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En Plein Air

Artists have been painting landscapes outdoors or en plein air for hundreds of years. Now it’s time for you to venture out to create your own landscape painting. Sarnia artist, Mary Kilbreath will join us by video to share tips and tricks for working outdoors with Acrylic paint for all ages and skill levels.

About the Artist 

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Mary Kilbreath, a Sarnia native, has been interested in all forms of art since childhood. She studied painting in watercolour/acrylics, oils, and pottery with various teachers over the years, culminating in a mentorship at The Boca Raton Museum School of Art for 8 years. Mary continues to paint almost daily, and has shown her work in multiple exhibitions.

Instructional Video

List of Materials

  • paint (red, yellow, blue, white)
  • paint brushes
  • water jar
  • viewfinder
  • mixed media paper
  • wax paper
  • travel easel
  • masking tape
  • water
  • paper towel or rag
  • pencil
  • spray bottle

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