Join the challenging fun of painting outdoors! This class is appropriate for painters who want guidance to add plein air as a method and for experienced plein air painters who want to sharpen their skills. We’ll paint together at a different location each week. The instructor will begin each class with a live demonstration then give students plenty of time to do their own work, ask questions, and get individualized instruction in a nurturing, non-competitive atmosphere. We’ll cover materials and set up, composition, color, and value— focusing on a different skill each week. Location directions will be emailed before each class. The nature of painting outdoors requires artists to be able to carry their easels and equipment to their site. An attempt will be made to choose easily accessible sites but students should expect some walking on uneven terrain. Make up classes will be arranged if weather is prohibitive. Supply list provided with registration and on our website. Instructor Stephen Florimbi trained in traditional painting and drawing at the University of New Hampshire. His paintings have been exhibited in Maine, Connecticut, New York, and Singapore. Now focused on painting en plein air, his award-winning, loose brushwork and impressionistic style have earned him juried acceptance into the Adirondack Plein Air Festival, Cape Elizabeth Paint for Preservation, and Plein Air Litchfield (CT). He also enjoys teaching as way to share his love of mark-making and to provide nurturing, fun opportunities for everyone to be creative. www.stephenflorimbi.com