Rich Gallego has been an incredibly valuable art instructor. He is a willing and generous fountain of knowledge and inspiration as I continue to learn and grow as an artist. Rich's depth of historical knowledge combined with his clear and precise explanations and demonstration of fundamental and advanced painting techniques have been essential on my path to improvement. Rich is infinitely patient with students of all levels, and his approach is one of constant encouragement and problem solving. He produces 100% effort to help each student become the best artist that they are capable of becoming.

—R. Impellizzeri, Los Angeles

Pre-registration is required.
Class will be limited to 12 participants to ensure lots of individual attention.

FIVE DAY BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE CLASS DESCRIPTION

Rich will teach such fundamental principles as division of space, creating a compelling composition, assessing values, how to lead the viewer’s eye, color theory, treatment of edges, and proper paint application. Each day will be spent at a different painting site. In some cases, the day will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Other days, we’ll travel a bit farther afield to experience some of the outlying area’s spectacular scenery. This class will include as many, or as few, instructor demonstrations as the participants desire. But, this isn’t one of those workshops where the students stand around and simply watch the teacher paint.

Rich is a tireless instructor who genuinely enjoys giving one on one attention to each participant with the goal of helping you to become a better, more knowledgeable painter. Remember, because the best light for plein aire painting occurs in the “Golden Hours” of the morning and afternoon you’ll be getting started fairly early each day so, please be prompt.

The exact time will depend upon where you’ll be painting on a given day. There will be several critique sessions throughout the week, usually in the evening. Attendance is certainly not mandatory but, these sessions are extremely valuable and students are encouraged to participate. Painters of all levels are welcome in this class. However, if you’re an absolute beginner please consider the two day course immediately prior to this class. It will assure that you are comfortable with your equipment, materials, and getting started on your painting in the great outdoors.

There’s a reason New Mexico is called “The Land of Enchantment”. Vast fields of Pinon and sage, beautiful blue mountains rising in the distance, groves of Cottonwoods and Aspens, centuries old adobe churches and homes, all combine to create a rich and colorful landscape that few painters could resist. Come explore this historic part of the old west with award winning plein aire artist, Rich Gallego. He’ll show you how to simplify a scene and the painting process so you’ll be able to capture a sense of place regardless of where you’re painting.