IAPS Gatherings
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PASTEL SOCIETIES
A New Way to Gather
Beginning in 2027, IAPS in-person events take the form of Gatherings: annual events hosted by one or more member societies and supported by IAPS, bringing artists together for workshops, demonstrations, paint-outs, exhibitions, and whatever else a host society wants to build around them.
At heart, a Gathering is simply IAPS finding new ways to keep pastel artists meeting in person, in the company of people who love the medium. Placing events with member societies lets an IAPS Gathering reach more regions than a single national convention ever could, with each one reflecting the character of its host society.
How a Gathering Works
No two Gatherings need to look alike. Gathering exhibitions give artists opportunities to earn points toward Master Circle and Eminent Pastelist status, set by agreement between the host society and IAPS. In even-numbered years, Gatherings also include the IAPS honors banquet.
Upcoming Gatherings
Host a Gathering
Hosting is your society's choice, and societies can host together. If your society is interested, even if you are not yet ready to prepare a proposal, start the conversation at contact@iapspastel.org.
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International Association of Pastel Societies
The cornerstone of IAPS is our commitment to fostering connections and facilitating the exchange of ideas. We believe that by coming together, we can elevate the art of pastel and support each other in our artistic journeys.