Pastel Cactus on Pumice, Almost Finished

Well, I am finally approaching the last stages of this cactus painting so I thought I would show my progress so far. This was certainly a lesson in persistence but I have to say that, surprisingly as it seems, after pressing through all the challenges of this piece, I would definitely paint on this surface again. What can I say, at the end of the day, it was worth it.

I snapped this photo in my studio so the colors here aren't as vivid as they are in person. I will post a picture of the final image in about a week. It should be totally complete by then.

Jeannette Cuevas Pastel Workshop

3 Day Workshop at the Rockport Center for the Arts

If you have thought about taking one last mini vacation before the end of the year, please consider joining me for my upcoming Pastel Workshop, November 3, 4, & 5, 2009 at the Rockport Center for the Arts in Rockport, Texas.

During this 3 day class you will learn how to use watercolor to create an underpainting of color that will ultimately peek through the upper layers of pastel to create painting effects that glow, that are full of energy and sparkle with light. For an example of this technique see the image on the June 25 blog post that won Best in Show at the Texas Pastel Society's juried show recently.

This workshop has quickly become one of my very favorite ones to teach due to the fact that it is in such a gorgeous location. However, the class is quickly approaching so if you are interested in joining us, don’t delay in signing up. There are still a few openings availble.

For more information please contact The Rockport Center for the Arts at 361-729-5519.