Diane Grguras, Plein Air Pastel at Gilfillan Farm

On August 6-7, we have a rare opportunity to paint on the grounds of Gilfillan Farm in Upper St. Clair (next to Westminster Church). Then, on August 8 6-9 PM there will be a "wet paint" sale of work fetauring Gilfillan Farm completed during the class or previously. There will also be food and music. 

Register herefor the wet paint sale: "Wet Paint" Sale at Gilfillan Farm registration due August 5
Register here to paint on site days other than the class day: Plein Air Paint Out on Gilfillan Farm 8/6-8
Register here for the Gala: Art at the Farm - A Community Gala Celebration of the Arts at Gilfillan Farm 8/8 register by 8/5

On Saturday, August 8, Diane Grguras will be teaching plein air pastel, details below.

Note: the paint out will be held rain or shine (there are several porches in case of rain). No refunds unless we can fill your spot from the waitlist. The lower gate by the garden opens at 9:30 for check-in and parking and closes at 4:30. If you have mobility issues, indicate so during registration and we can accommodate giving you access to the upper gate for drop-off and pick-up. Please observe the off-limits areas on the map you will be provided with on arrival.

The public is invited to view the artists at work.

Click here for the supplies list.

"Special things to consider when painting out of doors" (from Barry Jeter)

• Pack a lunch with something to drink.
• Seating, if you like to paint sitting down.
• Easel, if you want a support for your painting (some watercolorists simply hold a watercolor block with no support)
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent, including tick spray, long pants suggested
• Some artists use an umbrella, that's fine if you like, I have always found them somewhat cumbersome in that they have to be well supported or the wind or a quick breeze can shake your setup or take them away.  Sometimes it's best just to find a shady spot that you can work in.
• Sunglasses can help but they can change your colors.
• Dress appropriately for the day... if it's a cool day, you don't want to be chilly all day painting.

Maximum class size: 16

Minimum class size: 8