Plein Air Watercolor Landscape Painting (Offsite)

Course description

Begin by considering how to best approach the landscape as a subject in order to identify a compelling composition. Next, learn how to mix a color palette suitable for expressing the fugitive elements of the landscape, such as light and movement. Through demonstrations and guided lessons from the instructor, learn some of the best techniques for capturing the subject and progress with confidence onto finding an individual style, subject, and approach. / Class may be rescheduled or the locations may change in case of inclement weather (active rain, not the threat of rain, or damp ground). / Facilities fee of $10 is included in course tuition.

Please note that this course meets outside and may require climbing stairs, a hill or navigating uneven ground. If you need accommodations (i.e. are unable to navigate stairs or a hill) please contact our office.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration. Please note the regular refund policy will apply if locations change due to weather.

Class meeting details

All classes meet on location at Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE, Minneapolis. The first class meets near the parking lot.

Prerequisite

Previous drawing and painting experience helpful, but not required.

Required Materials

Supplies for the first class

• pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook
• See a full list of required and optional supplies here.

Students should expect to spend up to approximately $125-$175 for supplies in addition to tuition.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity and for being outdoors; an apron if preferred.

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.