Pastels demo will be held at Simi library

Artist Meli Calkins will lead a workshop on painting with pastels at 7 p.m. Friday, April 18 at the Simi Valley Library, 2969 Tapo Canyon Road.

Calkins, who has been painting for over 30 years, will emphasize laying on the pastels, mixing colors on the paper, and the composition of dark and light.

Her work features views of the central California coast, wilderness, animals, portraits, and has been exhibited in the area. She has won awards in galleries and art shows.

A donation of $7 is requested at the door.

For more information, call Michelle Adler at (805) 5264599.