This exhibition of pastel art by members of the Lake Country Pastel Society raises awareness of pastel as a unique and beautiful art form, demonstrating the highest levels of the artistic expression in landscape, cityscape and portraiture. The exhibition showcases local winners of nation and international pastel competitions.

The Pastel Society has expanded its profile of artists from the Minneapolis/St. Paul area to statewide and now with members as far away as Australia.

The American Swedish Institute's Community Gallery Program features the work of Minnesota artists and art collectives. As an organization comittted to connecting globally and engaging locally, ASI also acknowledges the varied and vibrant arts communities locally and regionally.