Plein Air Painting Workshop

Our painting classes offer many choices in different mediums, including watercolor, acrylic, pastels, and sponge painting. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll receive plenty of one-on-one attention to help you bring your skills forward by learning a new technique or approach.


painting of road at Wargemont by Renor

Plein Air Painting

$59 / One Class 
Instructor: Kevin McCarty

Saturday, April 20, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Ault Park

Saturday, May 11, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Mt. Echo Park

Saturday, June 15, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Fernbank Park

Paint an iconic view of Cincinnati and its environs at this majestic panoramic overlook of the great Ohio River with the city and Kentucky in the background.  At the same time, experience painting as many of the great masters did! In the mid-to-late nineteenth century Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh painted outdoor landscapes "in the open air”. It is here where your subject is in full view so you can capture the spirit and essence of a landscape. Painting outdoors is an exciting way to transfer those images to the canvas, representing the light and movement of your subject that come when you see it all in its natural glory.  

Supply List: Students please bring the basic supplies listed below.  

  • Portable Easel
  • Acrylic or Oil Paints
  • Acrylic or a Wood palette (its windy outside)
  • Heavy container for water
  • Brushes (small, medium, and large)
  • Canvases**
  • Turpentine if using oil paints**

*We suggest purchasing canvases and turpentine at Hobby Lobby for the best deals.
**Please feel free to bring any additional supplies you would like to use. 


About Your Instructor

Headshot of Kevin McCarty

Kevin McCarty

a 40-year veteran artist specializing in oil painting, has lived in multiple U.S. cities, including Dallas, and Atlanta. His diverse portfolio can be viewed at http://www.kevinxmccarty.com. He earned a full scholarship to the Atlanta School of Art.

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