Paid Events

Federation of Canadian Artists Annual Plein Air Retreat

Date: September 17-22, 2023

Location: Flying U Ranch, BC (map)

Costs: $1,800 – $2,100

Description:

The Retreat is the Federation of Canadian Artist’s largest educational and social event of the year.

The 2023 Retreat takes place at the Flying U Ranch at 70 Mile House, British Columbia. Located in the Cariboo region of BC, you’ll experience some of the most breathtaking plein air painting locations BC has to offer. We have the entire ranch to ourselves, so being responsible and socially distant are no problems.

Accommodations are beautiful, but rustic. It is a working ranch! You can book your own private accommodation or share your cabin with a friend or family member.

In the company of our Master Instructors (Maria Josenhans, Ann Willsie, Perry Haddock, Jack Turpin) you’ll spend your days creating, painting and developing your skills, while painting en plein air. In the evenings, you’ll have the opportunity to join your peers for a variety of fun social events or take the time to relax and explore your surroundings.

 

Registration:

Registration is open at: https://federationacademy.ca/about-the-retreat

 

 

Ashcroft Plein Air 2023

Come enjoy the only true semi-arid desert in British Columbia.

Date: September 15th to 17th, 2023

Times:
Friday – Wine and Cheese Meet and Greet Reception 6-8 pm
Saturday – Artists Dinner 5-7 pm
Sunday – Lunch 1130-1:00 pm, Wet Show and Sale 3-5 pm

Location: Registration and meals at 501 Bancroft St Ashcroft BC

Cost: $100 for Artists; $50 for non-painting guests

 

More Information:

Rolling sagebrush-filled hills, a river running through and lots of historic buildings and houses to paint.

 

Registration:

Interested? Visit https://forms.gle/B5gDVgr6Jd9hioXs9

 

Plein Air Painting on the North Shore with Sheree Jones

Painting ‘en plein air’ is the best way to record your observations in any environment.

Date: September 12 & 13, 2023

Location: To be announced (based on weather conditions) in North and West Vancouver

Cost: $300.00

 

More Information:

In this two-day workshop, I will guide you through simple steps to making a good plein air study,

from choosing your subject – to editing and creating a solid composition in the field.

There will be an emphasis on simple design ideas & colour mixing with a limited palette.

You will spend each day on location making small studies that can inform your subsequent works in the studio.

Class is limited to 8 students, guaranteeing lots of one on one instruction

This workshop is designed for the experienced beginner & intermediate painter.

Oils are the medium of choice for this course, but water-soluble oils and acrylics are welcome.

 

Registration:

Interested? Contact Sheree Jones at sheree@shereejones.com

 

 

Plein Air Painting on the North Shore with Sheree Jones

Painting ‘en plein air’ is the best way to record your observations in any environment.

Date: July 11 & 12, 2023

Location: To be announced (based on weather conditions) in North and West Vancouver

Cost: $300.00

 

More Information:

In this two-day workshop, I will guide you through simple steps to making a good plein air study,

from choosing your subject – to editing and creating a solid composition in the field.

There will be an emphasis on simple design ideas & colour mixing with a limited palette.

You will spend each day on location making small studies that can inform your subsequent works in the studio.

Class is limited to 8 students, guaranteeing lots of one on one instruction

This workshop is designed for the experienced beginner & intermediate painter.

Oils are the medium of choice for this course, but water-soluble oils and acrylics are welcome.

 

Registration:

Interested? Contact Sheree Jones at sheree@shereejones.com

 

 

Plein Air Workshop in North Vancouver

Date: September 13-14, 2023

Location: Painting locations TBD

Costs: From $350pp + GST

Description:

Come paint with Charlie Easton and learn his method for painting fast, committed and impactful plein air pieces. Find your own plein air passion and receive expert feedback on your paintings in some of Vancouver’s most beautiful settings. Details at the link below.

 

Registration:

Register at:  https://charlieeaston.com/vancouverworkshop