Plein Air Workshop with Eric Jacobsen

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In the art world, the name Eric Jacobsen holds a significant place. He is an American Impressionists' Society Signature Member and a member of the Plein Air Painters of America. He holds multiple awards across the nation for his vibrant, expressive paintings and has carved a niche for himself over the past few decades. He will teach a plein air (fresh air) workshop at Live Oak Art Center in Columbus on March 22, 23, and 24, 2024. Eric’s artistic process involves a deep connection with nature. He primarily paints outdoors and prefers painting in serene environments.

Participants will be directed in how to loosen up their style and paint expressive landscapes. This workshop is for students of all levels, beginner through advanced. This workshop is for oil and acrylics. His participants will focus on the fundamentals of good painting as it relates to landscape painting.

Jacobsen will cover the following topics: Composition, Value, Design, Choosing a Motif, Identifying and mixing accurate Warm and Cool Colors, Establishing a Focal Point as well as Tips and Do’s and Don’ts for the Landscape Painter to consider. The workshop will be complete with informal lectures and instructor demos.

Artist will need to bring their own supplies, please see below:

 

Eric Jacobsen’s

Outdoor Workshop Supplies List

Easel:

French easel or a sturdy easel of your choice.

Colors:

Please feel free to bring whatever colors you are comfortable working with. The following is a list of colors I currently use on my palette.

• Titanium White

• Cadmium Yellow Lemon

• Cadmium Yellow Light 

• Cadmium Orange

• Cadmium Red Light

• Alizarin Crimson

• Pthalo Green

• Gamblin Portland Gray Light

• Burnt Sienna

• Yellow Ochre

• Ultramarine Blue 

• Paynes Grey

• Cobalt Turquoise 

• Gamblin Manganese Violet

Brushes:

Any high quality brush will do, but I suggest you try Robert Simmons Signet, flat, sizes 2-12.

Palette Knife:

A good palette knife for cleaning palette and painting needs.

Palette:

Bring whatever palette suits you...just make sure you have a large enough mixing space to meet your needs.

Canvas:

6x8, 8x10, 9x12, and larger...depending on how large you want to work

Other Items:

Paint thinner, paper towels, plastic grocery bags, 1-2 squeeze clamps for securing various items to your easel.

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