western slope meetings
We have two groups of artists that meet regularly, one on the Front Range (Denver) and one on the Western Slope (Grand Junction). Both share friendships, information on pastel supplies, demos, and methods to promote sales.
Upcoming Meetings in Grand Junction, CO
The West Slope Pastelists meet the months of September through May. Meetings are not held during the summer months of June, July and September.
The meetings are typically held on the third Saturday of the month except in December when we hold a holiday party earlier in the month. A short business meeting begins at 1:00pm, followed by a demo or educational activity, and concludes around 3pm. We meet at the Bray Education Center at 640 Belford Avenue in Grand Junction.
For additional information please contact Claudia Crowell at Crowell.claudia@gmail.com. We hope to see you at our meetings!
DATE: Saturday, May 9th, 2026
TIME: 10:00 AM Coffee & Conversation
10:30 Meeting & Announcement
11:00 Demonstration
LOCATION: Wheat Ridge Center for Music and the Arts, 7530 West 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge
DEMO ARTIST: SARAH ST. GEORGE
Sarah St. George is a Master Signature Member of the Pastel Society of Colorado. She also holds signature status with both the Pastel Society of America and the Pastel Society of New Mexico, and is a Master Circle Pastelist with the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS). In addition, she is a member of Plein Air Artists of Colorado and the American Impressionist Society.
Sarah has served on the PSC board, playing a key role in developing the PSC Online Show, and served as its co-chair for many years. Her work has been exhibited in shows and exhibitions across the United States, and her paintings have earned awards in international competitions.
In her upcoming demonstration, Sarah explores the art of capturing water in pastel—one of her favorite yet most challenging subjects. Water can be calm or turbulent, rippling or cascading, reflective or transparent. How does one truly capture its essence? Throughout her artistic career, Sarah has been deeply engaged in uncovering the nuances of painting water, and she will share her insights and techniques for approaching this complex subject.
Website: sarahstgeorge.com
2026 PSC Board Meetings
Finance Committee (2nd Wednesday of the month)
7:00pm; 1/14, 3/11, 5/13, 9/9, 11/11.
Board Meeting (Wednesday following Finance Committee Meetings)
7:00pm; 1/21, 3/18, 5/20, 9/16, 11/18.
Zoom link for all 2026 Board Meetings:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7028846325?pwd=dlVBZlJTTUtNbTV4dVNqaG1VcjA4dz09&omn=82694580919