This class will focus on painting the landscape on location. We will work on careful observation of color, creating more dynamic paintings, and using clean and purposeful paint application. The key to better plein air painting is learning to simplify a complex landscape, using rich color and a painterly brushstroke. We will start each day with a discussion of a different lesson and a morning exercise designed around that lesson. Each afternoon will be used for painting time while Colin works with students one-on-one. This class will be a fun way to expand upon your painting skills and understanding in a beautiful environment. Class size is limited to ensure individual attention and instruction. Please contact the Debra Huse Gallery at 949.723.6171 to enroll. Location: Orange County, CA ; Hours: 9am-4pm.

Colin Page was raised in Baltimore, Maryland and studied painting at the Rhode Island School of Design and Cooper Union. Whether working on location or in the studio, Colin strives to capture the atmosphere and light of a scene. He recently won the Irvine Museum Award at the Maui Plein Air Invitational and was awarded both the Artists' Choice and Best of Show at the 2012 Sedona Plein Air Festival. Colin currently resides in Maine, where he focuses on painting the diverse landscape. His work has been featured in solo exhibitions and group shows nationally and abroad.