Exploring Soft Pastels and Alcohol Washes with Jessica Fligg
Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 am – noon in the WREN Conference Room *please note that this class will be held in our lower level conference room*
$40 + $15 materials fee, $5 discount for WREN members | suitable for teens and adults
In this engaging workshop, participants will learn how to build a pastel painting from the ground up. We will start with a continuous line drawing in ink to keep the initial composition loose and expressive. From there, we will block in major shapes with pastels and use alcohol washes to blend and seal the initial layer. Once the surface is dry, we will continue to build the piece with additional pastel work.
Throughout the workshop, participants will explore techniques for mark-making, blending, and making effective compositional decisions.
About the Instructor:
Jessica Fligg is a nature-based artist who works primarily in oils, painting extensively both en plein air and in her studio. She also explores printmaking, drawing, and poetry, often drawing inspiration from the natural world and our interactions with it. Jessica began drawing at an early age with her great-grandmother and later studied at the New Hampshire Institute of Art.
She remains active in the arts, participating in local, regional, and national galleries and exhibitions. Her work has received numerous accolades, including an Honorable Mention in the “My Best Art” exhibition at Roux & Cyr International Gallery (2019), “Best Work By Young Artist” at Bryan Memorial Gallery (2023), “Best Impressionism” at the NOAPS Associate Members Exhibition (2025), and The Anthony Watkins Artist Choice Award at Wet Paint Tamworth (2026)
“For me, the creative process is a way to connect deeply with nature. Through my work, I aim to highlight the importance of protecting our natural areas for future generations.” – Jessica Fligg