Join artist Wayne Chunat in a Plein Air painting workshop. This workshop will be approximately 3 hours in length, (rain or shine) with a 30-45 minute introduction; covering equipment to construct or purchase, mediums, supports, clothing, resources, and the basic priciples of Plein Air Painting. The remaining time will be spent in the field painting followed by a critique.

Weather will not be a deterrent. In the case of heavy rain and or thunderstorms, we will seek cover.

Mediums to be addressed are: watercolor, gouache, and acrylic. Wayne will be working in acrylic.

This class will take place on Saturday July 18th 1-4pm. Cost is $35

Attendees are required to bring all equipment and painting materials for your preferred medium. A mimimum of 6 people are required for this class, and a maximum of 10.

It is recommended that you bring only what you can carry or tote. Minimize and think small. Everything should fit into a small duffel bag, no bigger than you can carry.

Below is a list of recommended items to bring for this class:

Brushes: 1/2 inch flat, fan, #6 round, rigger

Basic colors of paint

drawing utensils, kneaded eraser

water & plastic contianer or solvents for oil painting

plastic bag for waste

paper towels or wipe rags

easel or wet box if painting in oils

palette

a number of prepped panels/paper/canvas/foam board/mask tape (limit size to 11×14, 8×10, 5×7)

umbrella with clamp/use with caution

sit upon/camp stool

rain smock or large plastic trash bag

two mat corners and clips used to crop the scene

digital camera or cell phone

for more information email Wayne at: waynechunat@gmail.com 

**Scholarships are available for this class, Please call EAC at 440-328-3025 or email us at: elyriaartscouncil@gmail.com if interested***