Thursday: Studio & Plein Air Oil Painting (Intermediate) [Adult]

This class will incorporate a mix of both studio and plein air painting. Studio painting will include still life set ups. Painting en plein air (French for “in the open air”) truly gained in popularity in the mid-to-late 1800’s. The Impressionist artists were especially enamored of plein air painting: reflecting the mutable, changing effects of light over a landscape was the epitome of achievement for many artists like Monet, Renoir, and Pissarro. Don’t be intimidated — you too can capture the brilliant fall colors at our various park location meet-ups. Masks are required when unable to maintain at least 6 feet apart from others.

Painting Sites (location dates will be coordinated by the instructor) For the Intermediate class, some prior experience in oil painting is preferred.

Materials Needed:  Basic oil paint colors; brushes (Round, flat, bright, filbert, fan); ODORLESS thinner/spirits and a clear glass or metal container with a cover to hold it; three 8x10", three 11x14" canvas boards; palette (basic: A roll of freezer paper OR a 12x16" disposable palette pad); Miscellaneous recommended: disposable gloves, rags or paper towels, apron or smock

Covid Protocols: At this time, mask wearing is optional. If COVID cases increase at any point and we are recommended by local health organizations, we may return to mandatory mask wearing. Classes and workshops held in all spaces at the art center utilize an HVAC system supplemented with portable HEPA filtration systems. Fresh air is introduced whenever possible. Classes are spaced appropriately to allow 3 - 6 ft. of social distancing. All our staff and Teaching Artists have been vaccinated. High-touch surfaces are wiped down regularly using certified cleaning agents. Hand sanitizer is available in all classrooms. 

About the Teaching Artist
A resident of West Windsor and recently retired as an arts educator in the NYC Public Schools, Lori has now put her personal focus back on oil painting. Surrounding herself with her love of nature and incorporating travel memories, and sights in and around Mercer County, Lori enjoys painting “en plein air”. Lori has an MA in Special Education from Brooklyn College, a BA in Art Education from Queens College, and has continued her studies at the Art Students League, Princeton Arts Council, and Mercer County Community College. To preview her paintings please visit www.lorilangsner.com