Stuck in a creative slump? Put that zing back into your pastel paintings with our Creative Spark challenge, an interactive column from the magazine with rewards. Send in your work, and you could win a fabulous prize from The Pastel Journal or one of our sponsors—and have your piece published on our website.

Take a look at some of the previous challenges and winners below for inspiration. Plus, see the editors’ other favorite entries on our blog.

Creative Spark: Extraordinary in the Ordinary (December 2009)

Creative Spark: Seasonal Celebration (October 2009)
 
Creative Spark: Taking Advantage (August 2009)

Creative Spark: Return to Me (June 2009)

Creative Spark: Perpetual Motion (April 2009)

Creative Spark: Grappling with Grays (February 2009)

Creative Spark: Mix It Up (October 2008)

Creative Spark: Pick a Color (August 2008)

Creative Spark: Get in Shape (June 2008)

Creative Spark: Get Out of Town (April 2008)

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