About Pastel

What are Pastels?
SAMK
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What are Pastels?

What are Pastels?

Pastels are pure pigment held together by Gum Tragacanth or other binder. They layer well if you know how to handle them. Here I have laid in the basic composition and I am waiting for the (short) RED sunset to develop. I will frantically paint in the reds when they arrive!

5"H x 7"W

SAMK

SAMK

For most of my artistic life, my nickname has been Sam- it's how I started signing my work in Art classes, then I became SAMK (Sam Knapp)when I married. It's my great shorthand signature on my works, even though most people call me Anne these days.

Open Studio Tour

Open Studio Tour

Photo of me talking to tour attendees in my long Gallery in our home in Gig Harbor. I'm hoping to do the Tour again.This is a great opportunity to see my work and if there are any classes/workshops coming up (and samples!). It's a unique opportunity for us to meet in person. The best way to reach me though is via email: annemknapp@gmail.com