Pastel Journal Spring 2025

The Spring 2025 issue of Pastel Journal is here, celebrating the 26th Annual Pastel 100 competition. This special edition showcases 100 exceptional works of pastel art, from category winners to honorable mentions, and offers a close look at what makes a painting memorable.

This digital edition of Pastel Journal is available as an instant PDF download. Whether you are a practicing pastel artist or an admirer of the medium, this issue brings together inspiration, competition highlights, and practical coaching.

Book Overview

Pastel Journal is a quarterly publication devoted to pastel painting, and this Spring 2025 issue is a dedicated awards showcase. It features the winners of the 26th Annual Pastel 100, including Barbara Jaenicke, who received the Pastel Journal Founders Award, and Jinghan Wu, who earned the Pastel Journal Award of Excellence.

The issue also includes thoughtful commentary from the five competition jurors, who explain the standout qualities that elevate a pastel painting. Alongside the winner profiles, readers will find articles on technique, art history, and the creative process.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The complete showcase of the 26th Annual Pastel 100 winners and honorable mentions.
• Juror commentary on the qualities that make a pastel painting memorable.
• Profiles of top award winners, including Barbara Jaenicke, Jinghan Wu, John Plishka, Steph Mouw, and Loriann Signori.
• A seven-step guided painting journey by artist Laura Pollak.
• An exploration of Joseph Pennell’s pastel cityscape drawings of New York.
• Coverage of a Getty Museum exhibition on 19th-century Alpine art and the role of pastel.

Why This Book Matters

The Pastel 100 is one of the most significant annual competitions for pastel artists, and this issue documents its full range of achievement. It gives recognition to both established and emerging artists and provides readers with a broad view of contemporary pastel painting.

Beyond the competition, the magazine connects pastel practice to art history through features on artists such as Giovanni Segantini and Joseph Pennell. For artists, this issue offers both inspiration and practical guidance that can be applied to their own work.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase, and the PDF can be viewed on a wide range of devices.

It works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most PDF reading software. The file is designed for convenient reading and reference on screen.

FAQ

How do I get access to this issue?
After purchase, the PDF file is available for instant download from your account.

Is a physical copy shipped?
No, this is a digital product. No printed magazine or physical shipment is included.

What devices can I use to read it?
The PDF can be opened on compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, smartphones, and other devices that support PDF reading.

Enjoy this special awards issue and discover the breadth of contemporary pastel art.