Description

PLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP with Artist Michael Vermette July 15 – July 19, 2024  
$250 for three day Workshop – Lodging and meals extra
 Introductory class July 14, 6 – 8 PM FREE
 Come and join award winning and New England Watercolor Society Signature member Michael E. Vermette and paint from the Artists Trail in Rangeley, Maine. In this watercolor painting workshop you will hike to spectacular conservation areas each day and paint in plein air the unique geographical wonders of the Height of Land, the falls found at Smalls Falls or Cascade Stream Gorge, the panoramic views of Quill Hill, and the hidden jewels of Rangeley Lake and the picturesque Town of Rangeley. Michael will demonstrate each day and guide you through the technical and fundamental approaches used to successfully paint these unique Maine landscapes. There will be lots of personal one–on-one instruction from Michael’s generous and approachable style of teaching. Absolutely no experience in painting a watercolor outdoors is required, although experienced watercolor painters are welcome to participate as well. Watercolor trail kits containing all the supplies and equipment needed for this outdoor workshop can be rented for an extra nominal fee and will be ready for you to use each day. This workshop is sponsored by the Rangeley Friends of the Arts and the Rangeley Heritage Trust. Come and be a part of a workshop that puts life back into your outdoor painting experience!

 General information: Workshop dates: July 15- July 19, paint at various locations in and around Rangeley FREE Introductory class on watercolor materials and approaches to plein air painting: July 14, 6-8 PM at the RFA Lakeside Theater 2493 Main Street, Rangeley 04970 Lodging Options – Please contact the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce: 207- 864-5571, www.rangeleymaine.com Lunch – Pick up on way to morning Workshop Session or at a restaurant on your own. Dinner – (on your own, local eateries listed below) Sarge’s Pub & Grub Parkside & Main Food & Spirits The Red Onion The Furbish Brew House & Eats Moose Alley & Spirits Cafe Portage Tap House

Click HERE for the itinerary.
Click HERE for the suggested materials list.
Click HERE for the Registration Form