McMurray Art League upcoming events

Sue Levy, Watercolor Spring Colors Series (her LAST workshop) (Tuesday, April 07, 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sue Levy has announced she is retiring from her many years of teaching for MAL. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of our favorite instructors!

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

We will also explore the beautiful pallette of spring and talk about how to mix paints and how to best achieve luminous color! Much more will be covered as we go along in the exciting way to paint watercolor.

Class Description:

Design and composition and the principles of design.
1- techniques, painting, wet into wet, (wet paper, wet brush), dry into wet (dry paper, wet brush). See how the paint mingles with the water. We’ll do a freeform exercise. No mistakes just plain fun !
I’ll do a demo and you can paint along
2- paper, Arches 140 pound, cold press, 100% rag.
3- pigments, watercolor tube paint or cake or sometime referred to as pan paint.
4- brushes, how to use your brush to get the most from them. Round, Flat etc. brushes.
5- WATER: VERY IMPORTANT: How much water, ratio or % to the paint ratio or %. We will learn value studies by the % of water to the pigment (paint).

Materials List:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Sue Levy, 4/7 Watercolor Spring Colors (Tuesday, April 07, 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Laura Sippos, Polymer Clay Jewelry Series (Wednesday, April 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All skill levels

This class is all about play, with a fantastic outcome! Try your hand at some interesting techniques to make polymer clay sparkle and shine, or even look like your favorite crystals or rocks. Students will create at least two jewelry items like earrings, pendants, brooches, etc.

Two week series only. All materials provided, including jewelry findings.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 6

Sue Levy, Watercolor Spring Colors Series (her LAST workshop) (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sue Levy has announced she is retiring from her many years of teaching for MAL. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of our favorite instructors!

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Sue Levy, 4/14 Watercolor Spring Colors (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Laura Sippos, Polymer Clay Jewelry Series (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All skill levels

Two week series only. All materials provided, including jewelry findings.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 6

Laura Sippos, Cyanotype Printing (Saturday, April 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

All skill levels

An early method of photography, this unique art medium uses sunlight to create a reverse image. In a fun learning environment, students mix the appropriate chemicals, apply them to paper and fabric, and create several pieces of original art. Each student will also have the opportunity to create art on their choice of an apron or a tote bag!

All materials and light snacks provided

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Sue Levy, Watercolor Spring Colors Series (her LAST workshop) (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sue Levy has announced she is retiring from her many years of teaching for MAL. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of our favorite instructors!

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Sue Levy, 4/21 Watercolor Spring Colors (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Laura Sippos, 4/24 Watercolor Spring Happy Hour (Friday, April 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Enjoy snacks and drinks while trying your hand at an art project.

All skill levels are welcome including the absolute beginner. Supplies and light snacks and refreshments are included with the workshop fee.

Of course, happy hour is best with friends, so bring one or two, or come and make a new one! A great date night, too!

Happy hours are the fourth Friday of most months.

Jan. 23, 2026 6:30-8:30

Feb. 27, 6:30-8:30

Mar. 27, 6:30-8:30

Apr. 24, 6:30-8:30

May 22, 6:30-8:30

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Sue Levy, Watercolor Spring Colors Series (her LAST workshop) (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sue Levy has announced she is retiring from her many years of teaching for MAL. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of our favorite instructors!

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Sue Levy, 4/28 Watercolor Spring Colors (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A great class for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists!

Designed for those of you who have a desire to paint in Watercolor.
* For those with some drawing ability to those just getting back to painting and for those of you more advanced in painting.

My classes are designed to inspire and help you have a better understanding of:

How to control the water; too little; too much? Learn the tips.
Work Wet and Wet: wet paper and wet brush or dry paper, dry brush?
Values: we will do an exercise using one color to create the values from te very lightest to medium to the darkest values. You will experiment with this.
Brushes: Let's talk about brushwork: how to use round brushes and flat brushes and explore each brush to make special marks. There are flat brushes, round brushes, detail brushes, rigger brushes, angle brushes, and rake brushes to use with watercolor. All of these depend on how much pressure you apply to your paper, how you hold your brush, etc.
Very important are the elements of design and composition to help you create the best in your painting.

Class Description:

Water container can be anything to hold your water
Palette to mix paint. A styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block.
Paper towels
Palette to mix paint,a styrofoam plate works
Board and tape for your paper or you might use a watercolor block
Paper towels
Watercolor tube or cake/pan paint:

Basic Palette:
Lemon yellow
Cadmium yellow medium
Cadmium red light
Alizarin crimson
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue
Yellow ochre
Burnt Sienna

This is a limited palette. If you want more colors bring them. If you are a painter already, bring your gear.

See you in April, Come and have fun with Watercolor!

This Watercolor Workshop is a casual class, all questions are welcome. Learn techniques in Watercolor; getting the maximum use of your brushes.

This class is geared toward students interested in learning the wonderful world of watercolor. Some drawing ability is preferred. For beginners to intermediate painters.

Maximum class size: 16
Minimum class size: 4

(Register here for the series or register for 4/7, 14, 21, and 28 sessions separately from the Class Calendar.)

Laura Sippos, Intermediate Color Theory (Saturday, May 02, 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Knowledge of creating and using a color wheel preferred.

Take your art to the next level by expanding your understanding of color theory. This hands-on class will explore the meaning of color, color harmonies, atmospheric perspective, simultaneous contrast, and more.

Dive into the vibrant world of color in this engaging 3-hour workshop designed for artists of all levels. Unlock the secrets of color theory through easy-to-understand concepts, practical applications, and hands-on activities. Participants will explore the color wheel, learn about color harmony, and discover how to mix and apply colors effectively in their artwork. Whether you're an aspiring painter or a seasoned artist looking to enhance your skills, this workshop promises to be informative, inspiring, and a fun way to deepen your understanding of color dynamics. Join me for an immersive experience that will enrich your artistic journey!

All supplies included.

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Monotypes: Gel Plate Printing (Wednesday, May 06, 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All skill levels

Students bring their own gel plate, all other materials provided

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Handmade Paper (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All skill levels

My favorite way to recycle is making handmade paper! Learn it all from start to finish in this educational and entertaining workshop. All sorts of random paper scraps and even egg cartons will become fresh paper for you to use in all of your projects. We will even create some seeded paper, which makes a great gift. Join me to learn how to make the magic happen and take home your own handmade paper. You may never throw away your little paper scraps again.

All materials provided

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, 5/22 Mixed Media Minis Happy Hour (Friday, May 22, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Enjoy snacks and drinks while trying your hand at an art project.

All skill levels are welcome including the absolute beginner. Supplies and light snacks and refreshments are included with the workshop fee.

Of course, happy hour is best with friends, so bring one or two, or come and make a new one! A great date night, too!

Happy hours are the fourth Friday of most months.

Jan. 23, 2026 6:30-8:30

Feb. 27, 6:30-8:30

Mar. 27, 6:30-8:30

Apr. 24, 6:30-8:30

May 22, 6:30-8:30

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 16

Peter Stamoolis, Abstracting a Photograph (Sunday, June 07, 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Peter Stamoolis will demonstrate his methods for using software to convert a photograph into a fascinating piece of abstract art. We finally get to see how he gets his cool results!

The class will demonstrate turning a photograph into abstract art using Corel Aftershot (other photo manipulation software have similar capabilities). Aftershot comes as part of Corel’s Wordperfect Office Suite ($99.99 for the download). Attached is a photo of the Aftershot screen.

A $20 donation to the McMurray Art League is requested.

Jim Sulkowski Oil or Pastel Series (Tuesday, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Back by popular demand!

Oil and pastel techniques. Individual instruction. Series only.

The principles of Classical Art will be discussed and demonstrated. Form, Light, Space, Atmosphere, Composition, Color, and Value are all essential concepts. They apply to the landscape, the portrait, the still life, floral, and the figure.

There will be a still life demonstration one day and a landscape demonstration the other day.

6/16 will be Still Life Flowers and 6/18 will be Landscapes. For a biography of Jim Sulkowski, click here.

Materials list:

Oils

Suggested Brands of oil paint: Sennelier, Rembrandt, Winsor & Newton, Blockx, Williamsburg, Gamblin. Do not use Winton or any student grade oils because they contain mostly filler with little pigment.

Oil Paints: Cadmium Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Orange, Yellow Ochre, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Red Medium, Alizarin Crimson, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Thalo Blue, Raw Umber, Thalo Green, large tubes of Titanium White and Ivory Black. Optional: Burnt Sienna, Magenta

Bristle Brushes All sizes; 1/4" in width up to 2" and 3". One small pointed sable brush (No. 6). Avoid synthetic brushes.

Painting Medium to thin your paint: 1 Part Linseed Oil + 1 Part Damar Varnish + 1 Part English Distilled Turpentine OR any fast drying medium such as Winsor Newton, Grumbacher, or Gamblin.

Brush Washer: A can or jar containing mineral spirits also known as paint thinner to clean your brushes

Palette: The best palette is one that is toned a medium gray. A wooden palette is also very good. Avoid using a white palette.

Palette knife for mixing

Palette cup or small jar for your painting medium

Canvases or panels: 8" x 10", 9” x 12”, or 12” x 16”

Paper towels

Pastels

Your favorite pastels and paper.

Jim Sulkowski Oil or Pastel Series (Thursday, June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Back by popular demand!

Oil and pastel techniques. Individual instruction. Series only.

There will be a still life demonstration one day and a landscape demonstration the other day.

6/16 will be Still Life Flowers and 6/18 will be Landscapes. For a biography of Jim Sulkowski, click here.

Materials list:

Oils

Bristle Brushes All sizes; 1/4" in width up to 2" and 3". One small pointed sable brush (No. 6). Avoid synthetic brushes.

Painting Medium to thin your paint: 1 Part Linseed Oil + 1 Part Damar Varnish + 1 Part English Distilled Turpentine OR any fast drying medium such as Winsor Newton, Grumbacher, or Gamblin.

Brush Washer: A can or jar containing mineral spirits also known as paint thinner to clean your brushes

Palette: The best palette is one that is toned a medium gray. A wooden palette is also very good. Avoid using a white palette.

Palette knife for mixing

Palette cup or small jar for your painting medium

Canvases or panels: 8" x 10", 9” x 12”, or 12” x 16”

Paper towels

Pastels

Your favorite pastels and paper.