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14th Annual Grand Prix Plein Air Challenge

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Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Location: Ambleside waterfront in West Vancouver near the Ferry Building Gallery

Costs: Adult: $35, Under 19: $20

Description:

In this traditional competition, artists must compose, paint, complete and frame (or finish) a piece of art outdoors en plein air. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Works will be judged and prizes donated by Opus Art Supplies will be awarded. Artists will have the opportunity to display and sell their paintings on-site after the competition from 3–7 p.m. in the Artspeaks tent next to the Ferry Building Gallery.

Registration fee includes morning coffee and muffins and a wine & cheese reception after the judging

 

Registration:

Register by phone at 604.925.7270 (course #141747) or online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/westvanrec/activity/search/detail/138713?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Web link: https://harmonyarts.ca/program/grand-prix-plein-air-challenge

Questions? Contact gallery@westvancouver.ca or call 604-925-7290 for inquiries

 

 

Plein Air Painting on the North Shore with Sheree Jones

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Painting ‘en plein air’ is the best way to record your observations in any environment.

Date: September 12 & 13, 2023

Location: To be announced (based on weather conditions) in North and West Vancouver

Cost: $300.00

 

More Information:

In this two-day workshop, I will guide you through simple steps to making a good plein air study,

from choosing your subject – to editing and creating a solid composition in the field.

There will be an emphasis on simple design ideas & colour mixing with a limited palette.

You will spend each day on location making small studies that can inform your subsequent works in the studio.

Class is limited to 8 students, guaranteeing lots of one on one instruction

This workshop is designed for the experienced beginner & intermediate painter.

Oils are the medium of choice for this course, but water-soluble oils and acrylics are welcome.

 

Registration:

Interested? Contact Sheree Jones at sheree@shereejones.com

 

 

Plein Air Painting on the North Shore with Sheree Jones

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Painting ‘en plein air’ is the best way to record your observations in any environment.

Date: July 11 & 12, 2023

Location: To be announced (based on weather conditions) in North and West Vancouver

Cost: $300.00

 

More Information:

In this two-day workshop, I will guide you through simple steps to making a good plein air study,

from choosing your subject – to editing and creating a solid composition in the field.

There will be an emphasis on simple design ideas & colour mixing with a limited palette.

You will spend each day on location making small studies that can inform your subsequent works in the studio.

Class is limited to 8 students, guaranteeing lots of one on one instruction

This workshop is designed for the experienced beginner & intermediate painter.

Oils are the medium of choice for this course, but water-soluble oils and acrylics are welcome.

 

Registration:

Interested? Contact Sheree Jones at sheree@shereejones.com

 

 

Plein Air Workshop in North Vancouver

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Date: September 13-14, 2023

Location: Painting locations TBD

Costs: From $350pp + GST

Description:

Come paint with Charlie Easton and learn his method for painting fast, committed and impactful plein air pieces. Find your own plein air passion and receive expert feedback on your paintings in some of Vancouver’s most beautiful settings. Details at the link below.

 

Registration:

Register at:  https://charlieeaston.com/vancouverworkshop

 

Paint on the Mountain: 2023 Call for Artists

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Paint on the Mountain is back for its eighth consecutive year!

Application Due Date: May 8th – June 4th, 2023

Location: Hollyburn Mountain (off Cypress Bowl Road)

Costs: No Cost for Entry or Participation

Competition Dates: August 1-3, 2023

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