September 20-21, 9am-4pm each day
$220

Instructor: Steve Puttrich
All skill levels welcome
Oil, watercolor, gouache, pastel, acrylic are all welcome

This two-day workshop is designed for both those new to outdoor art making and artists looking to refine their plein air painting skills with a focus on strong design, compelling storytelling, and fresh, confident mark-making. Set at Bluff Strokes Art Center and at the beautiful Bee Branch in Dubuque, IA, this workshop is perfect for painters preparing for Bluff Strokes Plein Air the following week. Through demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and one-on-one coaching, participants will learn how to see, simplify, and strengthen their compositions while capturing the essence of a scene with impact and emotion.

You will gain:

• A stronger understanding of composition and design principles for plein air painting

• Confidence in capturing light, movement, and atmosphere

• The ability to create paintings that tell a story and engage viewers

• Strategies for painting fresh, decisive, and compelling plein air works

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for plein air artists of all levels who want to hone their skills in a structured yet inspiring environment. Whether you’re preparing for a paint out or simply looking to strengthen your design and storytelling abilities, this experience will help elevate your plein air work to the next level.

Materials

Bring your usual medium and plein air setup.

Materials list for beginners coming soon.