Experience the joy of painting outdoors! Plein air painting (from the French "en plein air" meaning "in the open air") emerged in the 19th century when artists left their studios to capture the changing effects of natural light and atmosphere directly from observation.

Join working artist and illustrator Mandy Arroyo for a day of outdoor painting at the historic Luscher Farm. Learn essential plein air techniques such as choosing a scene, simplifying complex landscapes, capturing value and texture, and working efficiently outdoors. Using water-based gouache paint, you'll practice creating quick studies that capture the farm's charming buildings, lush gardens, and pastoral views.

Students will come away with practical techniques for painting en plein air, a collection of fresh studies in their sketchbooks, and a deeper appreciation for observing and capturing nature directly. Learn more and book your spot here.