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Welcome to the MidAtlantic Pastel Society

The MidAtlantic Pastel Society (MAPS) is dedicated to the promotion and greater understanding of pastels as a fine art medium.  Open to adults from beginning student to professional, the society provides its members with fellowship, support and growth through bimonthly programs, by offering workshops, critiques and other educational training, and with opportunities to exhibit.  Our guiding principles of governance are to operate in a transparent, open manner, seeking ongoing discussion and input from our members.

Founded in mid-2015, MAPS has rapidly grown to include more than 100 members across the mid-Atlantic region.  Our membership spans all skill levels, from award-winning and nationally recognized pastellists to artists just getting started in our medium. 

​Click here for more information about MAPS.

​MAPS Board Of Directors 2026-2027
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​President.                   Trish Volp
V.P & Program Chair    Judy Leasure
Treasurer                    Dornan Trainer
Secretary                    Alison Carter
Membership Chair       Sonya Richeson
Exhibit Chair              Melissa Walton
Tech/Workshop Chair  Joan Dreicer
​Newsletter Chair        Marshall McClure

Please visit our online Art Gallery
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for more beautiful pastel paintings!
Visit us on Facebook, Instagram or email if you have questions about the society!
News & Events
Member Meeting
Colonial Williamsburg Art Collections and Conservation

Friday, September 25, 2026 
12:15 - 3pm
In person

Current Exhibits
Charles H. Taylor Visual Art Center

Pick - up of unsold artwork
September 1-5, 2026 
10:30 to 5 pm

Upcoming Exhibitions

10th Annual Members Judged Exhibit - Expressions in Pastel
Brightpoint Community College Art Gallery 
Dates of Exhibit - October 27 thru December 4

Awards Reception 
Brightpoint Community College Art Gallery
800 Charter Colony Pkwy
Midlothian, VA 23114


Thursday, November 5 from 5-7pm
Liz Haywood-Sullivan - Judge
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Upcoming Workshops

Liz Haywood-Sullivan
Focus on Trees and Foliage in the Landscape
November 6-8, 2026 

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  • About
    • Board Members
  • Exhibitions
    • Exhibitions
    • Previous Exhibitions
  • Membership
    • For Members Only
    • Membership
    • Charter Members
  • Programs
    • Programs
    • Previous Programs
  • Workshops
    • Workshops
    • Previous Workshops
  • Newsletter
  • Art Gallery
  • Art Resources