OH! PLEIN AIR
Paint en Plein Air with Ursula Medley assisted by Elton Sutherland
beginner & experienced painters welcome
DATE: Sunday June 22, 2025
TIME: 11am - 4pm
LOCATION: Catnip’s Garden, historic tiskʷat with view of Powell River Mill
COST: $200 plus taxes, includes all materials: paint palette, paint, medium, OMS, brushes, canvas board primed 2x, gloves, easel, paper towels, paint shapers, water soluble pencil crayons
In this full day workshop, participants will learn:
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how to connect with and select your subject from a vast option of possibilities
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basic composition and layout of your image
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simple and effective colour mixing including: value, hue, temperature and saturation
Using oil paints, the traditional medium for plein air painting, a morning demo by Ursula will introduce you to an easy way to get your work started and completed in the limited time of working outside, where light can easily change in a matter of moments.
In the afternoon, Ursula & Elton will cheer you on with personal assistance as you get going with a loose and quick sketch on your canvas. From there, using light source and basic local colour theory, your work will develop to a final spontaneous dance with your loaded brush to bring out the dramatic highlights and shadows for your finished work.
Ursula is passionate to share this method, developed over 30 years experience in painting from life in the open air, in exquisitely beautiful qathet, Princess Louisa Inlet, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Yucatan.
Get out there! in the open air for a day of socializing and painting from life.
Wear comfortable layered clothing, sunhat.
(NB: There is an indoor contingency plan in case of rain ...)
WORKSHOPS FINE PRINT
Payment is due in advance. Your spot is not confirmed until full payment is received.
Cancellation policy: Stuff happens. We totally understand that despite your best intentions, you may not be able to attend because life. If you cancel at least 4 days in advance of the workshop, we can give you a full refund. If you cancel within 4 days of the workshop, we will refund 75% of the fee.
Miscellaneous information: Masks of any kind are welcome, but not required. Masks are not provided. People may eat/drink at any time. This event takes place indoors. Due to the size of the space, social distancing will not be available. The workshop is limited to 8 participants. This location is wheelchair accessible; however, the bathroom is not. There is a sink for handwashing available on-site. Please bring your own hand sanitizer if you wish. Rapid-testing is not required before attending this event. Vaccinations are not required.