We’re so delighted to welcome Portland-based painter and teacher Scott Gellatly back to the farm for another two-day dive into plein air painting! This workshop is likely to fill up, so register early to guaranty your spot!

This two-day workshop will explore the fundamentals of plein air painting, with a focus on strategic color concepts while capturing the light, atmosphere, and emotion of the landscape in a bold, responsive manner. Participants will paint throughout the diverse Plas Newydd property while considering the formal aspects of painting – color, composition, movement, and space. Scott will lead participants in plein air sessions, as well as color lectures and demonstrations.

We plan to be out on the farm as much as possible for this workshop, so come prepared for the weather! If you have mobility or other accessibility  issues, please reach out to Abby at arts@pnfarm.com to discuss how we may be able to support you for this field-based event. Additionally, please feel free to reach out to Abby  if you need to access a full or partial scholarship from the Spirit Lake Scholarship Fund in order to attend the class and/or purchase supplies.

There is no materials fee for this workshop, but there is an extensive collection of supplies you will need to bring in order to participate. If you have questions about items on the list posted below, please reach out directly to Scott via email.

Scott Gellatly is a Portland-based artist and instructor whose work straddles the line between representation and abstraction. His work has been exhibited nationally and was featured in the February/March 2023 issue of Plein Air Magazine. Scott is represented by LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY in Portland.

MATERIALS LIST

This workshop will be focusing on plein air painting in oil or acrylic.

Color Palette:

• Titanium White
• Cadmium Yellow Light
• Indian Yellow (Gamblin oils), Indian Yellow Hue (Golden acrylics)
• Cadmium Orange
• Quinacridone Red (Gamblin oils), Primary Magenta (Golden acrylics)
• Ultramarine Blue
• Cobalt Teal or Turquoise (Gamblin oils or Golden Acrylic)

Painting Panels:

Ampersand Gessobord panels are my favorite, and they work well for both oils and acrylics. Their flat, 1/8” panels are sturdy and easy to travel with. You can easily make your own by cutting hardwood/plywood panels and apply 2 – 3 coats of quality acrylic gesso to the surface.

7 – 8 @ panels, sizes 6” x 8” or 8” x 10”.

Wet-panel Carrier:

These are more important for oil painters, as the slower drying rate of oils means you will need to safely transport your finished pieces. I recommend RAYMAR wet panel carriers, as they are lightweight. Refer to their chart on their website listing the various sized panels their carriers will accommodate.

Oil/Acrylic Painting Brushes:

Flat sizes 6 & 10. Recommended brand: Princeton Aspen (or similar)

Other Materials:

• Painting medium for oil painting: Gamblin Solvent-Free Gel
• Spray bottle or retarder medium if working in acrylics
• Metal Palette knife, “teardrop shape” such as RGM S.026. No plastic palette knives.
• Backpack to carry plein air gear
• Camping stool if you prefer to sit.
• Rags/paper towels
• Bug spray

Additional Information

Please feel free to reach out anytime with any questions you may have regarding the supply list.