Gig Harbor Garden Tour 2011 - A Tour Of Literacy

"The Delightful Marriage Of Poppy And Lavender" 11 x 16

This painting was chosen to be printed on promotional materials for the event. The Tour will be on Saturday, June 25, 10 -5:00, and Sunday, June 26, 10 - 4:00. For tickets and info, go to www.gigharborgardentour.com.

Northwest Pastel Society's 2011 Members' Exhibit

" Alpine Light" 9 x 12 received An Award Of Merit

This is one of two of my paintings that will be included in the exhibit at the Kirsten Gallery, 5320 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105. Opening reception will be April 10, from 2-4:00.

Northwest Pastel Society Annual Signature/Distinguished Pastelist Invitational Exhibition

"Lopez Marsh", a plein air pastel by Pat Meras, was chosen for the showcard and included in Seattle's Access Magazine, advertising the exhibit.

I have two pieces in the show which will hang through Aug 31, 2010 at the Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, WA 98221, www.scottmilo.com, 360-293-6938, Reception, Friday, Aug 6, 6-9.

Drawing In Pastel

"Reni Martini", Pat Meras, Nupastel, 15 x 13

I meet with a group of artists usually once a week to draw from a live model. This is a drawing of my friend Reni in pastel. Quick experimental spontaneous drawing feeds my more involved paintings and helps me loosen up a bit. It's also fun to work with a group of artist friends rather than paint as a hermit, alone in my studio as I often do. Solitude has it's place though and I find I do my best work solo in my studio, talking to myself, and my cat, answering myself, pacing back and forth, all things best done in private.

8th Annual Two Waters Arts Alliance Spring Fling

"Vaughn Bay", Pat Meras, Pastel, 9.5 x 12

Sweet surprise...I've been chosen as the featured artist at this popular event at the Key Peninsula Civic Center, 17010 S Vaughn Road, Saturday March 6, 7-10pm. My painting is published on posters and postcards advertising the event. Come and enjoy a fun night out with live music by Jazz Musette, catered appetizers, no host bar, Art Exhibit and Sales, $20 member, $25 non-member.

Best Of America Pastel Artists, Volume 11

"View From my Window", Pat Meras, Pastel, 12.5 x 6.5

"Carolyn's Path", Pat Meras, Pastel, 18 x 24

"Carolyn's Pond", Pat Meras, Pastel, 24 x 18

I feel very fortunate to have 3 paintings included in this beautiful book, and proud to be featured with such a fine group of artists. My images are on pages 41-42. To order copies: Kennedy Publishing, 5251-18 John Tyler Highway #311, Williamsburg, VA 23185, www.BestOfArtists.com/best-of-books, (757) 564-6261.