Pastel Classes !
Sponsored by the South Bend Museum of Art.
Session Dates/Registration will be posted on the SBMA website: southbendart.org
Spring 2026:
Landscapes in Soft Pastels for Beginners
Dates: March 17– April 21
Time: Tuesdays 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Ages 19 and up
The luminosity, portability, and immediacy of working in soft pastel will become your new joy. Step-by-step instruction using landscape images develops technique, composition, and color use for those who are new to the pastel medium. This class is taught by award-winning pastel artist Catherine McCormick, president of Northern Indiana Pastel Society. Beginners will meet experienced pastel artists who will be working in another area of the studio. A warm, welcoming atmosphere is emphasized.
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Continuing Landscapes in Soft Pastels
Dates: March 17– April 21
Time: Tuesdays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ages: Ages 19 and up
This is an intermediate to advanced class for those experienced in the medium of soft pastels. Each week will consist of a new topic of discussion, demo, or quick exercise. Participants should have a good understanding of the medium and be open to trying new methods such as working from a still life, creating a spring landscape, as well as learning about historical and contemporary pastelists and their approach. Students will be provided ample time to work on their own projects with plenty of individual attention and group discussions in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Other Creative Opportunities Offered by
Northern Indiana Pastel Society Members:
• Pinhook Community Center Fridays, 10 am–Noon
2801 Riverside Drive, South Bend, IN 46616
Drop In Sessions led by Cathy McCormick. Contact Cathy at Camccorm@aol.com for information.
2801 Riverside Drive, South Bend, IN 46616
Drop In Sessions led by Cathy McCormick. Contact Cathy at Camccorm@aol.com for information.
• Bob Williams hosts open figure drawing at the Box Factory,
St. Joseph, Mich.
St. Joseph, Mich.
• Mary Ann Pals gives workshops at Chesterton Art Center,
Chesterton, Ind.
Chesterton, Ind.