UPCOMING WORKSHOP:

Mastering Light and Shadows – A Plein-Air Workshop

📅 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).

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