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About this trip
Inspiration Renewal for the Landscape Painter
Even the best artists run dry sometimes and need an inspiration refill. Although hard work at the easel will develop strong painting skills, the best skills will fall short if we’re no longer stimulated by our subject. All my other workshops that I teach are very skill based, and I cover as much information as I can in the timeframe of the workshop. But this workshop is different. We’ll still discuss key skills for landscape painting, but we’ll slow things down a bit and allow various methods of finding inspiration lead the way. We’ll do this by first observing successful paintings, and pinpointing the key visual concepts that clearly inspired each artist. We’ll also spend some time outdoors (weather permitting) to find our own similar visual concepts that can become the impetus that will drive a successful studio painting. We’ll observe these ideas, write them down, photograph the subjects that are communicating the visual concepts, and also create small, quick sketches on site. We’ll then bring those ideas into the studio and each student will further explore them at their studio easel at their own pace.
The workshop will include slide shows, instructor demonstrations, and plenty of individual help from the instructor at each student’s easel. Students may work in oil, pastel, acrylic, or gouache. Instructor demos will be in oil and pastel. If the weather allows us to venture outdoors to create quick color sketches, students may use any favorite medium for these. The primary takeaway from this workshop will be renewed energy and inspiration more so than completed paintings.
This is not a plein air workshop in which students will be required to have a complete set of plein air painting gear, as we won’t be creating full paintings outdoors, only gathering small, quick visual ideas. A sketchbook and a very small, portable kit of your favorite medium that can work in your lap while sitting on the ground or on a small stool will be all that’s needed. My supply list will suggest a very compact gouache set as one option for a medium that will be ideal for this part of the workshop. Student’s will also need some type of tablet device onto which they can transfer from their phone the photos taken outside during the workshop.
Tentative Schedule (subject to change due to weather)
June 2: 9AM-12PM:
- slide show
- outside with sketchbook (black & white sketches and notetaking), take photos
- short pastel demo
1PM-4PM:
- short oil demo
- student painting time in studio
June 3: 9AM-12PM:
- outside with portable painting kit to create color sketches, take photos
1PM-4PM:
- student painting time in studio; option to watch a demo later in afternoon
June 4: 9AM-12PM:
- demo
1AM-4PM:
- student painting time in studio
June 5: 9AM-12PM:
- Critiques, slide show, further discussion, and Q&A (half day)
About Barbara Jaenicke
BARBARA JAENICKE
OPA, AIS, PSA-MP, IAPS-EP
Barbara Courtney Jaenicke (pronounced JAN-i-kee) loved drawing and painting as a child, but she can’t really say that there was any teacher or family member who identified her as a particularly gifted artist at a young age. It was simply stubborn determination beginning in her early teen years that launched her artistic journey. Her grandmother was an accomplished oil painter, and although she didn’t directly encourage Barbara to follow in her footsteps, Barbara’s childhood was surrounded by her beautiful paintings.
Barbara’s earliest training was with the late Juanita Crosby in Bordentown, NJ, who instilled a strong initial foundation of painting basics, and with whom she studied during her high school and college years.
Not realizing that a career in fine art could be a possibility, she steered her initial career choice toward another art-related field, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1986 from The College of New Jersey (formerly Trenton State College), majoring in Art with an emphasis in Advertising and Design.
Barbara’s early career was spent in advertising as an art director, then later in corporate marketing communications. Without much time for painting during these earlier careers, she always knew she would eventually continue her original artistic passion, and in 1999 she gradually but intensely began to do so. Finally, in 2002, she was able to turn her focus to a fine art career, pursuing it full steam ahead.
Working in oil and pastel, Barbara strives to capture light-filled landscapes in a painterly, impressionist style. She holds signature memberships in Oil Painters of America (OPA) and American Impressionist Society (AIS), and has earned the distinctions of Master Pastelist in the Pastel Society of America (PSA) and Eminent Pastelist in the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS).
Her award highlights include Top 25 Finalist in the annual Plein Air Salon 2023, 2nd Place overall in the 2022 Pastel Journal's Pastel 100 Competition, Silver Medal in the 2019 OPA Western Regional Juried Exhibition; 2nd Place in the 2018 AIS National Juried Show as well as the People's Choice award in 2014; multiple wins in Plein Air Magazine's Plein Air Salon monthly competition including January 2024 (Best Water), May 2023 (Best Landscape), June 2022 (Third Place), September 2021 (Best Water), August 2021 (Best Landscape), January 2021 (Best Western), August 2017 (Best Water) and April 2014 (2nd Place); and multiple BoldBrush awards including First Place (December 2022), Third Place in November 2022, First Place in November 2019, Best of Show in March 2015, and many Finalist awards. She has been featured in numerous art publications including Pastel Journal, Plein Air Magazine, Fine Art Connoisseur, Artists Magazine, and Southwest Art, and has served as a contributing writer for some of these publications.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Barbara also lived in Atlanta, Georgia for many years until she yearned for snow and mountains for her landscape subject matter, which prompted her family’s move to Bend, Oregon in 2015.
Barbara is also a popular workshop instructor throughout the US, teaching workshops coast to coast each year.
“Painting isn’t just a job or hobby for me. It’s a passion. Maybe even an obsession. I try to paint experiences and emotions, rather than “things.” To do this, I need to push beyond the basic mechanics of creating the work. No painting is ever easy for me. Each one challenges me to create that magic that goes beyond just a painting of a thing. That magic doesn’t always happen in every single attempt, but it’s those euphoric instances when the painting 'hits' that make it worth going through all the painful 'misses.'"
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What’s included
- Workshop Tuition
- Guest RoomsGuest room amenities include Towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, hair dryers, in room coffeemaker, mini fridge, tv, internet, lap desks, yoga mats
- Welcome ReceptionLight dinner and refreshments
- Snacks and Most MealsIncludes 2 nights of dinner (welcome and farewell), lunch and breakfast, daily snack breaks, unlimited coffee, tea & seltzer
- Art SuppliesIf art supplies are included in the price of the retreat, it will show in the description.
What’s not included
- TransportationTaxis and rental cars available at airport. We may be able to pick you up at the airport or train station with prior arrangements.
- Optional ExcusionsSee below for fun and inspiring add-on excursions
- Art SuppliesYour instructor will reach out with details on needed materials and supplies. You can have your supplies shipped directly to us if you do not want to travel with them.
- Travel InsuranceAlthough we do not require trip insurance, we VERY HIGHLY recommend it. Here is a link for purchasing Trip Insurance where you can compare rates and coverage. https://www.travelinsurance.com/
Available Packages
For participants who don't need overnight lodging. Price is per person and includes lunch, welcome dinner and farewell dinner only. Doesn't include 24/7 after hours studio use after end of workshop.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 6.45%.
Here is the breakdown:
Day Student Retreat Fee $1075
Accommodation/Sales Tax 6.45 $69
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1144
There are no prepay discounts for the Day Student rate
Price is per person. Double Occupancy. You each have your own bed and your own closet for personal items, and your own bathrobe. You share a bathroom connected to your room.
We assign all students to rooms based on giving everyone a great space. All double occupancy rooms are in the main property.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2145
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $235
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2380
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
A room all to myself but with a shared bathroom. The bathroom is connected directly to your room.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2650
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $ 291
TOTAL Retreat Fee with tax $2941
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
A room all to myself with my own private en-suite bathroom and balcony in the Main House.
You can double your fun by adding a participating artist friend for an additional $1950 plus Tax. Just choose Participating Artist Friend below.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2900
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $320
TOTAL Retreat Fee $3220
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
Willow I Our Super Cute Glamping Camper
We now have a super cute glamping camper!
It is a cozy 25 feet off-grid with a queen size bed, dinette with comfy cushions,
A very spacious bathroom for a cozy camper (it even has a shower!)
It sits in the quiet back area of our property with views of majestic willow trees.
We are dressing it up in the same cozy, beautiful, and colorful linen bedding that we have in our guest rooms... it will be a beautiful getaway!
This cozy abode is meant for one person. Private space/Private bath.
Our other rooms in the main house are $2900 but our glampers are only $2500 plus tax
(You are welcome to share with a friend if you wish for an additional fee - just use the add-on option below)
Out your door is a fancy awning with patio lights and comfy chairs to enjoy the evening breezes.
This fee INCLUDES the State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2500
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $275
TOTAL Retreat Fee with tax $2775
Do you have a loved one who you want to join you but WILL NOT be taking any classes? Use this add-on. This fee includes everything that the full rate includes EXCEPT for the classroom time.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Guest $1350
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $145
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1465
There are no pre-pay discounts for this choice
Do you have a friend that will be participating in class that you want to share your room with?
Use this add-on. You can only use this add-on if you purchased a private room with bath.
This fee includes everything that the full rate includes
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Participating Artist Friend $1950
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $214
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2164
There are no pre-pay discounts for this choice
Available options
Our room rates are normally $350-$400, so this is a fantastic opportunity to stay extra nights
Our room rates are normally $350-$400, so this is a fantastic opportunity to stay extra nights
Itinerary
6-8 pm Welcome Reception - meet your fellow students reception with Welcome Dinner.
Room check ins begin at 3pm