📅 Sunday, November 3rd 📍 Leo Carrillo Beach, Malibu | 🕒 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
What to Expect:
- Live demo on mastering light and shadow techniques.
- Learn to capture natural light in a stunning beach setting.
- Hands-on plein-air painting guidance.
- Personal feedback to improve your compositions.
- Creative, supportive environment with fellow artists.
Pricing:
- Early Bird Special (Now – Oct 15): $150
- Regular Price (After Oct 15): $195
Supplies:
- Bring your own supplies including easel
- Or rent a kit + easel for $35
Itinerary for Mastering Light and Shadows – A Plein-Air Workshop
📍 Location: Leo Carrillo Beach, Malibu
📅 Date: Sunday, November 3rd
🕒 Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM (please arrive earlier to set up)
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Arrival and Setup
- Meet at the designated location at Leo Carrillo Beach.
- Set up your materials and easels (rented kits will be provided at this time).
- Enjoy a brief introduction to the day’s activities.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Workshop Overview and Demo Introduction
- Overview of the day’s goals, including key concepts on light and shadow.
- Introduction to plein-air techniques.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Live Demonstration
- Watch a live demo focusing on capturing natural light and shadows in the landscape.
- Observe brushwork, color mixing, and composition techniques in real-time.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: First Painting Session
- Begin your first painting, applying the techniques demonstrated.
- Daniel will provide individual feedback and guidance as you work.
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
- Bring your own lunch and enjoy a relaxing break by the beach.
- Use this time to discuss ideas with fellow students or ask questions.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Second Painting Session
- Start a second piece, or continue refining your first one.
- Focus on enhancing your use of light and shadow based on the morning’s feedback.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Group Review and Feedback
- Gather as a group to review selected works.
- Daniel will offer constructive feedback and tips for improvement.
- Open Q&A for any lingering questions.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Final Touches and Wrap-Up
- Apply final touches to your paintings with guidance.
- Closing remarks, next steps, and information on future workshops.
- Pack up supplies and enjoy the end of a creative day!
Remember to Bring:
- Sunscreen, hat, water, lunch and snacks.
- Your own supplies (or rent a kit for $35, including easel).
Register Now: BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW!
Contact Us: 310-869-4209 or Daniel@RaminfardArt.com
PAST WORKSHOPS:
Color & Composition, Edgar Payne’s Way!
Location: Raminfard School of Arts | Date: Sunday, October 6th | Time: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Workshop Overview:
This workshop is designed to immerse artists in the principles of color and composition as taught by Edgar Payne, with a focus on landscape painting.
Through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on painting, participants will learn how to create strong, balanced compositions and use color effectively to capture the essence of outdoor scenes.
Schedule:
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Welcome and Introduction
- Introduction to Edgar Payne and his significance in landscape painting.
- Overview of the day’s schedule and objectives.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lecture on Composition
- Discuss the key compositional structures (e.g., S-curve, steelyard, radial) as outlined by Edgar Payne.
- Analyze examples of Payne’s work to identify these structures in practice.
- Tips on creating balance, rhythm, and focal points in compositions.
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Demonstration on Compositional Sketching
- Live demonstration of how to quickly sketch out a landscape composition using Payne’s methods.
- Emphasis on simplifying scenes into basic shapes and values.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch or visit nearby eateries.
- Optional: Casual discussion on favorite landscape paintings and compositions.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Lecture on Color Theory
- Introduction to Payne’s approach to color, including value, chroma, and temperature.
- Discussion on how to use color to convey mood, depth, and light in landscape painting.
- Analysis of Payne’s palette and how to create harmonious color schemes.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Demonstration on Color Application
- Live demonstration of color mixing and application techniques using Payne’s methods.
- Focus on achieving realistic and compelling landscapes with a limited palette.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Hands-On Painting Session
- Participants apply the day’s lessons by creating their own landscape paintings.
- Instructors provide guidance and feedback, encouraging experimentation with composition and color.
- Participants work from either a reference image or a plein air setup (outdoors, if possible).
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Group Critique and Wrap-Up
- Group critique session where participants share their work and receive constructive feedback.
- Recap of key lessons learned throughout the day.
- Q&A session for any remaining questions about Payne’s methods.
Materials Provided:
- Sketchbook and pencils
- Painting materials
- Reference images of landscapes
- easels & chairs
Workshop Fee: $175 | Early Birds $150 (Now-August 31st)
This workshop will provide a deep dive into Edgar Payne’s methods, equipping artists with the tools and knowledge to improve their landscape compositions and color application.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, this workshop will offer valuable insights and practical skills