Artist Deborah Beck at the Landis Arboretum for Weeklong Session

ESPERANCE, NY (07/23/2007)(readMedia)-- LANDSCAPE PAINTING, August 13 – 17, 9:30 am-12:30 pm (Monday - Friday)

Established artist Deborah Beck invites those of all levels to explore the joys of landscape painting amidst the beautiful natural settings and vistas of the Landis Arboretum, using water based paints, watercolor, gouache, acrylic, or oils (for those with their own easel).

Ms. Beck will demonstrate how to analyze and compose each scene for initial sketches and how to build up colors and forms. Additional topics may include color mixing, texture, brushwork, shape, line, and value. Class participants will paint at several sites in the Arboretum. Supply list will be furnished upon registration. Register by August 3. $80 members, $100 non-members.

Those with an interest and questions can contact Ms. Beck directly at 914-734-9144,or view her work, PaintingsDIRECT.com.

About the Arboretum

The Landis Arboretum is a multifaceted gem along the Route 20 Scenic Corridor between Albany and Skaneateles. Landis is central to the New York State Wine and Spa Trails, and in close proximity to historic Sharon Springs. He Arboretum is a natural respite for those traveling to the high-volume tourist attractions between the Albany, Cooperstown, and Finger Lakes Regions.

The Landis Arboretum includes a nationally recognized collection of oaks and is registered with the North American Plant Collections Consortium (NAPCC). The Arboretum also is included in the New York State Route 20 Bluebird Trail, bringing even more birdwatchers to the site. The Arboretum’s vast dark sky and wide horizons attract area astronomers to its meeting house and parking field for sky-watching events throughout the year.

For more information, or to register, contact the Arboretum at 518-875-6935, landis@midtel.net.

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Contact: Vicki Hazzard, Landis Arboretum, 518-875-6935

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