Patty Voje – Cows in the Landscape (Online); Thursdays, May 7 & 14, 2026

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Mediums: Oil or acrylic
Level: All levels welcome
Class Dates: Thursdays, May 7 & 14, 2026
Class Times:
• 10:00 am-12:30 pm Pacific Time
• 1:00 pm-3:30 pm Eastern Time
• 6:00 pm-8:30 pm UK Time

Join Patty Voje for a two-session workshop where you’ll learn to capture the beauty of pastoral scenes. From open meadows to rolling pastures and farmland, we’ll focus on integrating cows into the landscape from the very beginning—so together they can be simplified into larger shapes and value patterns that form a strong, unified composition.

Using a limited palette and small panels, we’ll simplify the process to deepen understanding and strengthen your design skills. Working from photo references, this workshop will include demonstrations, discussion, exercises, assignments, and constructive critiques designed to build your skills and confidence.

We’ll cover:

• Designing a strong composition
• Using perspective to create depth
• Painting atmosphere
• Working with a limited palette for color harmony
• Understanding color temperature
• Developing expressive brushwork
• Tips for painting from photos, along with key principles you can apply when painting en plein air

By the end of the workshop, you’ll complete two paintings and gain a clear process for simplifying complex scenes into cohesive, expressive landscapes. Patty will be teaching in oil, but you’re welcome to work in the medium of your choice.

All levels are welcome.