The East Valley Tribune reports Allen Garns, art instructor at MCC, has just been honored by the Pastel Society.

“This was a small and rather quiet piece. Each year, many of the paintings in this show are often large and much more intense color – a common quality in pastel painting. So, I was especially surprised and honored to be chosen for this award,” Garns said.

Also quoted in the article is Gingher Leyendecker, who is a chair of the MCC Art Department.

“We are proud that he has been recognized for his talents and look forward to celebrating more successes in the future,” Leyendecker said.

Pastel Society honors Mesa artist’s painting _ Our Community _ eastvalleytribune.com_.pdf