Plein Air: Painting the Coast with Leo Neufeld — Aug 2 - 3

Dates: August 2, 2025 → August 3, 2025
Times: Saturday 1 PM-4 PM Sunday 1PM-4 PM
Level:

Workshop Description:
How do you capture the essence of the Mendocino coastline on canvas? How can an understanding of light, shadow, and form bring a landscape to life with depth and dimension? How do you move beyond technique to create a painting that reflects both the natural beauty of the scene and your personal artistic voice? In this weekend plein air painting workshop with Leo Neufeld, students will explore and refine essential skills for capturing coastal landscapes. Through guided practice and individual instruction, participants will learn techniques to observe and interpret the interplay of light, color, and texture unique to the Mendocino coastline. This workshop is perfect for experienced artists seeking to deepen their plein air practice and for new artists eager to learn the foundational principles of capturing the dynamic beauty of nature in their work.

About the Instructor:
Leo Neufeld - Artist and Educator

Leo Neufeld is a distinguished artist and educator with over 40 years of teaching experience. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor's degree in Art, Leo further honed his skills in New York City, studying at the prestigious Art Students League and the National Academy of Design. His talent and dedication to the arts led him to become an instructor at the New York Academy of Art and the National Academy of Design, where he inspired countless students.

As a copyist at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., Leo immersed himself in the masterpieces of the past, deepening his understanding of technique and form. His own artwork has been exhibited in notable galleries across the United States, including the Grand Central Gallery in New York City, the David Barnett Gallery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Mary Ran Gallery in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Throughout his career, Leo Neufeld has remained dedicated to both creating and sharing art, inspiring students and art enthusiasts alike with his expertise and passion for the visual arts.

Required Materials:
- Palette
- Oil paint in the following colors, HOC, or similar: Titanium white, Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red Light, Terra Rose, Alizarin Crimson, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Horizon Blue, Turquoise Blue, Sevres Blue, Cadmium green light, Permeant green, Ivory black, Filbert bristle brushes No. 2,4,6,8,10, Round Sable brushes No. 4,6, Pallet knife, Viewfinder, Soft fine charcoal, Gamsol mineral spirits, Liquin medium, French Easel, Several canvases (12 X 16, 14 X 18, 12 X 24), Stain canvas, warm gray

Optional Materials:
- NA