I was born and raised in the small town of Angels Camp, California and enjoyed painting since childhood. The foothills of the Sierras were filled with painting opportunities to learn oils, watercolor, and charcoal while attending Columbia Junior College in Sonora, California. Living in the western slope of Colorado for 25 years has brought many painting choices, yet my passion is pastels. After my first workshop learning to paint with pastels, I was hooked. This mediam allows me to express my love for color in a variety of subjects. I paint portraits, landscapes, animals and still lifes, my favorite being landscapes.
There is no better feeling than to create a piece of art that pleases the viewer. What could be more fulfilling than to do what you love and make others happy as a result?
Email Betsy at info@betsyblackard.com 
