Philadelphia Pastel Society
The PPS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2019 by a group of Philadelphia area artists who are active in the soft pastel medium. We were established to fill a need long expressed by area artists who were looking for a way to share their love for pastel. We are seeking to provide a supportive community for artists where ideas are shared and educational activities benefit all. Together we hope to promote the soft pastel medium throughout our region. Read more…
Upcoming Events
Join PPS at the Boyer Gallery and enjoy the work of our signature members.
Submissions open: February 2, 2026
Please join us for a reception and awards ceremony at the Signature Members’ Show.
The workshop with Sandra Burshell is cancelled due to difficulty in enrollment of enough artists to make the event financially viable. Sandra Burshell is disappointed, but we hope to invite her back in the future. Those artists who have registered for her workshop will be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
Please plan to join us for our first 2026 plein air event.
Join us for our 2026 National Juried Show “Visions in Patel”
Please join us for our 2026 Fall Members’ Meeting and Demonstration by Bill Sweeney