---
title: Colored Pencil Society of America
description: Nonprofit organization promoting colored pencil as a fine art medium.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/colored-pencil-society-of-america'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-27'
updatedAt: '2026-10-11'
organizationType: Professional association
location: 'Pasadena, MD, United States'
website: 'https://cpsa.org/'
yearFounded: 1990
---

# Colored Pencil Society of America

*Professional association • Pasadena, MD, United States*

## About

Nonprofit organization promoting colored pencil as a fine art medium.

The Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA) is a nonprofit organization for colored pencil enthusiasts working to promote colored pencils as a fine art medium. It sponsors annual exhibitions and workshops, is involved in product research, and educates the public about the medium. CPSA also provides a network of district chapters around the United States and tests the lightfastness of colored pencil brands to elevate the medium's recognition.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1990
- **Location:** Pasadena, MD, United States
- **Website:** https://cpsa.org/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Colored-Pencil-Society-of-America-279071582264113/, instagram: https://instagram.com/coloredpencilsocietyofamerica/

## Programs

View current programs from Colored Pencil Society of America on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/colored-pencil-society-of-america