The Adirondack Pastel Society was established in 2008 and is open to any artist working in the medium of soft pastel and to any person or organization wishing to promote participation in the medium. APS provides exhibiting opportunities for pastel artists and works to educate and encourage students and professionals in the medium through workshops, demonstrations and interaction among its members. APS is a member of the International Association of Pastel Societies.
Membership dues are $25 – $30 per annum. Please click on “Application” for more details.
The Adirondack Pastel Society (APS) centers its shows around the Glens Falls, NY area, and exhibits in the Shirt Factory Gallery, the Crandall Library, and in many other locations in the area. See our “Events” page for more information.
Board and Committee Members, 2024
Board: Lise Fuller, Beverly Saunders, Dave Francis, Ronnie Benware, Diane Leifheit, Joanne Quinlivan, Mark Grasso, Matt Kestner, Catherine LaPointe Vollmer
Committees:
National Show: Dave Francis, Corey Pitkin, Ronnie Benware (Awards), Mark Grasso
Wiawaka Plein Air Day: Lise Fuller, Scot Tyler
Community Day at the Hyde: Janine Gibson, Matt Kestner
Annual Membership Show at Crandall Library: Lise Fuller, Joann Quinlivan, Bev Saunders
Exhibit Venue Committee: Joann Quinlivan
Group Drawing Committee: Mark Grasso
Workshop Committee: Corey Pitkin, Matt Kestner
Marketing Committee: Bev Saunders, Catherine LaPointe Vollmer (website)
Corey Pitkin Portrait Workshop 2016
Alain Picard Workshop 2018
