International Pastel Festival

2025 Edition — 25 Years of Pastel in Feytiat

The 25th edition of the International Pastel Festival marked a quarter-century of artistic excellence in Feytiat. From June 28 to August 31, 2025, the Espace Georges Brassens hosted nearly 7,500 visitors who came to admire some 300 works by professional pastel artists from around the world. The opening weekend featured continuous demonstrations, artist meet-and-greets, and a trade show for pastel and paper manufacturers. The Public's Favorite received over 3,100 votes and was awarded to Gisèle Hurtaud for her pastel portrait "Au marché de Wallia." No less than 49 paintings were sold during this anniversary edition.