A number of figures stand, shadow, and interact at a lush green park, complete with pond, tree, and rock formations. They seem to be echoes of the same sources. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”A Garden of Echoes”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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In a field dotted with the occasional tree, three people stand before a rock that has had several roses placed on top of it. There’s a sense of loss and ceremony. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Whatever’s Left”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of a sleeping monk of some kind, approached by three more robed figures. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

It’s been a long week, so I’m only going to post some #sketchbook work today and spend time recharging my batteries. Thanks again, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

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In a lush green wood two people come across a reclining woman holding a golden cup. The red sun breaks through the trees. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”The Cup-Bearer”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Emerging from a barren and beaten wasteland, past two stone formations, a line of people emerge into a green field. The closest figure to us reaches out to another figure collapsing onto a large stone. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Last Few Steps”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of two robed figures in the foreground, with two dancing figures in the background. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

I’m otherwise occupied today, so only time to post some #sketchbook work. Thanks to everyone who engages with my work here, I’ll be back tomorrow!

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The red sun sets in a purple sky over an ocean reflecting its lights. Three dance before this omen, while two walk away. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Those Who Stayed, Those Who Left”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Two people, wrapped in a large blanket, encounter each other’s physicalities in a springtime field of greenery and trees. During this encounter their eyes meet. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Confronting a Moment”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft in a backyard somewhere. Inside the book is a conte crayon plein air sketch of three statues amongst the greenery. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Spending the day with family, so I’ll just share a small backyard #pleinair from my #sketchbook and get back to it. See you around tomorrow!

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In a verdant field littered with bushes, plants, and a single tree, a group of four people can be seen. Three of them seem to be barring the way forward for the fourth. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Bar the Way”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of three figures. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

I have a lot of errands to run today, so only time to do some #sketchbook work before things get hectic. So I’ll see you tomorrow!

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Two people stand near a tree that is surrounded by lush greenery and flowers. In the pink sky a massive red sun sits. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”A Verdant Time”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a red-dominant conte crayon sketch of four figures near a rock. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Had appointments out and about today, so I’ve only had time to do some #sketchbook work during lunch, so it goes. See you tomorrow!

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Near a red plain under a sunset sky we see two people having an interaction near a wall or barrier of some kind. One is leaning on it, while the other gestures. In the foreground a third figure watches warily. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Boundaries”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of three figures on a red plain. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Going to focus on some admin stuff in the studio today, so I’ll just share some morning #sketchbook work this time around. See you tomorrow!

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In the distance, on a red plain, a crowned tower from the tarot card The Tower stands. In the foreground a protest has erupted against its corrupt power-over. People hold signs and chant. The weather is changing. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”The Forecast”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Four people can be seen on a red landscape lit by a red sun. The two central figures seem to be having a conversation, while being observed by one of the figures standing back. The fifth figure seems oblivious. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Under Your Sky”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Three people walk in a field covered with greenery. A single large tree stands in the middle distance, while mountains frame a red sky. One of the people points the way, but they look lost. The piece is done with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”We Were Lost”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of three figures standing near a tree. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Anticipating a busy day today, so I’ll just share some morning #sketchbook work so I can get to it! See you around tomorrow!

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Two people talk at a small table near a treeline while a red sun sits in a pink sky. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”At the Treeline”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Three large rock formations jutting to the sky like Ebenezers dot a ocean beachfront. One figure clings to a rock in the middle distance while five more figures queue behind the rock in the foreground. Perhaps they are enacting some sort of cleansing or memorializing ritual. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Like Monuments”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Two people stand in lush greenery near a creek. One person places their hand on the other in an almost ritualistic way. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Your Absolution”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Before a rock formation crowned by a giant red sun, five figures stand. Most face the viewer, with one turned away. The countenances grim or anxious. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Facing the Moment”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Two figures converge near a grassy field. One leans on a rock formation of some kind, while the other approaches in the foreground. A row of trees can be seen in the distance, all under a red sky. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”How You Find Me”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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In a field near a mountain range, under a pink sky where a red sun swims in clouds, four figures stand. One makes some kind of offer to another, extending their hand while two others watch from a distance. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”The Offer”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of four figures standing next to some trees. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Only time to share some morning #sketchbook work today - have a lot of appointments to keep, alas! I should be back tomorrow with something more considered.

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A single person stands before a pool of water that is surrounded by greenery and trees. The sky glows red. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Emerging”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A hand holds a hardbound sketchbook aloft over an artist’s desk strewn with materials. Inside the book is a conte crayon sketch of two robed figures standing in front of a tree. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Still recovering from yesterday, definitely not at 100 percent yet, but I did manage to do some quick #sketchbook work. Hopefully I’ll be fully back online tomorrow! See you around!

#jasonthomaspitzl #artsky #drawing #contecrayon #art #artist

A picture of my drawing table which is strewn with oil pastels and pads of paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

I’ve finally succumbed to an illness making its way through the household - so I’ll sadly have to put off studio time today while I recuperate. Hopefully back in shape tomorrow? Here’s hoping!

#jasonthomaspitzl

Two people approach the third in a sparse field dotted with a few trees. They seem to be leading the individual towards something or someone. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

”Into a Fold”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

#jasonthomaspitzl #expressionism #contemporaryart #pnwartist #pdxartist #oilpastel #oilpastelart #artsky #dailyart #fineart #artist #drawing #artonpaper #worksonpaper #vancouverwashingtonartist #vancouverwaartist