The WPA is a member of the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS). IAPS Membership is available to qualified pastel societies around the world. Our membership provides international channels for awareness, communication and education. The Biennial IAPS Conventions bring together master pastelists, instructors, demonstrators, vendors and exhibitors for a major educational and networking event. IAPS Juried Exhibitions showcase and bring award-winning pastel artwork to public venues.
When a pastel society becomes an IAPS member, its individual artist members automatically become IAPS artist members and are eligible for IAPS membership benefits, which includes the ability to enter exhibitions conducted by IAPS.
THE BENEFITS OF IAPS MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE:
- Eligibility for IAPS international juried exhibitions at prestigious galleries and on the web;
- Internet presence — inclusion on IAPS Membership Directory including Member Showcase;
- Ability to advertise your Society-sponsored workshops and exhibitions on the IAPS website;
- Support for Member Societies on the IAPS website and at the IAPS Convention;
- Participation in the IAPS Convention at discount rates;
- Communication and networking with pastel artists from around the world.
