Master the fundamental principles that transform good paintings into luminous works of art in this focused three-day intensive with Marla Baggetta. Through a carefully structured progression—from value as the foundation, through intentional color relationships, to expressive mark-making—you’ll develop a complete, repeatable workflow that brings consistency and confidence to your pastel practice. Each day builds upon the last, combining focused demonstrations, hands-on painting time, and personalized guidance at your easel. Marla’s proven teaching method distills decades of painting experience into clear, actionable techniques you can immediately apply to your work. By workshop’s end, you’ll possess not just new skills, but a systematic approach to creating paintings with stronger compositions, harmonious color, and surfaces that truly sparkle with life.

Marla Baggetta is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America and an IAPS Master Circle recipient, placing her among the most accomplished pastelists working today. Her award-winning landscapes have been featured in PleinAir Magazine, Pastel Journal, and numerous national exhibitions. With over 40 years as a professional artist and educator, Marla has developed a teaching approach that combines technical excellence with artistic expression, helping students at all levels achieve breakthrough results in their work.