In-Studio Landscape Painting Workshop, All Levels
With instructor
Sharon Weaver
Wed. 10am - 1pm
Course Description
Have you wanted to paint the majesty of nature but not sure where to start? This class will teach you how to capture the splendor of nature as we deconstruct the different elements of the landscape.
Learn how to paint a strong landscape by first picking a great photo reference. Understand the importance of composition as the foundation of your painting. The class will then follow the process of painting a landscape using simple shapes, mixing natural colors and understanding values to create atmosphere and distance in the landscape. Students will learn how to compose a successful painting with harmony, interest and drama. Learn about the fundamentals of composition and how to include a focal point in your painting. Students will also learn how to create atmosphere specific to landscape painting. Learn to design your paintings, not just copy a photograph. You will gain the skills needed to transport the beauty of nature into an original landscape painting.
Each student will work at their own pace from photo references with at least one completed painting at the end of the class. Ready to head outdoors? Click here to find out about our Plein Air Class.
What You'll Learn
Mixing Clean Colors
Learn to deconstruct images and blocking in big shapes
Composition choices and how to design a better painting
Perspective to add interest
Learn how to create atmosphere
Oil or Pastel -Live Demonstrations
Personalized one-on-one instruction
About
Sharon Weaver
Sharon Weaver is one of the great landscape painters of America. Born with a passion for art, she first attended Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, later transferring to Parsons School. While working for more than a decade in Manhattan, Sharon's career took her all over the world. Visiting Los Angeles, Sharon found the natural beauty and wide open spaces of California a welcome change from the man-made canyons of New York. It didn't take long for her to move here where she has pursued her art of landscape painting.
Testimonial
Eliott Kahn
Landscape Painting Student
I have been a student at Kline Academy since last April. I’ve been taking Impressionist Landscape classes from Sharon Weaver, and have been having a blast! The atmosphere is supportive and challenging, with the results being unexpected and fulfilling. The experience has been exciting, fun, and inspirational.
