The Arkansas Pastel Society hosted its 10th National Exhibition, Reflections in Pastel, at the Laman Library Gallery in North Little Rock. The exhibition opened on November 17 and remained on display through January 12, 2024.

Tom Christopher served as juror and judge for the exhibition and presented the awards during the opening reception.

Award Winners

Best of Show
Looks Like Rain – Dennis McCann

First Place
The Red Hat – Jean Lewis (Chicago)

Second Place
Oak Room Experience – Georgia Chastain

Third Place
Lady of the Field – Margi Tucker

Honorable Mention
September Splendor – Marcie Ballowe (Montana)

Honorable Mention
River of Dancing Waters – Roy Crawford

Honorable Mention
Joshua – Terri deNatale (Texas)

Arkansas Artist Award
Special Treats – Susan Hurst

Visitors to the reception gathered in the gallery to hear the award winners announced and celebrate the artists whose work was selected for the exhibition.

The Reflections in Pastel exhibition showcased a wide range of pastel artwork and brought together artists and art enthusiasts to celebrate the pastel medium.

Learn more about Arkansas Pastel Society membership.