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The Farms: Plein Air Painting
Allerton Park & Retreat Center
515 Old Timber Rd.
Monticello, Illinois 61856
(217) 333-3287
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Get outside and express your creativity at Plein Air Painting on
Friday through Sunday, May 22 to 24 from 12-4 p.m.
Students will start with a brief discussion each day at the designated
meeting location then head outdoors to paint with their preferred medium.
Instructor Deb Marett will guide students in this unique opportunity to capture
the true colors, light, and atmosphere of the park as it changes in real time.
Working directly in nature will challenge artists to respond quickly
to shifting light and weather leading to dynamic and expressive brushwork.
Not only will students grow in their technique, but plein air painting often
lends itself to a restorative and calming practice.
$175/person (ages 15+).
Register here.
Registration will close May 15 or when capacity is reached.
Students should bring:
— Medium of their choice (i.e. oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastel) in a portable palette
— Plein Air easel suitable for the medium of choice (the easel needs to be flat for watercolors)
— Brushes in various sizes suitable for the medium of choice
— Canvas panels, Watercolor paper, or other paper suitable for medium of choice in a block or on a board taped down. Please have enough for several paintings
— Small Sketch pad and pencil
— Rags/paper towels as you use in your practice and trash bags for disposal
— Water bottle and container for rinsing brushes
— Tote bag for easy carrying
Other suggested items:
— Sunscreen & bug spray
— Brimmed Hat
— Folding chair or stool
— Refillable water bottle & snacks
— Gloves if you use them in your practice