Pastel artwork designed to bring hope, harmony and serenity.
Selected Works
A curated selection of recent pastel artwork, each piece crafted to evoke a sense of peace and wonder.
Meet Karina Mosser
Karina Mosser has been an artist and art educator in the Washington, DC area since the 1990s. She has developed a signature blending technique that adds extraordinary brilliance to her colours, working primarily in soft pastel and PanPastel.
A proud member of the Pastel Society of America, Karina holds a degree in education and art studies from Moscow University. Her work is intended to project strong feelings of hope, harmony and serenity.
Karina has long believed that appreciation of art offers benefits to everyone — research connects immersion in visual art to human flourishing, reducing pain and illness while increasing feelings of altruism and cooperation.
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The Commission Process
From consultation to delivery, every commission is a collaborative journey to create something truly personal.
Consultation
Share your vision and discuss the subject, style and size of your bespoke artwork.
Creation
Karina brings your vision to life with her signature pastel blending technique.
Review
Review progress photos and provide feedback to ensure the piece is perfect.
Delivery
Your finished artwork is carefully packaged and delivered to your door.
Tutorials & Learning
Join Karina on Patreon to access exclusive tutorials, demonstration videos and expert guidance. Learn her signature blending techniques that add extraordinary brilliance to pastels.
Whether you are a beginner exploring pastels for the first time or an experienced artist seeking to refine your technique, Karina's teaching draws on over 20 years of experience.
Classes & Events
With over 20 years of arts-centred teaching experience, Karina offers classes for every level and occasion.
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction tailored to your skill level and artistic goals.
Group Workshops
Collaborative learning in small groups with hands-on pastel techniques.
Paint Nights
Fun, social evenings creating pastel art in a relaxed, inspiring setting.
Corporate Events
Team building through art — creative workshops for companies of all sizes.
What Collectors Say
Karina captured the soul of our beloved dog in a way that brought tears to our eyes. The pastel work is absolutely breathtaking — every stroke radiates warmth and love.
Sarah M.
Pet Portrait Commission
The workshop was transformative. Karina's patience and expertise made me feel like a real artist for the first time. I left with a finished piece I'm genuinely proud of.
James R.
Workshop Participant
Karina's landscape now hangs in our living room and it genuinely changes the atmosphere of the entire space. There is a serenity to her work that photographs cannot capture.
Emily T.
Art Collector
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Whether you are looking to acquire artwork, commission a bespoke piece, or explore pastel techniques through classes, Karina would love to hear from you.