One of the most incredible ways to make art is painting outdoors.  I always say that art is magic but when it’s paired with slowing down and spending time in a beautiful environment it can truly powerful.
My name is Jennifer Laurel Keller.  I’m an artist and instructor but what I really do is help people gain creative confidence. When I did my first plein air painting I felt like something came alive within me.  By absorbing a gorgeous setting, processing it, and painting on-site, it becomes an extraordinarily holistic and fulfilling experience.
In this class, Plein Air Like a Pro: How to Paint On-Site in Acrylics, you will get an in-depth look at how to prepare for and enjoy a successful painting day out in the field.  
In the lessons, I will share with you all of my insider tips for painting en plein air, which is the french way of saying in the open air. We will cover how to pick the best site for you, the best time to go, and what to bring, whether you go out in a car, on a trail, or even out in your own back yard.  I’ll discuss the color theory for painting in nature and palette mixing so that you feel confident when you arrive, no matter what kind of scene you’re painting.  Next, I’ll go over the 8 on-site steps for creating a plein air, acrylic painting. Finally, I’ll talk you through four of my time-lapse painting sessions that I did during my trip.
Now, you might be thinking that you need a lot of painting experience to paint plein air, but that’s not really the case.  You don’t have to be a great artist to enjoy painting outside.  I’ve had all kinds of students join me on my live plein air retreats.  I’ve had total beginners excel at it, I’ve had experience artists get frustrated with it, as well as lots of people in between.  The key is 95% attitude.  With plein air things can change, such as light and weather conditions, but if you show up with an open mind and a love of the outdoors, I will help you prepare for the rest.  It’s all about exploring and having fun. 
Once you practice this, you’re going to start looking at the world through different eyes and your experience will help with all of your future artwork!  So, are you ready to try it out?  Let’s go!

Introduction

Where to Go

When to Go

What to Bring

Color Theory for Plein Air

Palette Mixing

Plein Air in Eight Steps

Painting 1: Duncan's Landing

Painting 2: Shell Beach Cliffs

Painting 3: Above Blind Beach

Painting 4: Bodega Bay

Plein Air Materials.pdf

Plein Air Like a Pro: How to Paint On-Site in Acrylics

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