Master Class in Landscape Painting

Description

Welcome to our immersive Master Class in Landscape Painting, where the journey to creating breathtaking landscape art begins. Led by 3 Square Art’s Co-Owner and Professional Artist Craig Andrew McKee, this four-week course is designed to take participants on a comprehensive exploration of oil painting techniques, culminating in the creation of a finished and stunning landscape masterpiece from a selected reference photo. The course includes all materials including a professionally mounted and gessoed hardboard along with brushes and Professional-grade oil paints and mediums.

In Class 1, participants will lay the foundation for their paintings by focusing on precision in drawing and initial color blocking. Craig will introduce students to the fundamentals of oil painting, including an overview of essential colors and brushes. Through hands-on instruction and demonstration, participants will learn to translate their vision onto canvas, capturing the basic shapes and forms of their chosen landscapes.

As the course progresses into Class 2, participants will delve deeper into their paintings, refining their compositions and beginning to render objects with greater clarity. Craig will provide guidance on techniques for achieving depth and dimensionality, encouraging students to experiment with brushwork and texture to bring their landscapes to life.

In Class 3, participants will begin to explore the rich possibilities of color, learning to analyze and manipulate color combinations to create vibrant, dynamic paintings. Craig will share insights into color theory and composition, empowering students to push the boundaries of their palettes and evoke mood and atmosphere in their work.

Finally, in Class 4, participants will put the finishing touches on their paintings, focusing on final details, scumbling colors, and adding delicate glazes to enhance depth and luminosity. The session will conclude with a final critique, offering participants the opportunity to receive feedback and guidance from Craig before applying a protective varnish to their completed masterpieces.

Throughout the course, participants will benefit from expert instruction, personalized feedback, and shared inspiration, gaining valuable insights into the art of landscape painting while cultivating their own unique artistic voice. Join us on this transformative artistic journey and unleash your inner landscape artist!

Details

Cost for 4-Class Course: $220
Age: 15+ All skill and creative levels welcome (younger artists are welcome with accompanying adult)
Materials: All materials are provided
* Beverages and snacks included!

Schedule

June 2024 Dates:
Class 1 | June 2
Class 2 | June 9
Class 3 | June 16
Class 4 | June 23

Time: Sundays 1:30-4pm

Location

3 Square Art - New Classroom (2F)
2415 Donella Ct, Ste 110
Fort Collins, Colorado

*Please note that we do not have elevator access to the 2nd floor at this time. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.

Instructor

Craig A. McKee
BA Studio Arts, magna cum laude, Kenyon College, OH
Artist, Graphic Designer, Entrepreneur