 'Riverside Triptych II' by Patricia Cain. New Pastel Society Member Patricia Cain is curating an exhibition entitled 'BUILT' to be held at the Mall Galleries from 24th June until 6th July. Also exhibiting is Honorary Pastel Society Member Anthony Eyton RA, Hon. ROI. Artists involved in this exhibition have all been 'Artist in Residence' on major public building works over recent years. The Olympic Stadium, Tate Modern, Eden Project, Art and Design Academy in Liverpool and Glasgow's new Riverside Museum have all had Artists on site to observe and respond to the construction process. |
The Pastel Society is a registered charity, widely recognised for its success in promoting and encouraging the use of
pastel within the contemporary art world.
The Society was founded in 1898, and the first exhibition held in the Royal Institute in Piccadilly. Founder members and
early exhibitors included Brangwyn, Degas, Rodin, Rothenstein, Whistler and G.F. Watts.
There are currently over fifty-five Members who are professional artists living and working in this country and overseas.
Membership is granted through a strict assessment of technical skill, originality, innovation and enthusiasm.
The Society pursues its aims through education and example. It is currently responsible for organising exhibitions,
tutorial workshops, demonstrations and lectures throughout the UK.
The Society's major showcase is the Annual Exhibition held at the prestigious Mall Galleries in London. This is open to
entries from both Members and non-members. Awards are made to works of particular note. Workshops and
demonstrations are also provided throughout the duration of the exhibition.
Telephone: 020 7930 6844
www.mallgalleries.org.uk
Monday 10th June until Saturday 22nd June 2013. |
The Pastel Society would like to welcome the following new Members:- |
ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION CONDITIONS FOR ENTRY
Maximum of six works submitted. Maximum of four works selected.
Acceptable media: Pastels, including oil pastels, charcoal, pencil, conté, sanguine, or any dry media.
All works must be framed. Metal frames are inadmissible. We cannot receive pictures taller than 2.4m (8ft),
please call in advance if your work exceeds this.
All works must be for sale. Minimum price: £300.
Registration packs and the new ONLINE REGISTRATION details are available from the Mall Galleries
They can also be downloaded from here [download]
Please note that as from January 2011 the price for submission will be increased to £12 per work
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