Plein Air workshop in Canmore, AB - 18th & 19th June, 2022 (waitlist only)
Small group (max 8) plein air workshop. Rain, snow or shine - there’s ALWAYS something great to paint. Come prepared for two days outside, and to be inspired by the insane scenery in this unbelievable place. Official hours will be 10-4, but there may be an optional evening painting session on the Saturday night, weather dependant.
$350pp + GST (refundable before 1st June)
all spaces now on hold - submit the form to Join the waitlist
Description
Some workshops aim to teach you exactly how to paint in a very specific way. This is not one of those workshops. Yes, this course will be packed with tips, techniques, exercises and advice on how to create beautiful paintings in oils or acrylics, but most importantly we’ll be helping you to find your own plein air voice.
The unpredictability of painting outside, the fleeting beauty of the Albertan mountain landscape, and our own unique way of perceiving our surroundings all combine to make plein air painting so exciting, and it makes me feel alive! So, this workshop will help you to recognize your own inner painting passion, and to harness it in a way that speaks loudest to anyone that sees your work.
We’ll also spend time helping you to love the vagaries and the foibles of plein air painting, allowing you to get what you can from any outdoor painting adventure, allowing you to create and hone your masterpieces back in the comfort of your studio.
As a teacher, I aim to provide an environment that allows you to flourish as an artist: positivity, support, timely advice and a gentle dose of cracking-the-whip will help you to become the painter you want to be. Join us!
Brief course outline
Each day will start with a demo, continue with one-on-one instruction as you paint, and finish with a short critique and debrief.
Day 1 - Telling a strong story in your painting – getting your inspiration onto canvas to maximum effect.
Day 2 – Seeing colour and using shadows to build dimension to your pieces.