Auburn – The Arts Building Gallery will host the Pastel Society of the West Coast's Annual Membership Show from August 12 through October 2. The 2010 Membership Show will feature 88 paintings by pastel artists from around the west.

The Opening Reception of the show will take place from 6:00 to 9:00pm on Thursday, August 12 during the Auburn Art Walk.

Renowned pastel artist Jane Hofstetter  will be on hand during the Opening Reception to present awards. Her work is celebrated internationally, having won multiple awards including the “Who’s Who in America” in 2008.

To celebrate the art of pastel, a number of special events will be offered on Saturdays during the eight-week exhibit, including demonstrations and introductory classes on pastel. For a full schedule of events, visit the online calendar PlacerArts.org and use keyword PASTEL SOCIETY.

PlacerArts is the Arts Council of Placer County, a non-profit, public benefit agency, and the designated state-local partner of the California Arts Council for the County of Placer.