Pastel Perspectives
Personalized Virtual Critiques with Distinguished Pastel Artists
Pastel Perspectives is PSA’s personalized virtual critique program, created to give artists meaningful one-on-one guidance from accomplished pastel professionals without the need to travel.
Our updated format now features a two-session critique package, thoughtfully designed to provide greater value, deeper learning, and lasting momentum in your work.
How It Works
Your package includes two private 30-minute Zoom sessions with the featured critique artist.
Session One
A focused review of your submitted artwork, strengths, challenges, and clear strategies for moving forward.
Between Sessions
You’ll have time to reflect, apply ideas in the studio, and work with renewed direction.
Session Two
Return with new work, progress, or questions for continued guidance and next-level development.
Why Two Sessions Matter
Real artistic growth takes time. This format allows artists to absorb feedback, put ideas into practice, and benefit from a follow-up session that builds on progress rather than ending after a single conversation.
Ideal For Artists Who Want To:
• strengthen current paintings
• move past creative blocks
• improve design, value, color, or composition
• gain clarity and confidence
• develop personal voice and direction
• receive professional insight tailored to their goals
Whether you are an emerging artist or an experienced painter seeking a fresh perspective, Pastel Perspectives offers thoughtful guidance designed to move your work forward.
Current Featured Critique Artists
Explore our current offerings below and reserve your sessions early; space is limited.
2026 Master Critique Artists
Michael Freeman PSA-MP & Julie Freeman PSA
Personalized Virtual Critiques with Two Internationally Acclaimed Pastel Artists
Michael and Julie Freeman are internationally recognized pastel artists from New Zealand whose award-winning work has earned acclaim across the United States, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Known for their exceptional craftsmanship, strong design, and highly developed technical skill, they each bring a distinct artistic perspective while sharing a deep commitment to excellence in pastel.
Together, they have taught workshops, mentorships, and presentations for pastel societies and organizations around the world, including the International Association of Pastel Societies, Pastel Live, the Pastel Society of Australia, and numerous groups throughout the United States and internationally. Their combined experience offers artists the rare advantage of two accomplished instructors working together in support of your growth.
Loriann Signori PSA-MP
Loriann Signori is an award-winning pastel painter whose work explores the intersection of abstraction and recognizable form. Her paintings investigate the color of air, light, and atmosphere, inviting a sense of discovery and emotional resonance. With a career spanning decades as both an artist and educator, Loriann brings a deeply thoughtful and intuitive approach to her work. She is a Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and an Eminent Pastelist with the International Association of Pastel Societies.
