Unlock Your Creativity with the Pastel Insider Membership!
Dive into exclusive weekly lessons that go beyond the basics, offering step-by-step guidance, original line art, and valuable techniques to elevate your art. As a member, you’ll also gain access to my full library of online classes and a supportive community of like-minded pastel enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to refine your skills, the Pastel Insider is your gateway to confident, inspired creating.
New Class! Simply Magic 2
A Mixed Media Adventure with Black PanPastel.
Ignite your creativity with Simply Magic 2, a step-by-step course where you’ll create a stunning 18x24 whimsical guide infused with your personal Word of the Year. Choose from six hand-drawn inspirational words—or craft your own—and bring deeper meaning to your creative journey.
Using just five essential tools, including black PanPastel and Golden’s gold paint, you’ll explore techniques to simplify your process and create breathtaking results. With detailed line art and guided instruction, this class ensures a positive and inspiring experience for all skill levels.
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Join Me Live on YouTube Every Tuesday!
Ignite your creativity and be part of the action during my public livestreams on YouTube, where I share a preview of the week’s pastel painting for my Pastel Insider Membership. These sessions are packed with inspiration, tips for working with soft pastel, and the joy of connecting with a vibrant creative community.
Want to dive deeper?
As a Pastel Insider member, you’ll unlock exclusive access to the complete lesson—step-by-step videos, original line art, and in-depth guidance to confidently recreate each piece.
Mark your calendar, bring your curiosity, and let’s explore the magic of soft pastels together every Tuesday!
Unlock Mixed Media Magic - FREE Lesson
Ready to dive into a creative adventure? In this lesson, we’ll combine watercolor, PanPastel, and pastel pencils to create a whimsical and vibrant mixed media piece.
PanPastel Classes
Explore my growing collection of online soft pastel classes designed to inspire and elevate your creativity. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, there's something here for every artist. Join me on a colorful journey and unlock new possibilities in your art!
Welcome to My Art World
Hi, I’m Dawn Vander Stoep!
Art has been my passion for over two decades, but everything changed when I discovered PanPastel seven years ago. It unlocked a whole new world for me, and now I’m excited to share that same joy and creative freedom with you.
With the loving push of my family, I started livestreaming on YouTube in February 2024—something that was definitely out of my comfort zone! But it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ve found my calling in connecting with such an amazing and supportive creative community, helping others along their artistic journeys, and sharing what I love.
As a soft pastel instructor, I offer online, self-paced classes that make this beautiful medium accessible and fun for everyone. I truly believe there’s something magical about soft pastels, and I love demystifying them for others. My art is collected by people around the world, and I’m so grateful to create full-time from my home studio in Milwaukie, Oregon.
My work is all about celebrating the connection between us, the world around us, and the joy that flows through it all. With a background in Graphic Design, Digital Scrapbooking, Rubber Stamping, Altered Journaling, and Mixed Media, I bring a little bit of everything into my pastel creations, making each piece uniquely my own.
Outside of art, I love spending time in nature—gardening, hiking, traveling, and camping are some of my favorite ways to recharge. A fun fact? I have weekly gaming dates with a long-time friend, and I’m always on the lookout for a good show to binge! And, of course, I can’t forget about my studio buddy, Sunny, who’s always by my side while I create.
Whether through my YouTube livestreams, classes, or whimsical pastel paintings, my goal is simple: to inspire others to embrace their creativity and find joy in the process. I’m so excited to be on this journey with you!
Art Studio Tour
Join me for a tour of my magical art studio. I will show you where I love to create my soft pastel paintings. I enjoy bringing nature inside my studio as I've made a living wall. See my whimsical meditation space. This is a fun behind-the-scenes look at my creative life.
