Plein Air Painting in Carpinteria, CA

Service Description

Painting in this little coastal city was such a joy last winter! There are so many great locations and varying views. This class is Thursday to Monday- incorporating President's day holiday to maximize your vacation time. ***This is a popular area in February, so book your accommodations now - even if you are undecided about the workshop- look for free cancellation! (This booking is for tuition, and doesn't include food, lodging, and transportation.) The structure of each day may vary based on weather, but plan for 5 - 7 total hours of painting each day broken up into morning and later afternoon sessions to take advantage of best light. That means you have time for a leisurely lunch and a nap on the beach. If you are already a plein air painter, this class will help you mix up your routines and gain some fresh color approaches. 1. Learn strategies to make the best use of your time in the field 2. Practice color techniques in the studio, so you can premix harmonious colors 3. Learn painting strategies that work with fewer tubes of paint 4. Improve your success rate with on-site paintings 5. Connect with fellow artists= future plein air painting buddies! ****This class is not designed for beginner painters. You should have some experience with color mixing and paint application prior to this workshop. I'll be teaching in oils, but oil or acrylic paint is acceptable. Supply list for plein air: Some kind of portable easel system. (Need help? Ask me.) A wet painting carrier that works for your panel sizes. Paint: ( I use M. Graham oils. Please avoid student grade paints. ) Titanium White -fast dry formula Ultramarine Blue Alizarin Crimson Azo yellow (or medium cadmium yellow) Transparent Iron red oxide ( or burnt sienna ) Teal or turquoise (Optional) Quinacridone violet (Optional) Indian yellow (Optional) Nickel Quinacridone Gold (Optional) canvases or panels size from 8x10 to 11x14 (your preference! we will use a couple each day) brushes-- your choice of assortment plus at least 2 long bristle brushes about 1/4 inch wide- one filbert and one flat end. I can lend you one if you aren't sure or can't find! paper towels Grey Palette paper a palette knife gloves if you use them a small sealable glass or metal jar for thinner ( I provide the thinner/solvent) a sense of adventure, connection, and fun!