All-Media Plein-Air Workshops

Become the Slow Eyes of creation by noticing the spirit for the world.

Come and explore the spiritual side of painting. Beginner Painters are welcome. I will help you become the Slow Eyes of creation by painting Plein-Air in commune with nature. That means that we will paint outside on location whenever possible. All my workshops are geared to help you experience a deeper connection with the natural world by exploring the beauty of Santa Cruz County. I will teach you my RIDE, Write & Create System of painting to enhance your connection with the spirit in nature. 

You Will Transform Your Painting Skills When You:

  • Learn how to Talk to the Spirit in nature that helps you let go and listen to intuition

  • Learn how to use brief sketches to guide your work

  • Follow valuable handouts for further reflection and study

  • Receive individualized instruction to improve your painting

  • Gain many insights from the end of day group critique

  • Create a short summary sketch of what you have learned

  • Become the Slow Eyes of creation for our own work

  • Feel your expanded awareness with the spiritual while painting.

  • Learn to write a thought or verse that guides the intention of your painting.

Note: Workshops are taught in the Scotts Valley/ Santa Cruz area unless otherwise specified. The actual location will be sent to you by email after you sign up for a specific workshop date.

Student Comments:

“Susan has a great understanding of artistic technique and process, which she loves to share with her students. For new artists just starting out, she teaches confidence and skills to quickly improve your talents. More seasoned artists will benefit from her love of art and willingness to help each person expand their abilities with the many techniques she ahs mastered over the years. I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent with her and my fellow students!” Derek.

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“Susan is very patient, which made it enjoyable for me. Small group was good, especially since I’m a beginner.”  Veronica.

“Susan was so encouraging and patient as she taught us some of the basics. I could see how I improved with each technique.” Joan.

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“I love being outdoors. I though It was well organized. I really liked the handouts. The personalized art prayer (RIDE system) is really helpful in focusing and letting go. Bonnie

Workshop Notes:

I will email you the location and a link to a Google Map link when available. You can have me do all the driving by meeting me at the Coffee Cat, Mt. Herman Drive in Scotts Valley at 10:30 AM  on the morning of the workshop day. I have room for 5 other people in my car, first come first serve.  Email me to determine any other meeting place.

Supplies: Please click here for a general workshop supplies list. 

You can also email me with any questions. In the case of inclement weather, we will resschedule or you can take a credit for a future workshop.

Must have two students or more to go! Each workshop starts at 11:00 am in the morning and finishes at 3:00-3:30 pm in the afternoon. Please bring a sack lunch to eat at your leisure.

Note: Workshops are taught in the Scotts Valley/ Santa Cruz area unless otherwise specified. The actual location will be sent to you by email after you sign up for a specific workshop date.

 

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