The Sierra Pastel Society presents its 7th annual “Pastels on High” International Art Exhibition. This year’s judge and juror is none other than renowned pastelist Urania Christy Tarbet, with prizes ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 in cash and merchandise.

Catch the show through Oct. 25 at the Hang It Up Gallery in El Dorado Hills, Calif. (Town Center 4359, Town Center Blvd, Suite 113). Gallery hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday and Monday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. 916-939-1845.