Details
Instructor
Sally Heston
# of Days
2 Days
Start Date
August 15, 2026
End Date
August 16, 2026
Location
The Cuyahoga Valley Art Center
Overview
PASTEL WORKSHOP
DATES/TIMES: August 15-16, 2026 9:30 – 4:30 PM
LOCATION: CUYAHOGA VALLEY ART CENTER
COST: MEMBER $150 NON-MEMBER $175
The definition of pastel is ‘to be dry’ however, the outcomes of this medium can be anything but. This pastel workshop would cover materials (different kinds of pastels, papers, fixatives, etc.) and various styles and techniques, from the traditional to experimental. This medium offers infinite possibilities that will last a lifetime.
Students will be required to bring their own supplies, a supply list is provided below.
Supply List:
WORKSHOP DETAILS:
Refreshments and light snacks will be provided. Please pack your lunch for this workshop daily. If you cannot, there are local places where staff can recommend ordering boxed lunches. Students will need to pick up these lunches during their designated lunch.
- Payment in full is due 14 days before the workshop start date.
- All deposits, $50, are non-refundable unless CVAC cancels the workshop.
- Refunds, less deposit, will not be issued for attendee cancelations 14 days before the workshop start date.
INTERESTED IN A SCHOLARSHIP?
Click here to learn more: https://www.cvart.org/scholarships/
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION: Sally Heston
Sally Heston’s career as an artist and art teacher spans over four decades and includes work experience in a variety of media and content. Sally has a BS in art education from Indiana University of PA (cum laude) and an MEd in art from the University of Pittsburgh. She works in graphite, watercolor, pastel, and acrylic. A prize-winning artist, she has had several one-person exhibits and has been part of numerous group art exhibits. Her artwork is included in private collections locally and throughout the United States and Europe. She is a retired elementary and secondary school art teacher and recently retired from teaching at Virginia Marti College in Lakewood, OH. Among other groups, she is a signature member of the Ohio and Pennsylvania Watercolor Societies and the Whiskey Painters of America.
*Updated 07/09/2026