Three-Day Youth Plein Air Art Workshop

Join us for an engaging three-session workshop designed for middle and high school students interested in plein air painting! This hands-on experience will introduce young artists to essential techniques in drawing, color theory, and various painting media, all while working outdoors on the farm.

📅 Workshop Dates & Times:

• Session 1: May 31, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Drawing & Perspective)

• Session 2: June 7, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Exploring Color)

• Session 3: June 14, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Experimenting with Media)

Workshop Overview:

🎨 Day 1: Drawing & Perspective – Learn the basics of perspective, proportions, and shading with guided demonstrations, then practice sketching farm landscapes and buildings.

🎨 Day 2: Exploring Color – Create color wheels, explore warm and cool colors, and mix paints before sketching and painting farm scenes with instructor guidance.

🎨 Day 3: Experimenting with Media – Discover different painting media, including acrylic, watercolor, and colored pencils. Students will choose their preferred medium to create a plein air painting.

This workshop is designed as a progressive learning experience, with each session building on the previous one. Participants will also have the opportunity to observe professional plein air artists at work on the farm.

📍 Location: Quiet Valley Farm
💲 Cost: $75 for all three sessions (QV Members Receive 15% off registration with code in email. Please do not register without the code, as the discount cannot be applied after purchase)
🖌 Open to: Middle & high school students
Materials: Students are encouraged to bring their own sketchbooks and some supplies; basic materials will be provided.

Don’t miss this chance to develop your artistic skills in a beautiful outdoor setting! Register now to secure your spot!

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.