Let's spend a few hours together sketching "in the wild" (a.k.a. en plein air) on site in Port Townsend. This is a fun opportunity to practice drawing what you see while also enjoying being a part of a group of artists. You might even find a new fun art passion that doesn't also drain your wallet.

We will meet downtown where teaching artist Anne Pfeiffer will demo and discuss how to simplify the chaos, use value tones, see angles, types of lines, as well as other tips and tricks for success. Any style and level of experience succeeds when sketching, although you should have some drawing experience in order to not feel completely overwhelmed.

SUPPLY INFORMATION

• A sketchbook of mixed media or sketch paper (not watercolor paper), 5" x 7" up to 9" x 12". Bound or spiral with a stiff backing (no tear out pads).
• A couple office paper clamps for holding pages closed if it gets windy.
• 2B, 4B, 6B or 8B pencils and erasers.
• Ultra fine tipped pigment markers (like Microns) or drawing pens.
• A small right angle plastic triangle.
• A portable lightweight chair or tripod stool.
• Hat with a brim.
• Water and snacks.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Anne Pfeiffer has a graduate degree in painting and decades of experience as a high school art teacher, community college art instructor, and adult and teen workshop instructor. She currently lives in Port Angeles and paints landscapes and still lifes, often plein air, and participates in regional and national exhibitions and events.

Artist website: Anne Pfeiffer, @annepfeifferartist and @annepfeiffer