Weekend Workshop
Spring Landscapes in Pastel
With Teaching Artist Jane Gonzalez
Shake off the winter blues and immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of the season! This two-day workshop invites artists of all levels to capture the fleeting beauty of our Northwest growing season using the rich, expressive medium of soft pastels. Jane guides you through techniques for rendering the fresh energy of spring—from the joyful blossoms of a cottage garden to the budding greens of local treescapes.
Over the course of the workshop, you focus on the classic elements of our vernal landscape: the graceful structure of budding trees, picturesque scenery of awakening gardens, and brilliant pops of color from early flowers. By the end of the weekend, you’ll head home with two completed landscape studies and the confidence to keep creating your own pastel artwork. No prior experience is necessary—just your creativity and enthusiasm!
This workshop is for anyone looking for a mindful and creative art adventure, and those who want to learn the fundamentals of pastel drawing in a relaxed and supportive environment. Artists of all skill levels are welcome.
Shake off the winter blues and immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of the season! This two-day workshop invites artists of all levels to capture the fleeting beauty of our Northwest growing season using the rich, expressive medium of soft pastels. Jane guides you through techniques for rendering the fresh energy of spring—from the joyful blossoms of a cottage garden to the budding greens of local treescapes.
Over the course of the workshop, you focus on the classic elements of our vernal landscape: the graceful structure of budding trees, picturesque scenery of awakening gardens, and brilliant pops of color from early flowers. By the end of the weekend, you’ll head home with two completed landscape studies and the confidence to keep creating your own pastel artwork. No prior experience is necessary—just your creativity and enthusiasm!
With Teaching Artist Jane Gonzalez
Saturday, May 9, 10:30am–4:30pm, and Sunday, May 10, 10:30am–2:30pm
Workshop Tuition: $200 (+ tax) per student
This two-day workshop invites artists of all levels to capture the fleeting beauty of our Northwest spring season using the rich, expressive medium of soft pastels. With personalized guidance, you create two landscape studies and take away the techniques and confidence to keep creating your own pastel art.
Dates: Saturday, May 9, 10:30am–4:30pm, and Sunday, May 10, 10:30am–2:30pm
Location: Class meets at Willard Art & Frame
Tuition: $200 (+ tax) per student for each workshop
Class size is limited to 10 students age 16 and over to ensure individualized attention and a focused learning environment.
Ready to get started? Spaces are limited; to secure your spot today, please register at left.
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Questions? Please email Jane.
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Meet Your Instructor, Teaching Artist Jane Gonzalez
Jane Gonzalez is a classically trained pastel artist and oil painter who specializes in creating captivating landscapes in pastel. She studied under Juliet Aristides at Gage Academy’s Classical Atelier, the University of Washington’s Natural Science Illustration program and numerous classes and workshops with highly regarded local artists. She’s a member of the Northwest Pastel Society and the Northwest Watercolor Society, and a freelance artist and jewelry designer.
Jane is looking forward to working with you to guide you in creating your own beautiful pastel landscape painting!
All images on this page appear courtesy of Jane Gonzalez.