In this Intensive workshop, students will enjoy an inspired weekend of painting as they immerse themselves in the outdoor studio of Ghost Ranch.  The key of the light on its unparalleled landscape will be the subject of engagement as we explore the land formations by brush throughout each day.  Instructor demos and evening lectures will offer insight into compositional and technical strategies that will unlock a deeper landscape painting practice.  Students will bond new insights with previous experience and personal goals while receiving guidance and consistent feedback from the instructor.

Students will stay for two nights at Casa Del Sol hacienda located on the Ghost Ranch property, where breakfasts and Dinners will be provided for attendees.  In addition to painting, students and guests can hike the numerous trails to connect even more deeply with the ancient landscape.

Painting in plein air is an incredible way to improve awareness, to develop versatile skills, and to be truly present in a given place and time.  This weekend of painting will provide each artist with a unique opportunity to savor the extraordinary light of Ghost Ranch, and to push their personal limits to a new level.

Main Topics

• Light Effect - Understanding the key of the light

• Light Direction - Anticipating the changing daylight

• Temporal Strategies - Painting at different times of day (including nocturne strategies)

• Composition - Arranging Tonal and Structural Dynamics

• Methodology - Open & Closed practices

Evening Lecture/Dialog

• Western landscape Painting & Composition Part One

• Western landscape Painting & Composition Part Two

Accommodations (price includes Workshop, Room, & Meals - Breakfasts/Dinners)

●​$1200 artist private room 

○​+$450 guest 

●​$850 artist shared room

Each room is a standard full bed with a common bathroom (shared between two rooms). Private bathrooms are available on the property but will be reserved for artist participants with registered guests. You may request a private bathroom in your application and will be honored depending on availability.

*Application deadline July 1, 2026*

Applicants will be charged a $45 application fee and will be notified once their application has been received.

Policies and Registration
Painting sessions proceed regardless of weather conditions, and no refunds are provided for inclement weather. Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of payment, and refunds are not offered for missed classes.

Equipment and Materials
Tuition covers instruction and specified amenities but does not include materials or plein air setups. Artists must provide their own paints, supports, easels, and other necessary gear. A comprehensive materials list will be shared with participants.

Logistics
If you require materials or equipment to be shipped in advance of the workshop, please contact the studio to arrange this and obtain the correct shipping address. For any questions regarding equipment or other details, reach out to the studio directly.