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Adults Art Class: Plein Air Painting

Instructor John Guernsey teaches the key elements of landscape painting with oils, with an emphasis on the 'plein air' approach. This class is structured to create an enjoyable and fast moving environment, with effective studio instruction as well as plein air painting at local outdoor locations such as Smith-Gilbert Gardens, Brumby Gardens, and the Marietta Square. There will be numerous demonstrations, and an emphasis on one-on-one instruction. Find out how the concepts of the plein air approach will help you learn rapidly and create exciting and impressive paintings. Some topics covered include: supplies, composition, landscape concepts, using value to create depth, color mixing, and brush techniques.

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