The Atelier Studio Program of Fine Arts

“There is no such thing as bad weather, only poor clothing.”
-Norwegian saying

One of the great things about Minnesota is our four seasons. Painting winter offers a unique opportunity to study light and form in the landscape. It is one of my favorite seasons to paint. Painting in the cold is not without its challenges, but if you are ready to leave that bug spray behind and see what winter has to offer, this class is for you! Mornings will be spent warm and cozy at the Atelier. Bridget will discuss the value of the snow, how snow helps to show us the form of the landscape, overall value structure in the landscape. The second day, Bridget will discuss design principles and mixing neutral colors that we see in the winter. Lecture will also touch on color temperature shifts. The park has a fire pit, so depending if it is available may have a marshmallow roast and hot cocoa on the last day.

Class will be taught in oils. This is a plein air class so, yes, we will be painting outside. This class will be at the mercy of the weather. If there is excessive snow fall, wind or if the temperature is less than 15 degrees, this class may be cancelled. This class may also be cancelled if we get too much warm weather and all of the snow melts.