Where
colored pencil
artists meet,
learn, and
show.
About the National Organization
The Colored Pencil Society of America is a nonprofit organization founded in 1990 exclusively dedicated to artists working with colored pencil.
Representing sixteen countries with more than 1600 members, the national organization provides an annual International Exhibition & Convention, product research information, workshops and seminars, a newsletter, a networking directory, and district chapters across the United States.
The national organization is supported by a number of Patrons and Sponsors, including major colored pencil manufacturers.
Recognizing that lightfastness is the single most important quality issue to colored pencil artists today, CPSA has been diligently working in conjunction with the ASTM (American Society for Testing Materials), colored pencil manufacturers, and art conservators towards the development of a standard of lightfastness for colored pencils.
Test results are made available to CPSA members, Patrons, and Sponsors. Learn more about lightfastness testing on the National Web site.
About DC201
CPSA DC201 was the first district chapter formed by the national organization. Both were founded in 1990.
DC201 serves Oregon and Southern Washington CPSA members, but is open to any colored pencil artist,18 years of age or more, who wishes to join the chapter. Artists interested in joining can attend up to two meetings before signing up to become a member.
Membership in DC201 requires concurrent membership in National CPSA. National dues are $40 annually, and chapter dues are $15. Learn how to join or renew your membership. The membership year begins on
November 1. Dues are not prorated, although payments made on or after September 1 will apply to the next membership year.
DC201 meets nearly every month on the third Saturday, usually from 9:30 a.m. until early to mid-afternoon (depending on the program) to make the drive even more worthwhile. Bring your work with you to share. It's one of the best ways we know to get to know each other as artists, and for each of us to be inspired by what others are doing.
In addition to a short update on national and local CPSA activities, you can expect a demonstration, workshop, or other informative program to help you learn more about colored pencil or topics related to producing or marketing your work.
DC201 hosts an annual local art show and sale in the Portland metropolitan area for its members.
If you've discovered the versatility and fun of working with colored pencil, we invite you to join DC201.
DC201 serves Oregon and Southern Washington CPSA members.
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Visit Our Gallery!
See our showcase of DC201 members' art. Shown above is "Hidden Identity" by Sharon Withers.
