We are a supportive and passionate group of artists.  – both experienced and beginners are welcome. If you have never tried pastels before, please come along to our monthly meeting and demonstration.  Our members are always keen to introduce visitors to pastels.

Kaleidoscope exhibition 

'Kaleidoscope' is a celebration of light and colour by artists of the Coromandel Anglican Parish and the Pastel Artists of South Australia, and showcases a variety of art mediums, techniques and subjects.

This beautiful joint exhibition continues until the end of January 2026 with a short closure over the Christmas period.  If you have not yet had a chance to visit the exhibition there is still time to buy any last minute Christmas gifts.

You are welcome to view the exhibits at Gallery 20, (Kruse Legal Offices, 20 Coromandel Pde, Blackwood).

Workshop news

Our final workshop for 2025 was held on a cool weekend in November in Mt Pleasant.  Internationally renowned pastel artist Dawn Emerson was full of energy as she shared her innovative techniques and provided many opportunities to trial new and varied ways of working.  Workshop attendees were provided with extensive support as Dawn generously shared her experience and ideas.  The end results were colourful, vibrant and full of creativity. 

Our workshop program for 2026 is currently being finalised and will be shared as soon as possible.  If you have never considered doing a workshop before, you will find a 2 day break to focus on your painting is a joy.  Member rates apply and PASA keeps prices as low as possible, just covering costs.  Your committee looks forward to providing members with more of these great learning opportunities next year.

2026 program - seeking your input

As we draw to the end of 2025, your committee is planning workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and activities for 2026.  If you are interested in teaching yourself, know someone who might be prepared to share their experience and skills with others or have ideas for PASA, please speak to our President - Jill McDonald at our next meeting or by email (president@pastelartistsofsouthaustralia.org)  

This Saturday 13th December there is no PASA meeting at the Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre.

Members will be enjoying each others company at a Christmas lunch.

The first meeting for 2026 and AGM will be held on Saturday 14th February 2026.  All welcome.

2026 is also PASA's 25 year celebration with many exhibitions and activities planned.

PASA wishes everyone a safe and happy festive season.

Jill McDonald

PASA President

PASA - established 2001

 

We have added 3 new videos for you to watch. 

Check out the Members Only Area.

Robin Hicks, Lesley Jorgensen and Tori Wade demonstrations.