MPAC
Ruth Rodgers (MPAC) paints in a variety of media but always comes back to pastels for their flexibility, immediacy, and vibrance. She was the president of the PAC for eight years and continues to participate as the ICAN conference and online session coordinator. Originally from Ontario, Ruth now lives on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast.
Ruth Rodgers paints landscapes and people but is mostly interested in the magic of creating the illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface. She enjoys applying her understanding of the way the human eye and brain function to create this sensation.
Upcoming Workshops
Look Here! Leading the Eye
ICAN 2025 - Studio A East
Sunday, June 1, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Half-Day Workshop
How can you ensure that your paintings grab viewers’ attention and then hold it? This session will explore how to use the five elements of concept, composition, contrast, colour, and clarity to direct your viewer’s eye around your painting in the way you intend it to go.
Pre-order your supplies from Studio Six or Wyndham Art Supplies at a discounted rate* and have them delivered to the conference! See Studio Six offer details. See Wyndham Art Supplies offer details.
Workshop Material List
- A few photographs of subjects you typically paint and are familiar with—maybe a subject you’ve painted before and want to do better
- A selection of pastels that you are comfortable using
- A support (paper) that you are familiar with, on a backing board (clipped or taped) (no larger than 16 x 20)
- Any supplies you prefer for underpainting (rubbing alcohol, watercolour etc.)
Other supplies you usually use (drawing pencil, brush etc.)
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Workshop Fee (PAC members): $75
Not a member? Join the PAC
before registering for a workshop for a $50 Annual Membership.
Or add a one-time $50 Conference Fee in addition to the workshop fee. Only add to cart once regardless of how many workshops you register for.
