The pure joy of creating a piece of art from a blank sheet of paper is my passion, and I hope you will enjoy these pastels as much as I did when painting them.
I am a seeker of the peaceful moment, an unspoiled sandy beach, a quiet walk in the woods. The closer look at a beautiful bloom inspires me to translate the folding shades of color, to stop time forever, on paper. The pastel medium is an immediate pleasure to an impulsive artist.
I am an ex-New Yorker who moved to Kauai in the early 80's, with my camera, flute and oil box, unsure of my future but ready for a change. Since then I’ve had a family, played many gigs, and discovered pastels! I belong to several Pastel societies and art guilds, exhibit in juried shows and paint "en plein air" as much as I can. The pursuit of excellence in pastel is a continuing journey that I would like to share with you.
Latest Paintings
February 09, 2013
A Hint of Spring
Kauai has been enjoying some beautiful weather while the rest of the USA is freezing and stormy.I have been taking advantage of it to plein air pastel and teach a few lessons in the field! My latest love has been clouds, as you can guess, those fluffy, foreboding shadow makers that make the islands so lush and green!
I am hoping to place these pastels in a few shows this year!!Well, it's a gorgeous day, I'm off to embrace it!!!
Sincerely,
Helen
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4TH Annual Members Show, Pastel Artists of Hawaii» Apr. 29, 2013 - May. 31, 2013
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