The Tucson Pastel Society is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events.
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The Tucson Pastel Society Art Center2447 N. Los Altos Ave. Tucson, Arizona 85705 |
The Classroom
The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) art center is conveniently located in central Tucson next to 1st and Grant Rd. and has 1800 square feet of open space. The back door is always open during course sessions. If the front door is locked, please ring the bell and we let you in.
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| The Tucson Pastel Society Art Center Classroom |
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| Tucson Pastel Society |
Meet the Owners!
TPS is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS sponsors programs, exhibits, and events that encourage and support the artistic goals of its members; provides opportunities for members to experience fun and camaraderie; offers professional development among its members; unites artists who enjoy working with soft pastels; educates and promotes the appreciation of pastel fine art; interact and collaborates with other art groups and organizations; engages in community outreach; contributes charitable donations to worthy causes and groups; and inspires artists to dream, discover, create and celebrate individual creativity.
Address
2447 N. Los Altos Ave.
Tucson, Arizona 85705
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Directions
From the West
Grant Road and I-10, east on Grant, turn left after Geronimo Ave, onto N. Los Altos Ave (right before Fry's parking lot). Just one block north of Grant Road on the left (Westside) of N. Los Altos Ave.
From the East
Go West on Grant Road, after 1st Ave then go right onto N. Los Altos Ave (right after the Fry's parking lot). Just one block north of Grant Road on the left (Westside) of N. Los Altos Ave.
Parking
Is free behind the building, use the driveway. Parking is available on the street in front of the building and is free.
Restaurants Close By
There are plenty of restaurants close by if you are looking to have lunch before, after, or in between your classes.
Within walking distance
- Little Caesars Pizza - Pizza
- Mandarin Grill - Chinese food
- McDonald's - Fast food
- Presta Coffee Roasters - Coffee only or light snacks
- Sausage Deli - local sandwich shop
- Sher-E-Punjab - Indian Restaurant
- Subway - sandwiches
- Fatman Kitchen - Chinese Food
Within driving distance
- BK Tacos
- El Berraco - This place is fanastic for dinner as well!
- Govinda's Natural Foods Buffet - Vegetarian Cuisine
- Impress Hot Pot
Stores Close By
There are plenty of stores close by if you need any items in between your classes.
