PSA Workshops
PSA Workshops provide immersive in person learning experiences that strengthen technique, expand creative thinking, and deepen understanding of the pastel medium. Participants learn directly from accomplished pastel artists who are both highly skilled painters and experienced instructors. Workshops emphasize demonstration, individualized feedback, and guided studio time to support artists as they develop their own voice and approach.
Workshops are offered throughout the year at the National Arts Club in New York City as well as at select partner locations. Programs are typically two or three days in length, allowing for meaningful artistic growth while remaining accessible for visiting artists.
What to Expect
• In-person instruction
• Two or three-day intensive format
• Demonstrations and process-focused learning
• Personalized critique and feedback
• Dedicated time for painting
• Supportive studio community
Upcoming Workshops
Liz Haywood-Sullivan PSA-MP
Build Your Best Painting
From Intent to Impact
January 15 to 17, 2027 (Friday to Sunday)
9:30 am to 4:30 pm (ET)
What You Will Learn:
• how to define and apply intent in your painting process
• strategies for simplifying composition using strong shapes
• techniques for identifying and improving value patterns
• tools for evaluating and editing photographic reference
• approaches for revisiting and strengthening unresolved paintings
• greater clarity and confidence in decision making at the easel
Tuition:
$480 Members
$540 Non-members
Location:
PSA Studio, National Arts Club, New York City
Corey Pitkin PSA
The Color of Light: Painting the Figure in Colored Light
October 16 to 17, 2027 (Saturday to Sunday)
9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
What You Will Learn:
- How colored side lighting transforms perceived color and value on the figure
- Techniques for capturing warm and cool color shifts across the form
- How to observe and render reflected light convincingly in soft pastel
- Approaches to subtle value changes that shape atmosphere and mood
- A more intentional, structured approach to using pastel as a medium for light
- How to strengthen color relationships and mixing decisions through direct observation
Tuition:
$340 Members
$380 Non-members
Location:
PSA Studio, National Arts Club, New York City
Payment & Cancellation Policy
Registration & Payment:
Full payment is required at the time of registration to reserve a place. Enrollment is limited and processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Wait lists will be maintained when necessary.
Participant Cancellation:
If you cancel 30 days or more prior to the workshop start date, you will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. If you cancel 15 to 29 days prior, you will receive a 50 percent refund. If you cancel 14 days or fewer prior, your fee is non-refundable. If a wait-listed participant fills your spot, your tuition will be refunded minus the $50 administrative fee.
Transfer Option:
Registrations may be transferred to another individual with advance notice to PSA.
Cancellation Notification:
All cancellations must be submitted in writing by email. The effective date is the date received.
PSA Cancellation or Changes:
PSA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a workshop due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund will be issued. PSA is not responsible for travel or lodging costs.
Registration constitutes agreement to this policy.
