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@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 21, 2026, 7:26 PM

“The Nature of Fate”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A person stands in front of three robed figures, all illuminated by a massive red moon in the sky. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 20, 2026, 9:35 PM

I’ve been needed around the house today, so #sketchbook work for posting it is! Thanks for being here, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

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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 near a tree. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 19, 2026, 7:37 PM

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

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We see three people in a field of sunflowers under an overcast sky that is starting to disperse with the sun. One figure points away while talking to another, there’s a sense they are lost. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 18, 2026, 7:56 PM

Decided I wanted to focus more on the #underpainting of my new in-progress #oilpainting today. I’ve also included a couple detail shots as well! Still early days, but nice to get to it!

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An unfinished oil painting sits on an easel in an artist’s studio. The canvas depicts a group of people reacting to a lunar eclipse. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Detail shot: 1 - a group of people debating

An unfinished oil painting sits on an easel in an artist’s studio. The canvas depicts a group of people reacting to a lunar eclipse. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

Detail shot: 2 - a close up of the most prominent figure’s head.

An unfinished oil painting sits on an easel in an artist’s studio. The canvas depicts a group of people reacting to a lunar eclipse. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 17, 2026, 6:05 PM

Appointments out today prevent me from a prolonged studio session, so only some #sketchbook work to post today! Thanks again, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

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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 landscape. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 16, 2026, 6:25 PM

Only time to post some morning #sketchbook work today! Thanks for coming along with me as I share my process here, I’ll see you tomorrow!

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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 three figures. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 15, 2026, 8:15 PM

“The End of the Debate”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Before a grey ocean we see a number of robed figures. The ones in the background gesture towards the sea, while the ones in the foreground despair and recriminate. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 14, 2026, 10:02 PM

Getting started on the #underpainting of my new in-progress #oilpainting - just some first steps. Plus a peek at my art studio! Have a good one!

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@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 13, 2026, 8:22 PM

“Naked as the Storm Approaches”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Two people can be seen near some rocks on a vast plain. One is clothed, seated, and watching the other, who has lost their clothing. Above them a storm brews. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 12, 2026, 11:04 PM

“Another Thing Coming”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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A group of people stand in a clearing near a forest. The person near the front stands in front of a candle while the others look on. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 11, 2026, 10:25 PM

It has been a very #sketchbook heavy week, this week. What can I say? Sometimes you eat the bear, and sometimes, well, the bear eats you. Better luck next time! See you tomorrow!

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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. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 8:36 PM

I’ve only got time to share some morning #sketchbook work today. Thanks again, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

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

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 robed figures. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 9, 2026, 11:37 PM

“Two Saints”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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In a field of flowers two saints stand. The sky is washed out purples and reds, and both figures stand facing us. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 8, 2026, 7:27 PM

Multiple responsibilities vie for my attention today, so only time to share some #sketchbook work. Have a good one, and I’ll see you around tomorrow!

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

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.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 7, 2026, 9:33 PM

Getting more work done on the #underdrawing of my new #oilpainting - it’s nice to slow down and consider the bones. Plus a peek at some recently completed paintings! Have a good one!

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@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 9:26 PM

“Appeals to Reason”
(Oil pastels on paper, 14x11, 2026, J. Pitzl)

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Two people stand under a red sun in the sky, one gesturing to the other. The piece is made with oil pastels on paper. Art by Jason Thomas Pitzl.

@jasonthomaspitzl.bsky.social Sep 5, 2026, 8:57 PM

I’m full of activities today, so I can only quickly share some #sketchbook work. Have a good one, and I’ll see you around tomorrow!

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