Class: Plein Air at the Edmonds Marsh
The practice of “plein air”, involves creating art outdoors, directly from observation, rather than in a studio. Participants will explore the unique environment of the Edmonds Marsh, capturing its natural beauty and atmosphere through various drawing techniques.
We will meet at Graphite Arts Center at 11:45am, fill up our water bottles and then walk to the Edmonds Marsh around noon. Participants will need to have the mobility to walk to the Edmonds Marsh and back to Graphite. It is approximately 1/2 mile and a 10-15 minute walk. Class will be held mostly outdoors, so participants should dress appropriately for the weather and be prepared for potential changes in conditions.
The class will focus mainly on sketching, composition and perspective, improving your observation skills and ability to capture a scene in the moment. Ray will be sharing his own sketchbook and bringing a Pochade box (Pochade boxes serve as a portable studio, allowing artists to carry their materials and paint on location) with watercolors to demonstrate techniques and share his tips for creating in the field. Participants are responsible for bringing their own supplies (list below).
This is an explorational class for all levels – beginners to advanced – everyone is welcome to come and make art with us. No experience is necessary.
Tentative Schedule:
11:45am – 12:00pm: Brief introduction of Plein Air
12:00pm-12:10pm: Leave Graphite to walk to the Edmonds Marsh
12:30pm-12:45pm: Arrive at the Marsh and set-up
12:45pm-2:15pm: Drawing/Painting
2:15pm-2:45pm: Pack up and walk back
2:45pm-3:00pm: Back at Graphite for wrap-up and sharing
About Ray Munger: Ray has been drawing and painting for decades. He studied art, worked and taught classes at the Gage Academy of Art in Seattle and has shown his art locally. For the past several years he has been focusing on plein air drawing and painting while keeping a daily sketchbook. He likes the spontaneity, improvisation and being in the moment while creating outside.
When: July 27 (1 session)
Time: 11:45AM – 3:00PM
Cost: $60
Ages: Adults 18+
Instructor: Ray Munger
Supply List (supplies are not included): Minimum supplies to bring: paper and pen/or pencil; Suggested supplies to bring: paper or sketchbook, pen, pencil, clipboard, sun hat, water bottle; Optional supplies to bring: umbrella (if you want more shade), portable chair or stool, snack, portable easel and paints you may want to work with (acrylic, oil, watercolors)
Location: Meet at Graphite Arts Center, 202 Main St., Edmonds, WA 98020 then we will walk to the Edmonds Marsh
Pre-registration required
Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Register early! If there are less than 6 people in a class, the class could get cancelled and your money will be refunded.
Questions? contact workshops@graphiteartscenter.org
Plein Air at the Edmonds Marsh
Date
- Jul 27 2025
Time
- 11:45 am - 3:00 pm
Cost
- $60.00
Organizer
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Graphite Arts Center
