A Guided Outdoor Painting Workshop

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Date: June 29 and July 6 (2 consecutive)

Time: Sunday mornings, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Present Art Studio (map)

Costs: Cost: $150

Description:

This two-session plein air workshop invites participants to explore the urban landscape around Vancouver’s historic Sun Tower through guided painting sessions. Working with gouache — a versatile, opaque water-based medium ideal for layering and quick drying — or the opaque paint medium of their choice (oils or acrylics), participants will develop their skills in composition, color mixing, and working from observation on location. Designed for both beginners and experienced artists, this workshop offers supportive instruction, focused practice, and the opportunity to respond creatively to the unique textures and atmosphere of the downtown core. One week will be more focused on making composition decisions, and the other on matching colours.

We will practice making and using view-finders to plan a compelling composition. Participants will learn how to go from small sketch to bigger painting, mix accurate colours using a limited palette, and adapt to changing light outdoors.
Participants who already have a painting set-up appropriate for outdoors are invited to bring that.
For participants who do not have their own materials, gouache paint and all materials necessary for working with gouache will be provided.

Materials provided:

  • Gouache
  • Easels, boards, and brushes
  • Plastic palettes and spray bottles
  • Toned paper and watercolour paper
  • Binder clips
  • Paper towels
  • Masking tape

Registration:

For more info, visit Eventbrite.

 

 

 

 

 

Plein Air One on One Instruction w Michael King

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Want to try your hand at Plein Air Painting but don’t know where to start or need guidance when it comes to painting outside?

Date: Booking between March 2 – Dec 18, 2022

Location: From West Vancouver to the Fraser Valley

Cost: From $150.00

Supply List: Your own painting gear for painting outside or Michael can supply one Plein Air, oil painting setup if needed.

 

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More Information:

Schedule one on one or a small group (up to four artists) of private Plein Air instruction. Just choose the date and time that suits your schedule. Registration link below.

Each session is 3 hours long and you will paint at one of Michael’s favourite spots or he can find a location close to you*.

Sessions cover how to choose what to paint, composition, what to look out for, what the best approach is, etc. Alternatively, each session can be customized towards your specific requirements and questions.

*From West Vancouver to the Fraser Valley only.

 

Registration:

It is easy to register with no credit card required when submitting your appointment. Payment can be over the internet (visa/mastercard), in person (visa/mastercard), or cash.

Please Visit: https://michaelking.ca/book-an-appointment/

 

Michael’s Plein Air Pieces:

 

LANDSCAPE PAINTING:  EN PLEIN AIR & STUDIO

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Date: September 21 – October 12, 2019

Location: TBD

Costs: $225 + GST

Description:

In this class, you will create landscape paintings with beautiful and convincing space. Practice painting outdoors (en plein air), as well as painting indoors at the school from photos.

Our aim is to demystify the landscape painting process by teaching straightforward, easy to understand steps. You are welcome to use photos we provide, or bring your own

 

Registration:

More info at www.canvasmethod.ca/classes/fall-courses

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 2019

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Date: April 13, 2019

Location: Queen Elizabeth Park @ W 33rd Ave and Cambie

Costs: $45 CAD plus tax

Description:

The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is presenting Plein-Air Session at Queen Elizabeth Park this Spring on April 13 from 10:30am-2:30 pm!

Open your eyes and discover the richness of the world always present. Maestro Alfonso Tejada will guide you and your creative spirit to explore the beauty of the season through watercolour.

If you are interested please sign up and register on our website listed below. We hope to see you all there!

 

Registration:

Visit: https://www.vcbf.ca/community-event/plein-air-painting-class

 

Watercolor Painting Week

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Date: July 8-12, 2019

Location: Various locations in Vancouver

Costs: $280

Description:

Enjoy outdoors with a paintbrush in hand. In this week long Plein Air you will explore textures and find best compositions for painting nature, seascapes and buildings. You will focus on intensive investigation of space and details, and will train observation.

Patient instructor will introduce you to a basic principles of catching the light and color in the outdoor settings. Classes will consist of field trips and hands-on painting, as well as technical instruction and individual guidance.

 

Registration:

Visit: www.vancouveratelier.com