Step Into a Plein Air Painter's Shoes: Lecture, Demo, and Mini-Workshop | Bethann Moran-Handzlik | Saturday, September 21 | 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Adult | Art History | Art Appreciation | All Levels
Members: $20 | Non-Members: $25
Course ID: AA2402
*This workshop must meet a minimum number of students by August 17, 2024.
Concept & Experience
Join 2023 Door County Plein Air Festival Best of Show awardee Bethann Moran-Handzlik for a dynamic and interactive presentation on plein air painting. Designed for those curious about plein air, beginning and seasoned collectors, art enthusiasts, plein air painters, and PenArt friends, this half-day experience features a lecture, insider's look at the genre, and a mini-workshop on how to see like a painter. Begin the morning with a first-hand look at Bethann's plein air setup, as well as her favorite "secret" tools. Participate in a conversational presentation of plein air images, beginning with art history and concluding with commentary on plein air painting. Discuss how to discern a quality painting. The morning ends outside for insight on the open-air experience as Bethann takes the group through looking exercises that engage a "painter's mindset". No art making experience necessary. Bring a notebook and enjoy a morning with friends.
INSTRUCTOR
Bethann Moran-Handzlik's work has garnered many awards including the 2023 Door County Plein Air Best of Show. Her work is held in private, corporate, and public collections, and have been exhibited in regional and national exhibitions, including plein air events, galleries, and museums. Bethann was awarded a Hudson River Fellowship with Grand Central Atelier, a La Napoule artist residency in France, among others. Her work is represented by Tory Folliard Gallery in Milwaukee and Edgewood Orchard Gallery in Door County. Bethann enjoyed a long teaching career and has taught at UW-Milwaukee, UW-Whitewater, Skidmore College, and more. She continues to enjoy teaching workshops. Bethann is married to the poet Patrick J Moran and together they have three wonderful children.
