The International Association of Pastel Societies' Sixth Biennial International Convention held May 6-8, 2005 in Raleigh, North Carolina was a resounding hit with all who attended. "We come together to celebrate the joy of pastel with nationally and internationally known artists sharing their talents through hands-on workshops, visual demonstrations, lectures and seminars." - Urania Christy Tarbet This year the grand opening demonstrator was celebrated Albert Handell PSA and keynote speaker M. Stephen Doherty, active outdoor painter and Editor in Chief of American Artist, plus many other publications. Pre-conference workshops and workshops were led by Margaret Evans, Duane Wakeham, Richard McDaniel and Brenda Mattson. Other workshop/lecture notables included: Greg Biolchini PSA, Bill Creevy PSA, Alan Flattmann PSA, Glenna Hartmann, Ann Heywood, L. Diane Johnson, Jack Pardue PSA, Maggie Price, Bob Rohm OPA PSA, Pat Suggs PSA PWSWC, Sue Viders, Janet Walsh AWS and Anita Louise West. The links below represent a summary of some of the many highlights experienced at the 2005 convention. What a Convention - by Ann Heywood Registration and Paint Around Grand Opening and Trade Show Banquet President's Dinner

Albert Handell PSA M. Stephen Doherty