Two Day Plein Air Workshop

Instructor: Howard Friedland AISM

Every painter has within them the need to express with paint, the people, places and things that resonate strongly within them. True artistry is born of the tastes and experience of the individual’s soul. No instructor can teach students what to paint or exactly how to paint it. Those things are your personal choice and what make you, YOU!

I like to say to students” you bought the paint, brushes and canvas so you get to use them any way you like!”

There is however, what are called the “mechanics” of painting. These are helpful tidbits of information that will help guide a painter, aiding them in describing more accurately and visually the statement they’re aiming to express.  These notions have been passed down over centuries from teacher to student. 

Why reinvent the wheel if you can delve into that treasure trove of information?

In this 2 day workshop we will be painting “en plain air” (weather permitting) the way Claude Monet and the impressionists love to paint. I’ll discuss approaches to capturing quickly, an effective design and an accurate color study. I will demonstrate those techniques and at the end of each session I’ll critique the paintings of those who would like to get my input.

These are some of the topics I will be covering.

• Broken Color
• Brushwork
• Color Harmony
• Capturing the Light

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IF AIS cancels, students are given a full refund. Due to the unknown circumstances with COVID 19, AIS will offer a partial refund of 90% of fee if students need to cancel for any reason.

Students will be sent information with details as to meeting location for the first class. 

Open to all AIS members, our Paintout will be exhibited at Gallery 1516 on Saturday, September 11.  No fee to participate, we appreciate and prefer preregistration.  Artists can check in anytime during the following schedule. 

We encourage you to explore the many amazing locations in and around Omaha.  Our AIS members in the area are providing maps and directions to special locales!    Omaha Zoo and a private property inspired by Monet's gardens are available for AIS members to sign up and will include refreshments, lunch and transportation. 

Artists may turn in one painting, maximum size 12 x 16 on Saturday, September 11 by 2:00 pm for judging.  All work must be for sale.   AIS will process sales and artists receive 80% commission.  Work must be framed.  

Stamping and Check-In times:  At Gallery 1516

Wednesday, September 8 at 9 am-1pm and 5 pm - 7pm

Thursday, September 9 at 9 am- 11 am  and 5 pm - 6pm 

Friday, September 10  at 9 am - 6pm

You may also check in/get canvas stamped at Zoo (Thursday) and Private Property (Saturday)

Questions?  Contact AIS Executive Director, Liz Ahrens  231-881-7685 aisdirector1@gmail.com

Join us for a welcome get-together with your AIS friends as we kick off our opening week festivities!  We will gather at the remarkable Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha.  You'll enjoy seeing your artist friends, making new ones and private museum tours will be offered. 

Hearty appetizers and beverages will be served. Open to AIS members and one guest per member. RSVP required for catering count by August 7.  PLEASE REGISTER so we can get an accurate count! 

Joslyn Art Museum

2200 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68102-1292

Free parking is available in the Parking Garden northeast of the Museum. Metered parking is available on surrounding streets. The northeast Parking Garden is accessible via the Dodge Street entrance drive to the south or the 24th Street entrance drive to the west.

You are encouraged to paint or take photos for studio work.  The zoo will open early for AIS entry only.  

We will provide more information closer to the date with emails to registered artists. 

You must register to attend!

You must bring your own supplies

and easel.

 If it rains--we cancel--no rain date

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Join us for the opening reception of our 22nd Annual AIS National Exhibition.  This is the private opening for our members, guests and the members of Gallery 1516. Our annual exhibit will feature approximately 175  juried paintings by some of the top contemporary impressionist painters in the country!  Light refreshments will be served.

Awards Judge, CW Mundy AISM, will make brief remarks.  Meet AIS Masters Howard Friedland and Carolyn Anderson and Tim Newton, Publisher of Western Art and Architecture. 

Registration appreciated but not required. 

Our Awards Judge and AIS Master Member, C.W. Mundy, will present his highly acclaimed "Seven Foundational Truths."  CW will share his seven principles of the science of art, with a slide show and discussion.  CW will kick off our full day of educational programs just for AIS members!

At Gallery 1516 in Omaha, Nebraska

Join us for our first educational event on Friday, September 10. 

Our Awards Judge and AIS Master Member, C.W. Mundy and AIS Master Member, Carolyn Anderson present "Conversation with The Artists" with moderator Tim Newton, Publisher of Western Art and Architecture and renown art collector. 

Carolyn and CW will share their art philosophies followed by Q & A.

At Gallery 1516 in Omaha, Nebraska

CW Mundy

Carolyn Anderson

Join us for lunch sponsored by Art of the West! 

Art of the West rep, Lisa Staudohar, will visiting us all week to learn more about AIS and our members.   

Box lunches will be provided and served at Gallery 1516 in Omaha, Nebraska in between our educational programs. You must RSVP to reserve your lunch! 

A Short Story of Art – Symbolism, Idealism and Realism

AIS Master Member, Carolyn Anderson presents her view of art history.  Carolyn is an award winning artist, workshop instructor and highly sought speaker. 

"The constant throughout art history has been the search to portray what we think we see, what we actually see, and, perhaps more importantly, what we want to see. Artists throughout history made one discovery after another. Over the centuries, artists refined these techniques and learned new ways to optimize their interpretations of the visible world."-- Carolyn Anderson AISM

Carolyn Anderson

 Howard Friedland AISM will give a two hour painting demonstration for us.  You won't want to miss this!  

You can stay for the full demo or drop in anytime to learn from one of our newest AIS Master members.  

At Gallery 1516 in Omaha, Nebraska

Open to all AIS members and one guest per member. As part of our AIS Member Educational Programs, enjoy appetizers and beverages courtesy of American Art Collector magazine!  Please register if you plan to attend so we can get an accurate catering count.  RSVP by August 10 is preferred. 

At Gallery 1516 in Omaha, Nebraska

Join us for an entertaining and insightful presentation from Tim Newton, Publisher of Western Art and Architecture.   Tim will share his tips about how he has become one of admired art collectors in the US.  

Light refreshments will be served.   This event is open to the public.  

He is past Chairman/CEO of the renowned Salmagundi Club in New York City, and the founder and curator of the highly successful American Masters exhibition.  Tim is a highly sought awards judge and speaker.  He now spends most of his time in Cody, Wyoming.  

AIS is hosting our members at a picturesque private property in Omaha. Spend the morning and early afternoon painting with your AIS friends.  This property was designed with inspiration from Monet's gardens. We are grateful for our hosts hospitality and they are providing lunch for you served on property! 

A shuttle will be provided as parking is limited.

We will provide more information closer to the date with emails to registered artists. 

You must register to attend!

You must bring your own supplies and easel.

Directions Will be provided in early September to all registered artists.

If it rains--we cancel--no rain date

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Join us for a final gathering to celebrate together with your fellow AIS members and their guests! Sponsored by Southwest Art Magazine.  Refreshments and light bites served. 

Paint Out Awards announced with Awards Judge CW Mundy AISM and Debra Joy Groesser AIS President of the Board of Directors. 

The Wet Wall Exhibit and Awards will be held at Gallery 1516.