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VPS Newsletter – April 2025

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on April 25, 2025 by John LandyApril 25, 2025

VPS Newsletter April 2025 HAPPY SPRING! Keep staying “Art Strong”!! Winter has finally given up except for a few fits and starts, it’s off and running into spring and beyond.  Our VPS calendar is moving right along with our Member … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter – January 2025

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on January 9, 2025 by John LandyJanuary 9, 2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2024 provided VPS with 3 great Workshops, a Member Exhibition, and a Juried Show. 2025 is shaping up to be another dynamic year with more to picque our artistic talents. And…WOW! Is VPS talented! As I see … Continue reading →

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VPS-Newsletter July 2024

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on July 6, 2024 by John LandyJuly 6, 2024

QUARTERLY QUOTE  I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way—things I had no words for. Georgia O’Keeffe Summer is officially here, and outdoor painting opportunities are plentiful. Hub activities are surging. … Continue reading →

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VPS-Newsletter April 2024

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on April 1, 2024 by John LandyApril 1, 2024

QUARTERLY QUOTE  Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once (they) grow up. Pablo Picasso Despite the new thick blanket of snow making us doubt it, Spring has officially begun. Hopefully our metaphoric budding … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter January 2024

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on January 1, 2024 by John LandyJanuary 1, 2024

VPS-Newsletter January 2024  QUARTERLY QUOTE  If you get tired, learn to rest, not quit. Banksy A new year has dawned, and with every new year can come resolutions for doing new things, whether starting a new pastel, or painting in … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter – October 2023

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on October 8, 2023 by John LandyOctober 8, 2023

QUARTERLY QUOTE  Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. Pablo Picasso We are anticipating a great reception for our Juried Show this Friday, October 6. The Members’ Exhibition “People’s Choice Award” will be decided soon. Hub … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter – July 2023

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on July 5, 2023 by John LandyJuly 5, 2023

VPS Newsletter July 2023  QUARTERLY QUOTE  An artist is not paid for their labor but for their vision. James Whistler We had a fabulous reception for our Members’ Exhibition at Park McCullough House Hub activities have continued throughout spring into … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter April 2023

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on March 28, 2023 by John LandyMarch 28, 2023

QUARTERLY QUOTE  Art wasn’t supposed to look nice; it was supposed to make you feel something. Rainbow Rowell Most VT communities have low CoViD infection rates, and with warmer weather in sight, VPS artists are getting together in person again. … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter January 2023

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on January 3, 2023 by John LandyJanuary 3, 2023

QUARTERLY QUOTE  A picture is a poem without words. Horace The CoViD variants haven’t left us, so with winter upon us, we may need to mask up again, and/or we may need to use Zoom for meetings, especially with some … Continue reading →

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VPS Newsletter October 2022

Vermont Pastel Society Posted on October 3, 2022 by John LandyOctober 3, 2022

QUARTERLY QUOTE  Art is the only serious thing in the world. And the artist is the only person who is never serious. Oscar Wilde The CoViD Omicron variant continues to pester us, and now with cooler weather calling us indoors … Continue reading →

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About The Vermont Pastel Society

The Vermont Pastel Society (VPS) is an all-volunteer organization founded in 1999. The purpose of VPS is to build and strengthen connections among pastel artists. VPS has about 100 members and is open to all levels of pastel artists. Artists using both oil and soft pastels are welcome to join.

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