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Classes 2023
“Poetic Landscape” Photography Workshop
Instructor: Olga Merrill
Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
Time: 6 PM
Duration: 2.5 hours, +15 minute tête-à-tête session with Olga to review images for each participant.
Tuition: Members $130 Non-members $140 (Minimum # students: 4 ; Maximum # 5)
Location: Pott’s Harbor (Basin Point, South Harpswell)
Description: Olga Merrill invites you to take a closer look and to connect with Maine’s harbors. Explore ways to train your eye and challenge your creativity using composition, light and design elements that will help you create your unique photos that reflect your artistic vision.
Olga said: ”Every harbor has its own spirit, personality, attitude, mystery, and (I don’t know the correct English word) but it’s something like mysticality.”
Skill Level: All levels welcome
Recommended: Knowledge of the camera.
Prerequisites: Understanding the full-functionality of your camera is a necessity when photographing in a variety of situations.
Equipment: DSLR or mirrorless camera (any lenses, telephoto lens is preferable), filters (optional), extra camera battery and memory cards. Iphone lovers are welcome.
You are welcome to bring your enthusiasm and creative thoughts!
About Olga Merrill: Olga Merrill is an award-winning Maine-based visual artist primarily using the medium of photography. She uses photography as a tool – like an instrument to make music or a brush for painting – to create an image of her vision, with a dreamy and indirect relationship to external reality.
Merrill’s work has been part of group shows and festivals nationally and internationally. She was the 1st Place Winner, International Juried exhibit ” Black and White 2020″, NYC4PA; 1st place winner, 15th Annual National Photography Competition at Foto-Foto Gallery, 2019; Silver Award at San Francisco Bay International Photography Competition, 2019. She had a solo exhibition” Enigma” at Griffin Museum of Photography, 2021.
website: www.olgamerrill.com
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Plein Air Workshop at Pemaquid Lighthouse
Session 1
Instructor: Mary Ann Heinzen
Date: Friday, August 25, 2023 (Session 1)
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Tuition: Members $65 Non-members $80
(tuition includes free entry to Pemaquid Park)
These classes will be plein air, outdoor workshops held at Pemaquid Point. Each class will start with a watercolor demonstration, after which, artists will work on their own, either the same view or one of their choosing.
The goal will be to limit detail and avoid overworking, making a simple, fresh statement to capture the moment. Artists are encouraged to use their own style and approach, from abstract to realism.
Mary Ann Heinzen is a seasoned watercolor instructor and will provide individual feedback and assistance throughout the workshop. In case of rain, class will be rescheduled. Supply lists are available upon registration. There are parking, restrooms and wonderful views at Pemaquid Point.
Adult Artists of all levels are welcome, including beginners!
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Plein Air Workshop at Pemaquid Lighthouse
Session 2
Instructor: Mary Ann Heinzen
Date: Friday, September 22, 2023 (Session 2)
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Tuition: Members $65 Non-members $80
(tuition includes free entry to Pemaquid Park)
These classes will be plein air, outdoor workshops held at Pemaquid Point. Each class will start with a watercolor demonstration, after which, artists will work on their own, either the same view or one of their choosing.
The goal will be to limit detail and avoid overworking, making a simple, fresh statement to capture the moment. Artists are encouraged to use their own style and approach, from abstract to realism.
Mary Ann Heinzen is a seasoned watercolor instructor and will provide individual feedback and assistance throughout the workshop. In case of rain, class will be rescheduled. Supply lists are available upon registration. There are parking, restrooms and wonderful views at Pemaquid Point.
Adult Artists of all levels are welcome, including beginners!