Plein Air Landscapes in Watercolor

Class Fee:

$70.00

One-Day Class. Simplifying plein air painting to capture a sense of natural light and atmosphere as stand alone work or studio reference in watercolor. Participants will learn to see “painterly”: converting what one sees to simple marks in a variety of media and recognizing the visual elements that matter to picture making.

Class Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM with a lunch break from noon – 1:00 PM. Bring a sack lunch or order from a local restaurant.

Location: Class location will be determined by the instructor the week prior to class. Students will be notified by phone or email by John.

Class Size: 3 minimum / 10 maximum

Materials: John will demonstrate in watercolor. Please contact John for a suggested list of materials to bring. ((641) 451-4704 or email jpreston@netins.net)

Upcoming Classes...

Saturday, Aug. 15th, 2020 from 9:00am until 4:00pm
Location: Rose Garden Along Des Moines River - 29000 Hawk Drive • Bentonsport, IA 52565 [Map]
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Villages Folk School
P.O. Box 532, 809 1st Street
Keosauqua, Iowa 52565

Join others as they gather in the Villages of Van Buren to learn from the resident artisans in their personal studios. Spend a weekend plein air painting along the Des Moines River, or step back in time as you throw bowls in a Pottery Shop. The inspiring and relaxing atmosphere of scenic Van Buren County, Iowa is, and will continue to be, a haven for creative beings.