Soft Pastel Classes

Discover the unlimited possibilities of PanPastel through my online self-paced lessons.

Become a Pastel Insider

Whether you're just beginning with soft pastels or looking to deepen your practice, The Pastel Insider offers a creative space to grow, explore, and connect.

Inside, you’ll find over 50+ inspiring lessons—from whimsical characters to abstract explorations—designed to help you build confidence, loosen up, and develop your own unique voice. Each lesson includes guided line art, step-by-step instruction, and approachable techniques using PanPastel and pastel pencils.

With new content added regularly, you’ll always have something fresh to spark your creativity. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive, art-loving community that’s growing right alongside you.

Ready to create with more freedom and flow?

Simply Magic 2

A Mixed Media Adventure with Black PanPastel

Ignite your creativity in Simply Magic 2, a step-by-step mixed media class focused on creating a stunning 18x24 whimsical character that’s uniquely yours. Personalize your piece with one of six inspiring hand-lettered words—or craft your own Word of the Year—to add meaningful intention to your artwork.

Using just five essential tools, including black PanPastel and Golden’s extraordinary gold paint, you’ll explore fun and approachable techniques to bring your vision to life. This class simplifies the creative process, ensuring a positive and rewarding experience for all skill levels.

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Cosmic Creations

Embark on a captivating journey with me as we delve into the limitless potential of PanPastel and its dynamic synergy with pastel pencils. Together, they unlock the ability to craft mesmerizing layers of texture, allowing you to infuse a relaxed, abstract essence into your artwork. Each lesson also includes the line art so you can focus on learning to use this magical medium.

Guiding Light

Over the years, I have been inspired by the whimsical beauty of nature, capturing the essence of light in my paintings. My new class, "Guiding Light," invites you to join me on this creative journey as we bring a charming bird to life, perched among enchanting mushrooms. Together, we'll explore the transformative power of value—your key to infusing your artwork with depth, dimension, and a radiant glow.

Nurture Your Joy

For years, I have painted whimsical terrariums—magical worlds full of flowers, foliage, and light. These creations, vibrant and full of joy, are protected by their glass enclosures, symbolizing the nurturing of inner happiness. Now, I am excited to share my techniques and insights with you through my brand-new online class, "Nurture Your Joy"! This course is designed to guide you through the magical world of PanPastel and pastel pencils, helping you unlock your creativity and bring vibrant, whimsical artworks to life.

Simply Magic

Together, we'll explore creating stunning artwork using only five essential tools: black PanPastel, Sofft Tool applicators, erasers, mixed media paper, and the extraordinary gold paint from Golden. Also, I've got you covered in the drawing department! You'll be provided with line art to guide you through the process, making it accessible. So brace yourself for the enchanting results that await you!

Catching The Light

A PanPastel class with a focus on color and light.

Let me take you on a journey to explore the unlimited possibilities of creating with PanPastel. We will look at the creative process I’ve developed over the past four years of using this incredible medium. Join me in my studio to explore the key steps in unlocking your creativity using simplified composition, value, and color. 

I will also share techniques to help you make your artwork unique. Discover the power of using color harmony as we build luminous layers of light to make your painting glow.

Come and join me to experience the joy of catching the light together.

Life Source

A soft pastel lesson with a focus on PanPastel. I will be showing you how to create this bumblebee. No drawing experience is needed, as I provide printable line art for you to transfer the image.

Take Flight

A soft pastel lesson with a focus on PanPastel. I will be showing you how to create this gorgeous owl. No drawing experience is needed, as I provide printable line art for you to transfer the image.