Pastel Journal Spring 2022: The 23rd Annual Pastel 100

Welcome to the special Spring 2022 edition of Pastel Journal, the issue devoted to the 23rd Annual Pastel 100 competition. This digital edition is delivered as a PDF download, giving you instant access after purchase.

Inside these 100 pages, you will find the winning paintings, juror commentary, and artist profiles that make the Pastel 100 one of the most anticipated events in pastel art.

Book Overview

Pastel Journal Spring 2022 celebrates the 23rd Annual Pastel 100, a juried competition showcasing outstanding work in pastel painting. The issue spotlights major award winners including Marcia Holmes, Barbara Jaenicke, Robin Frisella, Melissa Breault, and Jody Martin. It also presents category winners and honorable mentions in five categories: Landscape & Interior, Portrait & Figure, Abstract & Non-Objective, Still Life & Floral, and Animal & Wildlife.

Alongside the competition coverage, the magazine includes regular columns such as 5-Minute Coach, Anatomy of a Painting, and The Spark. Published by Golden Peak Media, this issue records the artistic excellence recognized in 2022.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• An introduction to the 23rd Annual Pastel 100 jurors and their views on what creates prizewinning art
• Profiles of the Founder’s Award, Award of Excellence, Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners
• Category winners and honorable mentions in five painting categories
• Career advice from artist advocate Caroll Michels on finding gallery representation beyond your local market
• Painting demonstrations and creative insights in columns like Anatomy of a Painting and The Spark
• A look ahead to the 24th Annual Pastel 100 and the 12th Annual Artistic Excellence competition

Why This Book Matters

The Pastel 100 special issue is a valuable reference for pastel artists, art students, and collectors. It preserves the work of 100 contemporary pastel artists in a single volume and offers a clear sense of what jurors value in composition, color, and technique.

As the 23rd edition of the Pastel 100, this issue also forms part of the competition’s ongoing history and demonstrates the range and vitality of pastel painting today.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical copy will be shipped. After purchase, you can access the PDF immediately on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or compatible reading app.

It works with most PDF readers, including Kindle apps, desktop software, and mobile reading applications.

FAQ

How will I receive the issue?
You can download the PDF right after purchase. There is no waiting period and no physical delivery.

Can I read it on my tablet or e-reader?
Yes, the PDF is compatible with Kindle apps, tablets, smartphones, and desktop PDF readers.

Is this a printed magazine?
No, this is the digital edition. No print copy will be mailed to you.

Enjoy the inspiration of the Pastel 100 whenever and wherever you like.