GWENNETH
BARTH-WHITE
American-born Swiss international artist Gwenneth Barth-White is a Maître Pastelliste and Vice-President of the 150-year-old Société des Pastellistes de France; she's a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the IAPS Master Circle. Her work has been exhibited in Geneva, Gstaad, New York, Toronto, Paris, and in many French and American venues.
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“I’m very honoured to have a chance to be part of Australian Pastel Expo. I’ve always been intrigued by the outstanding artists in this country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to consolidate the world-wide network of pastel artists. Exploring the myriad of possibilities in artistic expression has always been a siren’s call for me. Finding a creative diluted ground for the juxtaposition of pastel…how exciting! Working on a rough surface? Or with strong colour, or just a whisper? Maybe just a simple drawing is enough, but how about a wonderful, rich, unctuous painting? All of this is endlessly inspiring.
The human figure still remains my main inspiration: the expressions and moods encompassed in a human presence. How a person relates to existence...this catches me in a place where I simply have to react. I think that attendees can make the most of the Expo experience by putting all prior knowledge and judgement aside, in order to fully explore and absorb what is offered."
Where to find Gwenneth...
GWENNETH
BARTH-WHITE
American-born Swiss international artist Gwenneth Barth-White is a Maître Pastelliste and Vice-President of the 150-year-old Société des Pastellistes de France; she's a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the IAPS Master Circle. Her work has been exhibited in Geneva, Gstaad, New York, Toronto, Paris, and in many French and American venues.
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“I’m very honoured to have a chance to be part of Australian Pastel Expo. I’ve always been intrigued by the outstanding artists in this country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to consolidate the world-wide network of pastel artists. Exploring the myriad of possibilities in artistic expression has always been a siren’s call for me. Finding a creative diluted ground for the juxtaposition of pastel…how exciting! Working on a rough surface? Or with strong colour, or just a whisper? Maybe just a simple drawing is enough, but how about a wonderful, rich, unctuous painting? All of this is endlessly inspiring.
The human figure still remains my main inspiration: the expressions and moods encompassed in a human presence. How a person relates to existence...this catches me in a place where I simply have to react. I think that attendees can make the most of the Expo experience by putting all prior knowledge and judgement aside, in order to fully explore and absorb what is offered."
Where to find Gwenneth...
GWENNETH
BARTH-WHITE
American-born Swiss international artist Gwenneth Barth-White is a Maître Pastelliste and Vice-President of the 150-year-old Société des Pastellistes de France; she's a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the IAPS Master Circle. Her work has been exhibited in Geneva, Gstaad, New York, Toronto, Paris, and in many French and American venues.
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“I’m very honoured to have a chance to be part of Australian Pastel Expo. I’ve always been intrigued by the outstanding artists in this country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to consolidate the world-wide network of pastel artists. Exploring the myriad of possibilities in artistic expression has always been a siren’s call for me. Finding a creative diluted ground for the juxtaposition of pastel…how exciting! Working on a rough surface? Or with strong colour, or just a whisper? Maybe just a simple drawing is enough, but how about a wonderful, rich, unctuous painting? All of this is endlessly inspiring.
The human figure still remains my main inspiration: the expressions and moods encompassed in a human presence. How a person relates to existence...this catches me in a place where I simply have to react. I think that attendees can make the most of the Expo experience by putting all prior knowledge and judgement aside, in order to fully explore and absorb what is offered."
GWENNETH
BARTH-WHITE
American-born Swiss international artist Gwenneth Barth-White is a Maître Pastelliste and Vice-President of the 150-year-old Société des Pastellistes de France; she's a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the IAPS Master Circle. Her work has been exhibited in Geneva, Gstaad, New York, Toronto, Paris, and in many French and American venues.
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“I’m very honoured to have a chance to be part of Australian Pastel Expo. I’ve always been intrigued by the outstanding artists in this country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to consolidate the world-wide network of pastel artists. Exploring the myriad of possibilities in artistic expression has always been a siren’s call for me. Finding a creative diluted ground for the juxtaposition of pastel…how exciting! Working on a rough surface? Or with strong colour, or just a whisper? Maybe just a simple drawing is enough, but how about a wonderful, rich, unctuous painting? All of this is endlessly inspiring.
The human figure still remains my main inspiration: the expressions and moods encompassed in a human presence. How a person relates to existence...this catches me in a place where I simply have to react. I think that attendees can make the most of the Expo experience by putting all prior knowledge and judgement aside, in order to fully explore and absorb what is offered."
GWENNETH
BARTH-WHITE
American-born Swiss international artist Gwenneth Barth-White is a Maître Pastelliste and Vice-President of the 150-year-old Société des Pastellistes de France; she's a Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, a member of the IAPS Master Circle. Her work has been exhibited in Geneva, Gstaad, New York, Toronto, Paris, and in many French and American venues.
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“I’m very honoured to have a chance to be part of Australian Pastel Expo. I’ve always been intrigued by the outstanding artists in this country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to consolidate the world-wide network of pastel artists. Exploring the myriad of possibilities in artistic expression has always been a siren’s call for me. Finding a creative diluted ground for the juxtaposition of pastel…how exciting! Working on a rough surface? Or with strong colour, or just a whisper? Maybe just a simple drawing is enough, but how about a wonderful, rich, unctuous painting? All of this is endlessly inspiring.
The human figure still remains my main inspiration: the expressions and moods encompassed in a human presence. How a person relates to existence...this catches me in a place where I simply have to react. I think that attendees can make the most of the Expo experience by putting all prior knowledge and judgement aside, in order to fully explore and absorb what is offered."
Where to find Gwenneth...
Based in Sydney, Tricia Taylor is a Master Pastellist with the Pastel Society of Australia and has won many awards including Pastellist of the Year 2010. Tricia’s work has been published in a variety of national art magazines including Australian Artist, Art Edit and Paint and Draw Magazine UK. Teaching from beginners to advanced students for many years Tricia her workshops are in demand in Australia and internationally including Fiji, New Zealand and the USA.
Unison Pastels, a handmade pastel company form the UK have endorsed Tricia’s artwork by creating the Tricia Taylor pastel sets. Seascape, Rock and Earth and Sand colour selections are available on her website. With their 30th Anniversary in 2017 they have recently made Tricia an Accredited Unison Artist.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Australian Pastel Expo 2022 Registration will include entry to a variety of workshops, Plein air paintouts and demonstrations over 4 days from both international acclaimed tutors and Australia's Master Pastellists. This year we have added bonus demonstrations via Zoom from some of the top international pastel artists.
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Opening night - 31 August, 2022 | Workshops and Demos - 1 - 4 September, 2022 | Gala Dinner (including PSA Annual awards) - 3 September, 2022
With up to a maximum of two days of workshops or plein air and unlimited number of demonstrations on offer to you, you can choose your own itinerary and what times you want free to explore the Trade show, Exhibition or Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast.
Extra curricular activities from the fun of the Paint Around, critiques and Q&A sessions there will be lots to see and do. With give aways and discount on offer from our suppliers it will be well worth visiting our Trade show. All day tea and coffee are also included. You have the option to pay for a catered lunch at the venue or provide your own lunch (outside food cannot be eaten on the premises but the venue is surrounded by parks to picnic in and coffee shops.)
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IMPORTANT DATES & TIMES
WED, 31 AUG
4:45pm
Opening Night - Event Registration at the Caloundra RSL | 19 West Terrace, Caloundra, QLD 4551
THURS, 1 SEPT
7:30am
Caloundra Events Centre (Expo Venue) Opens | 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra, QLD 4551
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8:30am
Workshop Rooms Open
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1:30pm - 4:30pm
Exhibition Opens
FRI, 2 SEPT
7:30am
Caloundra Events Centre (Expo Venue) Opens
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8am - 4:30pm
Exhibition Opens
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8:30am
Workshop Rooms Open
SAT, 3 SEPT
7:30am
Caloundra Events Centre (Expo Venue) Opens​
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8am - 4:30pm
Exhibition Opens
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8:30am
Workshop Rooms Open
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5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gala Dinner at the Caloundra RSL
SUN, 4 SEPT
7:30am
Caloundra Events Centre (Expo Venue) Opens​
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8am - 1:30pm
Exhibition Opens
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8:30am
Workshop Rooms Open
TICKET PRICING
One Day Tickets
Full description below
$220 per day
Full Registration
Unlimited. Excludes Lunch
$725
PSA Member Discount
Must be a current member. Excludes Lunch. $50 discount.
$675
TICKETS NOW CLOSED, FOR MORE INFORMATION AND ENQUIRIES EMAIL PASTELEXPO@GMAIL.COM OR FILL OUT OUR 'CONTACT US' FORM.
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All day tea and coffee is included in all tickets.
Catering Pack 4 days of catered lunch $120
GALA Dinner $75 per head (you can purchase extra tickets for guests.)
Critique Session $25
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One Day Tickets (Day Rate) $220 | Includes 1 day at Expo of your choice
You can choose any day you like and book a workshop or a demo day. Lunch is an optional extra of $30. The 'One Day' Ticket also includes:
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Tea and Coffee are available all day.
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You can purchase as many one day tickets as you like. There is no limit.
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Thursday ticket holders can go to Thursday night paint around.
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Friday ticket holders can go to Friday night Main Demonstration with Tony Allain.
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If you have chosen a Saturday or Sunday ticket you can purchase a ticket to the Paint around or Main Demonstration for $25 per event.
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Saturday Gala Dinner tickets are available separately for $75 per head.
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The trade show, raffles and exhibition is open to all ticket holders.
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The show bag for full ticket holders is not included.
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Opening night is an optional extra for day ticket holders for $25.
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FULL REGISTRATION | Unlimited access to workshops and demonstrations
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If you are travelling with a partner or friend you can bring a guest to some of the events.
Guest tickets to the Main Demonstration and Paint Around are available for $30 per event.
Guest opening night tickets are available for $25
PSA members not attending the Pastel Expo and their guests are also invited to join the Gala Dinner for $75 per head.
The Pastel Society of Australia's Annual Awards, including the Alexandra Awards and Expo Tutor's Works will be on show at the 2022 Australian Pastel Expo from 1 - 4 September | Free entry, all are welcome!
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Interested in joining the Pastel Society of Australia (PSA)? Learn more here - PSA Membership
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