Pastel Journal Summer 2024

Pastel Journal Summer 2024 invites readers to explore nature as a source of artistic inspiration. This digital issue is available as an instant PDF download for pastel artists, art students, and anyone drawn to the beauty of the natural world.

Issue No. 146 brings together contemporary pastel painters, practical technique articles, and a tribute to a beloved figure in the pastel community. The magazine is published quarterly by Golden Peak Media and can be read immediately after purchase on compatible devices.

Book Overview: Pastel Journal Summer 2024

Pastel Journal Summer 2024 celebrates the connection between art and the living world. Feature stories highlight Patricia Lindley’s large paintings of Arctic waters, Cheryl Browder’s luminous cloud-filled skies, Tanya Avchinnikova’s dramatic British coastal scenes, and Susan Kuznitsky’s vibrant garden-inspired compositions.

This issue also includes Flight School, a multi-artist showcase of avian art by Roberta Condon, Nicola Reif, Cindy House, Lisa Gleim, Catherine Lidden, and Rita Kirkman. In Anatomy of a Painting, Jerry N. Weiss examines Jean-François Millet’s First Steps, and the magazine remembers Terry Ludwig, founder of Terry Ludwig Pastels, who passed away on February 20, 2024.

Intended for practicing artists and art lovers, the issue balances instruction, inspiration, and historical perspective in a single downloadable PDF.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Patricia Lindley’s exhibition of large pastel paintings inspired by Arctic waters.
• Cheryl Browder’s serene, cotton-candy-colored skyscapes.
• Tanya Avchinnikova’s pastel seascapes capturing the drama of the British coast.
• Susan Kuznitsky’s paintings that blend color, light, and emotion in nature.
• Six artists share their approaches to painting birds in Flight School.
• Gold leaf techniques and 15 tips for painting coastal dunes.
• A tribute to Terry Ludwig and an analysis of Millet’s First Steps.

Why This Book Matters

Pastel Journal has long served as a resource for the international pastel community. This issue documents a moment in contemporary pastel art while honoring the legacy of Terry Ludwig, whose handcrafted pastels earned the respect and appreciation of artists around the world.

The mix of studio practice, artistic profiles, and historical analysis gives readers a broad view of pastel painting today. For artists, it offers practical guidance and a record of how nature continues to shape creative work.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. After purchase, the PDF is available immediately from your account.

The file can be opened with compatible PDF readers and reading apps, including appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile phones. Use a device that supports PDF viewing for the best experience.

FAQ

How soon will I receive the magazine? The PDF download is available immediately after purchase.

Will I receive a physical copy? No. This is a digital-only publication, and no printed magazine will be shipped.

What devices can I use? The PDF works with compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktops, and mobile reading devices.

Download Pastel Journal Summer 2024 and explore the many ways pastel artists find inspiration in nature.