Plein Aire Painting in Tucson, Arizona

Plein Aire Painting in Tucson, Arizona

Off-site workshop | This program has been canceled

TODO Tucson, AZ TODO United States

TBA

All Levels

3/19/2012-3/23/2012

9:00 AM-4:00 PM on Mon Tue Wed Th Fri

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$585.00

This workshop will be held in several different locations in Tucson, AZ. The focus of the class will center on adding punch and strength to your painting through simplified color mixing and temperature and value control. Students will learn to mix colors with a limited palette and make quick decisions in the field on composition and technique. The subjects will vary from mountain and desert landscape to old southwestern street scenes and architecture. Two demonstrations are given every day as well as individual attention. There will be one class in doors to work on studio painting technique and process. Students should expect to drive 15-30 minutes to various plein aire sites. www.philstarke.com

  • Accommodation information available upon registration. Portable easel and transportation necessary.
  • OIL COLORS: Titanium White or Zinc; Yellow ochre; Cadmium Yellow Light or Medium; Cadmium Red light; Indian red; Alizarin Crimson; Ultramarine Blue; Viridian or Thalo Green
  • PAINTING SURFACE: Gessoed masonite, stretched canvas or canvas board (sizes: 6x8, 8x10, 9x12, 12x16; 2 or 3 sizes, 2 each)
  • BRUSHES: White bristle oil brushes; #2, #4, #6, #8, and #8 round sable for oils
  • MISCELLANEOUS:
  • Palette knives, small and medium
  • Turpentine or paint thinner (gamsol or turpinoid)
  • Outdoor easel
  • Paper Towels
  • Hat
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Any questions please call: (520) 818-9601 or (520) 270-6850 (cell)

Phil Starke began to show an interest in art from the time he lived in Germany as a young boy while his father was in the military. He studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago. Inspired by the instructors at the Academy, Starke changed course from his aim at the advertising world and developed a passion for oil painting. It was upon graduation from the American Academy of Art that he decided to plunge into the profession of fine art. From the Midwest, West and Southwest, Phil has continued to be inspired. Each season and each region has its own color palette and unique landscape. From landscape to figures, and plein-air to studio painting Phil continues to find inspiration in his work. Phil Starke has been painting professionally since his graduation from the American Academy of Art in Chicago, IL. He has prestigious gallery representation and has been teaching classes and workshops around the country for over 20 years. He participates in numerous exhibitions and gallery shows annually. He is a member of the "Plein Air Painters of America" and "The California Art Club". He has also published 2 books: “Small Works – Landscapes”, and "The Plein Air Tip Guide".