Plein Air Painting at Saguaro Lake Ranch
Off-site workshop | Available
Come and paint with Mitch Baird at historic Saguaro Lake Ranch which is located on the banks of the Salt River in the shadow of the majestic Bulldog Cliffs. Mitch will cover concepts of learning to optically “see” the subject and interpret those visual elements in order to execute the subject onto canvas. The fundamental principles of painting-composition, drawing, value, color and edges–will be discussed along with a special emphasis on atmosphere and light. Demos and short lectures will reinforce these concepts. Individual attention will be a high priority as well as lots of laughs.
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- Portable equipment and transportation required
- Students will receive a special rate at the ranch, details provided upon registration
- For more information on the ranch and surrounding area visit: www.saguarolakeranch.com
- Saguaro Lake Ranch
13020 N Bush Hwy
Mesa, AZ 85215
Mitch Baird
As a representational painter Mitch believes that painting is a celebration of life and the beauty that surrounds us. He is devoted to the traditions of the late 19th century artists who looked to the figure and nature for inspiration regarding light, color, and design. Seeking out this inspiration, Mitch works directly from life to capture the qualities and nuances of natural light and color harmony. He has a strong conviction that great artistic communication depends on good draftsmanship, design and vision. His artistic desire is to “portray a positive visual statement and hope the viewer will experience what I see and in some sense be inspired, uplifted, or moved by my painting, whether it is of a small intimate setting or a grandiose subject.”
Mitch resides in the desert southwest in Mesa, Arizona with his wife Emily and children Siena and Spencer. He is a Signature member of the Oil Painters of America as well as a member of the American Impressionist Society and the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters.