2-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop

Join accomplished plein air painter Silas Thompson for an immersive two-day workshop designed to deepen your skills and sharpen your artistic vision.

Wednesday Oct 8 | 8am – 12pm

Day 1: Painting in the Field
Step into the landscape and experience the joy of painting en plein air. Silas will guide students through his process for selecting a scene, capturing natural light, and working efficiently outdoors. With hands-on instruction and individual feedback, participants will develop stronger observational techniques and increase their confidence in working directly from nature. Location TBD.

Thursday Oct 9 | 1pm – 4pm

Day 2: Studio Composition & Painting Principles
The second day shifts indoors for a focused exploration of composition, value structure, and the foundational principles of painting. Silas will share insights into how to refine field studies into stronger finished works, offering critiques and demonstrations to help students push their plein air practice further. Location: Executive Board Room, Hilton Garden Inn

Open to all skill levels, this workshop is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the region’s most dynamic plein air artists during the inspiring setting of the Eagle Plein Air Festival.

Cost: $200

REGISTER HERE

Supply list will be provided after registration.