Paid Events

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:

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Beginners Plein Air :: Qualicum Beach

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We will meet at one of several beautiful locations close to The Old Schoolhouse Arts Center to paint.

Date: July 11th through August 22nd, 2024

Location: Qualicum Beach

Time: 9:30am -12 noon each session

Costs: $260.00

More Info:

It will give beginners a foothold and success but more advanced painters can come for the joy of it, and also get help and tips from the instructor.

 

Registration:

ONLINE or Contact the Old Schoolhouse Arts Center to sign up 250-752-6133.

 

 

Plein Air in Kelowna with Michael King

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A two-day plein air workshop in Central Okanagan focusing on design and how to ensure a more unified and focused painting.

Date: September 28-29, 2024

Location: Kelowna, BC. Exact locations TBA

Costs: $285 Members, $310 Non-Members

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Ashcroft Plein Air 2024

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Come experience an Oasis in the Desert in Ashcroft, BC, tucked in a valley bordering the Thomspon River.

Date: June 7 to 9th 2024

Location: Ashcroft, BC

Costs: $100 per Artist ($50 for non-painting guests)

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Federation of Canadian Artists Annual Plein Air Retreat

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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