February 22 - 26 . 2010

5 Day . Painting the Landscape Inside and Out
Studio and Plein-Air

“When I paint outdoors, I liken the experience to having a conversation with Nature. It is as if she throws out a topic and we discuss it on canvas. I am listening to the thoughts of nature and, almost subconsciously, heightening some aspects of our conversation while eliminating others.”

The process of creating paintings both indoors and out requires an understanding of basic principles and diligent practice. This workshop will cover all aspects of developing an outdoor study from life and creating a definitive studio painting from the study and reference. We will spend the first two days battling the elements and developing outdoor paintings. We will take photo references to use during the second half of the workshop. During the final three days we will work in the studio, using the totality of our outdoor experience to develop a finished studio painting. Throughout the workshop, topics will include: drawing, composition, paint application, color, edge quality, types of light, planes, color temperature, and more. Demonstrations, individual and group critique will be offered.

I highly recommend you read “Carlson’s Guide to Landscape Painting” by John F. Carlson before attending this class.

“I believe to create good paintings and develop as an artist it is essential that you listen to nature. The result of this dialog is a distillation of everything that is before you into a statement of heightened reality. Through a contemplative interaction with your subject, you create something that is truly independent of yourself and nature-art."

We will paint from 8:00am – 4:00pm daily. I plan on painting during the evenings (5:00pm-sunset) throughout the workshop and welcome anyone who isn’t too tired to join me. Transportation needed.

To learn more about Charles Muench and his art visit www.charlesmuench.com

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