Plein Air Painting at Fallsview Arts

Plein Air Painting at Fallsview Arts offers artists the opportunity to step outside the studio and work directly from the landscape. Set against the natural surroundings of the Hudson Valley, these sessions focus on observing light, atmosphere, and seasonal change while developing stronger skills in color, composition, and perception. Students may work in pastel, oil or acrylic paints.

Painting Outdoors: What to Expect

Work outdoors in a focused, supportive setting where observation leads the process. Sessions may begin on the grounds surrounding Fallsview Arts or nearby scenic locations, with guidance tailored to both beginners and experienced painters.

Learn to simplify complex landscapes into strong compositions
Understand shifting light, color temperature, and atmosphere
Build confidence painting on location
Optional studio refinement following outdoor work, inquire to schedule

Who This Outdoor Painting Experience Is For

Beginners curious about painting outdoors
Intermediate and advanced artists refining observation skills
Students looking to complement studio classes with real-world practice
Anyone seeking a slower, more immersive creative experience in nature

Instructor: Sarah Miller Totten
Founder of Fallsview Arts and a Hudson Valley–based artist with 15+ years of teaching experience.

Your View. Your Location. A Guided Painting Experience.

Host a guided outdoor painting experience at your garden, vineyard, historic property, workplace, or private event. Fallsview Arts provides professional instruction for beginners and experienced artists, with customized supply options available.

Private and group plein air events are available throughout the Hudson Valley, Westchester, Putnam County, and Fairfield County.