian pastel Expo?

What is the pastel Academy?

Who is the Pastel Society of Australia?

Hand-colouring refers to any method of manually