Learn traditional oil painting techniques from a classically trained artist

Summer 2015: Landscapes of Southern France’s “Paloise” Region

Plein Air Painting workshop with Naomi Marino

15 unforgettable days in a park of 14 hectares at the gates of the PyreneesNature is an endless source of inspiration for the artist, as well as an indispensable teacher. Plein air painting in particular is a genre with a rich history in France, from Corot to Monet. !The attempt to capture a convincing sense of light and an interesting composition is both a pleasure and a challenge. In no other setting is the artist faced with such a large degree of visual information to be distilled and translated for the viewer by focusing on the bare essentials. !At the same time, landscape painting is forgivable and malleable, a genre that allows for varied interpretation.

Chateau La Tisnere: an enchanting setting conducive to creativity

The breathtaking Paloise region - authentic and inspiring

At the foothills of the Pyrenees mountains

Naomi Marino, contemporary realist painter

Naomi Marino is a contemporary realist painter based in Northern California. After studying art in a university setting as well as apprenticing with Bay Area Realist Charles Becker, Naomi’s interest in Dutch still life, Renaissance art and 19th century master paintings led her to relocate to Florence, Italy, in pursuit of. a strong foundation of technical mastery in painting and drawing.

In the Tradition of the Art Academies of Florence, Italy

Naomi studied at the Angel Academy of Art under maestro Michael John Angel, following a rigorous curriculum fashioned after those of the great 19th Century European art academies. She continued her education with various specialized workshops, independent study, and through teaching traditional drawing techniques and landscape painting at the Angel Academy of art. !Naomi is currently affiliated with the Russian River Atelier in the Sonoma County wine country. She has been the recipient of various scholarships and awards, and her works can be found in Europe, North America, and Australia.

A unique artist“I believe in the intense, careful observation of nature, and the study of

time honored techniques combined with a contemporary discourse; craftsmanship and artistic vision are equally essential.”

In search of beauty…“My work seeks to discover beauty in the every day, be it a collection of objects, a portrait, or a landscape, reconnecting the viewer with a sense of wonder and contemplation.”  !

ScheduleIn these two two-week long courses (July 6th - 17th and also July 20th - 31st), students will be introduced to materials and a sound working method for painting outside - a method that can be applied to other subject matter but that is particularly helpful when called upon to work in an environment where the light and shadows are changing rapidly. !Naomi will share her concepts and practices for creating convincing representational works in the environs of a 19th century Chateau La Tisnere, near Pau, at the foothills of the Pyrenees in scenic Gascony. !Mornings will be dedicated to quick alla prima paintings to capture the sense of light and explore composition. These small paint sketches, executed within two to three hours, are the best exercises for training the eye, capturing the essence of a scene, and increasing painting speed and confidence, which is important when painting outside. !Afternoons will be dedicated to a longer painting, one per week, which will enable students to take their time to develop a more finished work, with careful attention to tonal value, subtle color shifts, and edge control.

Two-Week Intensive WorkshopsWorkshop One: July 6th to July 17th Workshop Two: July 20th to July 31st

!Week-long mini workshop available upon request

!➢ 5 days per week, 6 hours per day ➢ 60 hours total, including demonstrations and critiques ➢ Monday through Friday from 9:00 -12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00 ➢ Break for lunch between 12:00 and 14:00 ➢ Free time to deepen your work and explore the park and

surroundings ➢ A weekend to discover the region! !For more information about the artist visit the following: !Naomi Marino Bob Johnson Art Gallery Elysium Gallery Russian River Atelier

Workshop costEarly reservations are recommended as the maximum number of students per workshop is limited to 6 participants to allow for a high degree of individual attention. Minimum enrollment requirement is 3 participants. !Workshop fee : 1500€ (25€ per hour) !Location : La Tisnère, 31, routes côteaux of guindalos, 64110 Gélos. !Transportation : 5 minutes from Pau railway station/20 minutes from Pau airport !Contact in France : aurelie.piquet@gmail.com (+33678647522) Terredusoleil, 66,rue corot, 92410 Paris !Contact in USA : info@naomimarino.com !Materials and supplies are to be provided by the student, except where noted (please see materials list) !The fee covers 10 days tuition. The course involves 60 hours of instruction, together with demonstrations and critiques. Not included: accommodation, airfares, transport and all other expenses.

Reservation and registrationPayment terms: In order to reserve your place in the summer workshop " landscapes 2015 ", we shall ask you to remit a deposit to the amount of 800 euros for the chosen workshop. !Final adjustment: the balance of payment of 700 euros should be received by 1st May, 2015. !For registrations after May 1st, 2015: the full amount will be requested at the time of the registration. !For payment details please contact: aurelie.piquet@gmail.com !Cancellation policy : If canceling the workshop on behalf of the student before May 1st: complete refund. If canceling the workshop before June 1st: repayment at 50 % of the workshop. If canceling the workshop after June 1st: no refund will be possible. If the workshop is cancelled due to an emergency by the artist, workshop fees will be fully refunded. !In the event of the cancellation of any of the above workshops for reasons beyond our control, we strongly advise participants to acquire travel insurance that covers the loss of any amounts paid for airfare and accommodation.

List of supplies- Recommended oil colours (Good quality brands such as Old

Holland, Windsor & Newton, Michael Harding, or Williamsburg) ✓ Titanium white, ivory black, french ultramarine, cerulean blue,

Viridian, sap green cadmium lemon or cadmium yellow medium, Yellow ochre pale, cadmium red middle, burnt sienna or transparent red oxide, raw umber, permanent alizarin crimson !

- Odorless mineral spirits - A small bottle of Liquin - Portable easel (stainless steel, aluminum, pochade box, or french

folding easel) - A small wooden palette (not needed if you are using a pochade box

or french folding easel) - Palette knife (long and tapered) for mixing paint - Brushes - good quality oil painting bristle and soft haired synthetic

brushes - Carrying case for brushes - Sealable metal or glass brush cleaning container !!!

continued…- Lint-free rags or paper towels for cleaning - A carrying case, bag, or backpack for painting supplies - A carrying case for wet panels - Small oil cup to clip on palette or set beside palette !Optional: - Small regular mirror or small black mirror - A portable folding stool if you must sit, but I recommend standing !Necessary comforts: - A hat with a brim - Sunscreen, bug repellent, etc !

The cost of some materials are included in the workshop price (prepared surfaces on which to paint, such as canvas and panel). Other materials are to be provided by the student and can be purchased in Pau (5 minutes by car).

Useful addresses• Hotels/Bed and Breakfast around Gélos/Pau:

– Clos Mirabel - 276 Avenue des Frères Barthelemy, 64110 Jurancon, Pau – Les Coteaux d'Uzos - 8, route de Piétat, 64000 Pau, France – Chateau Estefani - 47 Route de pietat, 64110 Gelos, Pau, France – www.miragou.com – www.les-chenes64.com – www.lejardindesagapanthes.fr – http://missbrowne.com/fr.html – www.villanavarre.fr !

• Tables d’hôtes – La table d’hôte - 1 rue du Hedas, 64000 Pau, France

+33 (0)5 59 27 56 06