Plein Air Painting in Beartooth, Montana

Plein Air Painting in Beartooth, Montana

Workshop | This program is completed

All Levels

6/19/2023-6/23/2023

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

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$710.00

THIS IS A DESTINATION WORKSHOP: Landscape painting is mostly about learning how to see; how to interpret, compare and edit the shapes and colors of the scene we choose to paint. We will try to see things less literally, in more of an “Abstract” way. In other words, to not see literally the mountains, trees, grass, water, etc. but to see them as an interesting and beautiful arrangement of shapes and colors. This is to see them more as an artist and it then opens up a whole lot more possibilities for things to paint and also helps us find our own voice. Students will concentrate on the process of painting and not be so concerned with doing “finished” paintings, as it frees them up to learn with less pressure. Students will work on what makes a plein air painting work; the mood, rhythm and movement along with an interesting and compelling arrangement of values, masses and color. Ned will do class demonstrations and will work with each individual as to their own personal needs. There will also be group critiques. Ned says “Bring a sense of humor, we will work hard and have a good time doing it.” www.nedmueller.com • Portable equipment and transportation required • Students will receive lodging recommendations upon registration

Mueller, Ned

Ned is a very accomplished and highly respected artist, having been drawing and painting for over 60 years. He is a graduate of the prestigious Art Center School of Design in Los Angeles whereas still a student, he also taught drawing classes. Ned has had two “One Man Shows” and organized two “Group Shows” at the Frye Art Museum in Seattle. He has participated in many of the major invitational shows in the country, including the "Artists of America Show”, “Great American Artists Show", "Prix de West Show", "Oil Painters of America", "Laguna Plein Air Show", "Pastel Society of America", "The Autry Western Masters Show", "The Northwest Rendezvous Show" and the annual "Plein Air Painters of America Exhibition.” He shows in some of the Finest Galleries in the country, has won numerous awards and is included in many private fine art collections. He is a Signature member of the Oil Painters of America, Plein Air Painters of America, California Art Club, Northwest Pastel Society, Puget Sound Group of Northwest Artists, Northwest Rendezvous Group, and the American Society of Marine Artists. Ned has been designated as "Master Artist" status with the Oil Painters of America and he continues to challenge himself to grow artistically. He was a founder of the “Puget Sound Art League” which was a nonprofit organization to help Artists in the area improve their drawing and painting skills. Ned is asked to jury Regional and National Art Shows and he loves to teach and share his many years of knowledge and experience by teaching classes and workshops, regionally, nationally and internationally."