0231 - Wetlands, Woods, Meadow + Marsh: Plein Air Workshop

Course Description

The wetlands, woods, meadows and marshes of the Claire D. McIntosh Wildlife Refuge in Bristol -- home to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island's award-winning Environmental Education Center -- are the backdrop and visual resource for this intensive plein air weekend workshop, led by noted natural science illustrator Amy Bartlett Wright. Class begins with a lecture about nine ways to convey depth in the landscape, followed by a demonstration on specific techniques and procedures for working outside. Working en plein air (outdoors) presents many challenges, including fast-moving and sometimes dramatic changes in light, weather and potential animal activity, which only add to the excitement and give energy to the work. The instructor demonstrates methods of working quickly, efficiently and effectively to capture the essence of a scene -- valuable tools and lessons for any studio painter. Note: Students may choose to work in graphite, colored pencil, pastel, watercolor or acrylic, alone or in combination. Class meets at an off-campus location; directions are sent to registered participants.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Animation : Electives
• Graphic Design : Electives
• Interactive Design : Electives
• Natural Science Illustration : Electives
• Painting Studies : Electives
• Photography : Electives