Richard Pionk was my first contact with pastel paint.
He was a giving teacher. A genius artist. And a kind and caring man. He died on June 5, 2007.
A memorial fund for him has been setup at the Salmagundi Club and the funds will be used to promote excellence in oil and pastel works of art. You will find all the information by clicking the link below:
http://www.richardpionk.org