Zoom Demo with Kim Eshelman

11:00 AM

Zoom link will ne sent to members only on Nov 4, 2026. Will be posted on YouTube on MPS channel

 Quarter

Signature Member Applications

Due November 28, 2026

Maryland Pastel Society members in good standing may submit work to be juried for signature member status.  Applications are accepted on a quarterly basis.

Signature member status represents the member's achieving excellence in the use of soft pastel and application of the principles of design.

Guidelines and Standards

Principles of Design are used when evaluating artwork submitted with applications for Signature status. Ensure that you understand all of the guidelines and that your work displays appropriate qualities as described in the MPS Principles of Design. Visit the Member Resources page to download the MPS Principles of Design.

When you are ready to submit your application packet, send it to signature@  marylandpastelsociety.org

Requirements for artwork:

By submitting your application for Signature membership, you attest that the artwork you submit meets all four of the following:

• Was executed primarily (80 % or more) in soft pastel;
• Is of your own original concept and execution, not derived from any published or created images to which you do not hold the copyright;
• Has not been executed in whole or in part in an instructor-led classroom or workshop setting and;
• Was completed within the past three years.

To complete this application, you will need: 

• a one-page resume.

• 5 Digital images of your paintings, their titles & sizes. Images should be of high quality, cropped neatly to show only the paintings. Do not include framing or any distracting background in the image. Size should be reported as Height x Width (H x W) in inches (e.g. 8x10)

Applications will be reviewed at the upcoming MPS Board Meeting. 

Please contact signature @ marylandpastelsociety.org if you have questions.

Art in the Garden

Brookside Gardens in Montgomery County, Maryland

 1800 Glenallan Ave. Wheaton, MD 20902

This is a non-juried exhibition open to all MPS members. Artwork will celebrate horticultural subjects.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Call for Entry will be sent to members in December 2026.

Event dates:  February 9th - April 6th, 2027.

Key Dates: May 19 - 21, 2027

• Workshop: May 19-21, 2027   (3 days)
• 20 total registrants
• MPS Member Registration Begins: March 19, 2027
• Non-Member Registration Opens: April 18, 2027

Details: 

• Cost: TBD
• Dates: May 19-21, 2027
• Location: Canvas Studio @ the Rock Creek Clubhouse, 250 Amblebrook Blvd. Gettysburg, PA 17325
• Registration opens for Members 4 weeks before non-members. 

Registration:

• Class size is limited to 20 and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis with priority given to Maryland Pastel Society members.  
• Accommodations, meals, and supplies not included.
• Full payment is required at the time of registration. Multiple payment options are available: credit card or check.   

IMPORTANT NOTE: Completion of the registration form AND receipt of full payment of will place you on the roster.  A confirmation email will be sent to you after your full payment is received.  

REFUND POLICY: Full refund of registration fee available if registration canceled more than 30 days prior to event. After that, fee only refunded if vacant slot is filled.

Key Dates: October 1-2, 2027

• Workshop: October 1-2, 2027   (2 days)
• Total registrants - TBD
• MPS Member Registration Begins: August 1, 2027
• Non-Member Registration Opens: Sept 1, 2027

Details: 

• Cost: TBD
• Dates: October 1-2, 2027
• Location: farm near Gettysburg, PA 17325
• Registration opens for Members 4 weeks before non-members. 

Registration:

• Class size is yet to be determined and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis with priority given to Maryland Pastel Society members.  
• Accommodations, meals, and supplies not included.
• Full payment is required at the time of registration. Multiple payment options are available: credit card or check.   

IMPORTANT NOTE: Completion of the registration form AND receipt of full payment of will place you on the roster.  A confirmation email will be sent to you after your full payment is received.  

REFUND POLICY: Full refund of registration fee available if registration canceled more than 30 days prior to event. After that, fee only refunded if vacant slot is filled.

Key Dates: Dec 1-3, 2027

• Workshop: Dec 1-3, 2027
• 18 total registrants
• MPS Member Registration Begins: October 1, 2027
• Non-Member Registration Opens: November 1, 2027

Details: 

• Cost: TBD
• Dates: May 19-21, 2027
• Location: Canvas Studio @ the Rock Creek Clubhouse, 250 Amblebrook Blvd. Gettysburg, PA 17325
• Registration opens for Members 4 weeks before non-members. 

Registration:

• Class size is limited to 20 and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis with priority given to Maryland Pastel Society members.  
• Accommodations, meals, and supplies not included.
• Full payment is required at the time of registration. Multiple payment options are available: credit card or check.   

IMPORTANT NOTE: Completion of the registration form AND receipt of full payment of will place you on the roster.  A confirmation email will be sent to you after your full payment is received.  

REFUND POLICY: Full refund of registration fee available if registration canceled more than 30 days prior to event. After that, fee only refunded if vacant slot is filled.