Guest Speaker & Demonstration Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) (Fall 2015)

Invited to demonstrate and lecture.

Sponsored by the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS), this event will be held in Tucson, Arizona at the TPS Art Center. It is open to the general public and members of the guild. Admission is at no charge.

A New Approach to Color

Painting can be lots of fun; however, working with color is highly complex, with many elements to consider. Have you even introduced a new color in your artwork only to discover that something else is suddenly out of whack?

Let’s try a new approach, choosing colors in the context of relationships rather than in isolation. Packed with excellent tips and lots of information, Christy Olsen will demonstrate her painting techniques and cover all of the basics needed to create a successful painting using the pastel medium.

Italian Crystal. 16x24. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

Date & Time

September 5, 2015 (2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

Location

TPS Art Center
2447 N. Los Altos Ave. Tucson, Arizona 85705

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Art from the Heart (Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2014)

Original pastels will be exhibited and sold in Murphey Gallery. All proceeds directly support non-profit art charities.

Lincoln Memorial at Sunset. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less. The following original was donated to the charity art sale.

Cottonwood. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Donation for charity.

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Dates

December 1, 2014 - January 5, 2015

Artist's Opening Reception

December 10, 2014 (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Located in the heart of Tucson, Arizona, the Tucson Botanical Gardens is dedicated to horticultural and ecological education, with 16 gardens representing a variety of gardening traditions and botanical themes.

Education Center at Tucson Botanical Gardens

Location

Education Center at Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712

Hours

Daily (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 324-0166

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TPS Holiday Show (Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Artwork will be in this show!

Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) presents a group showing of fine art and sale. All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large and priced for sale.

Jug with Roses. 12x16. Pastel on board by Christy Olsen

Group Exhibition & Art Sale

The event is open to the general public. Admission is at no charge.

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Dates

December 8, 2013 - January 2, 2014

Artist's Reception

December 8, 2013 (12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Murphey Gallery is located on the grounds of Saint Philip's Episcopal Church in the Foothills of Tucson, Arizona. Visit the gardens or see Koi pond. Follow the beautiful columns in the architecture to the gallery entrance.

Murphey Gallery
On the St. Philip's Episcopal Church grounds in the Foothills

Murphey Gallery gardens and Koi pond

Location

Murphey Gallery
4440 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85718
Located on the grounds of Saint Philip's Episcopal Church in the Foothills.

Hours

Sundays (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421

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Art from the Heart in Crizmac Gallery(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Original pastels will be exhibited and sold in Murphey Gallery. All proceeds directly support non-profit art charities.

Cottage with Blue Windows. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less. The following original was donated to the charity art sale.

Cactus Study. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Donation for charity.

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Dates

December 5 - December 22, 2013

Artist's Opening Reception

December 15, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

Artist's Closing Reception

December 22, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Located in the heart of Tucson, Arizona, Crizmac Art & Cultural Center provides resources for art teachers and their classrooms. 

The establishment includes a gallery. store, and classroom. The gallery is open during its regular business hours.

Location

Crizmac Art & Cultural Center
1642 N. Alvernon Way. Tucson, Arizona 85712

Hours

Daily (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421

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The Event

Both paintings were SOLD during this event.

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Guest Speaker & Demonstration Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) (Fall 2013)

Invited to demonstrate and lecture.

Sponsored by the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS), this event will be held in the classroom at St.James United Methodis Church in Tucson, Arizona. It is open to the general public and members of the guild. Admission is at no charge.

Art Marketing in the 21st Century

The art market has been turned upside down in the past decades by the rise of the digital age. Explore past, present, and future art market trends. Learn how to sell your work online and the basics of what you need to be successful. No prior computer experience is required.

Elephant. 8x10. Pastel sketch on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

Date & Time

November 13, 2013 (2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

Location

Classroom at St.James United Methodis Church
3255 N Campbell Ave. #2304, Tucson, AZ 85719

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Art from the Heart(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2011)

Will be in this Show!

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. All proceeds directly support other non-profit, local art charities selected by the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS). The art guild members will also exhibit and sell original pastels in Design Classic Gallery.

Oranges. 5x7. Pastel on paper by Christy Olsen. Donation for charity.

Three's a Crowd. 8x10. Pastel on sanded board by Christy Olsen. Donation for charity.

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less.

Dates

Dec. 2 - Dec. 31, 2011

Artist's Reception

Dec. 3, 2011 (5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Design Classic Center Gallery is located on the grounds Casa Blanca Plaza in the Foothills of Tucson, Arizona.

Location

Design Classic Center
Casa Blanca Plaza 6026 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
Located on the grounds of Saint Philip's Episcopal Church in the Foothills.

Hours

Weekly (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421

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