In this episode of The Pastel Podcast, hosts Kari Stober and Lisa Skelly welcome rising pastel artist Clint Howard, whose rapid ascent in the pastel world is inspiring artists everywhere. Clint shares how he returned to pastel painting in 2023 after a career in graphic design and ministry—and how focused daily practice led him to earn Master Circle status with the International Association of Pastel Societies in just a few years.

This conversation dives deep into pastel painting techniques, including working from reference photos, atmospheric perspective, tonalism, painting water and reflections, and capturing light in landscape painting. Clint explains his process for simplifying composition, using neutrals effectively, and building strong value structures in pastel.

You'll also hear about plein air painting, digital tools for composition studies, mentorship, teaching, and building a sustainable art practice. Clint's thoughtful insights on observation, consistency, and artistic growth make this episode especially valuable for painters at any stage.

Whether you're a pastel artist, landscape painter, or creative searching for pastel painting stories and inspiration, this episode offers practical wisdom and motivation to keep painting.

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