Enriching Lives Through Art: Adult/Teen Classes

• Plein Air Painting Workshop
• Instructor: Kimberly Rossiter
• Dates:
• Saturday, February 21
• Sunday, February 22
• Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
• Ages: Adults (14 y/o & up)
• Maximum enrollment: 8
• Fee: $35 (25% off for members — $26.25)*

This workshop is an introductory en plein air methods course, not a class on how to paint from the beginning. The purpose of the workshop is to introduce students to the why and how of plein air painting, including equipment selection, efficient setup, location scouting, safety considerations, and commonly used plein air methods. The goal is for students to complete a small study painted en plein air, rather than a fully finished studio piece.

Participants should have prior experience with the medium of their choice (oil, acrylic, watercolor, or pastel). While beginners are welcome, this workshop will not cover foundational painting skills such as color mixing, brush handling, or drawing basics. The workshop is designed as a two-day experience:

● Day 1 focuses on preparation and knowledge-building, including equipment, setup, scouting locations, safety in the field, and an overview of plein air practices.

● Day 2 focuses on hands-on application, with students setting up their equipment and completing a study using the alla prima (wet-on-wet) painting method. To allow for focused learning and consistency, the study will be completed indoors in a studio setting.

We will have materials available for all mediums. By the end of the workshop, each student will complete a small 5” x 7” piece of artwork and gain confidence in both the technical and practical aspects of plein air painting.

This is an in-person class. Register in person or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. *Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request. This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.

• FREE Weekly Drawing Class
• Thursday 6 - 8 pm
• Instructor: Ann Buchau
• All ages welcome

Enjoy this online step-by-step drawing class in the comfort and safety of your own home via Zoom. Each week your instructor will focus on a different topic, technique or subject with the ultimate goal of improving and developing your own unique style. This class is open to anyone in our local community with a desire to draw — any age, any level. To attend, simply email us at sr.fine.arts.ctr@gmail.com to get your name on the list. After you register for this free class you will be emailed a link with instructions.

This class is made possible by generous donations from Drs. Patricia and Jay Chapman as well as many of our members and participants.