About Roberta

Roberta Combs uses vibrant color, extreme lighting, and dramatic composition to portray her realistic subject matter. Her still life paintings create an intimate view of her subject matter. Her portraits evoke personal emotion from their viewers. “I love the rich, buttery texture and the clean velvet color of pastels. They allow simple scenes and common items to be transformed with beautiful light and delicious drama."

"Half A Dozen Apples" receives The Directors Award

The Northwest Pastel Society 28th International Exhibition was held at The American Art Company in Tacoma, WA. "Half A Dozen Apples" received The Directors Award during the show.

Portrait Painting

This article focuses on the details and care of creating a portrait. It stresses the fact that artists must learn to see what they are looking at and to suppress the pre conceived ideas we have of shape, colors and rules.

Calgary Workshop – Federation of Canadian Artists, Calgary Chapter

May 23, 24, 25 - Still Life: Glass and Silver
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Southwest Art Magazine

Still Life & Floral - Pastel: 12 x 24 has been awarded First Place, Still Life & Floral and has been featured in the Southwest Art Magazine.

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