Eric Wiegardt AWS-DF, NWS teaching a Plein Air Watercolor Workshop

Plein Air in Long Beach, WA
July 22 – 25, 2025

$585.00

We invite you to experience the joy of painting out of doors with Eric on the Long Beach Peninsula this summer! Eric will take you to some of his favorite local painting destinations each day–the beach and the bay, quaint harbors and working boatyards, unique coastal communities. All levels of experience are welcome!

Classes Meet 9am – Noon & 1:30-4pm Pacific Time Daily

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Description

LONG BEACH PLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP

with Eric Wiegardt, AWS-DF, NWS
Long Beach Peninsula, Washington
July 22 – 25, 2025

Workshop Overview

Join master watercolorist Eric Wiegardt for an unforgettable plein air painting experience on Washington’s stunning Long Beach Peninsula. Paint alongside Eric at carefully selected locations that showcase the peninsula’s diverse coastal beauty, from sweeping ocean vistas to charming maritime scenes. This workshop combines expert instruction with the irreplaceable experience of painting in the open air.

 

Daily Locations & Subjects

  • Pacific Ocean Beaches
  • Dramatic surf and dunes
  • Morning light on the shoreline
  • Coastal wildlife and beach activities

Willapa Bay Settings

  • Historic working boatyards
  • Peaceful bay waters
  • Traditional oyster beds

Local Harbor Scenes

  • Fishing boats and equipment
  • Maritime activities
  • Weathered dock structures

Coastal Communities

  • Charming beach town architecture
  • Local landmarks

What You’ll Learn

  • Selecting and simplifying plein air subjects
  • Dealing with changing light and weather
  • Quick sketch techniques for capturing essentials
  • Color mixing in outdoor conditions
  • Managing your plein air setup
  • Creating strong compositions from nature
  • Techniques for suggesting detail
  • Methods for completing work on location
  • Meeting point provided each morning

Essential Information

  • Participants are responsible for transportation to painting sites, though accommodation can be made if requested in advance.
  • Restroom accessibility information for each location
  • Daily location schedule provided at start of workshop

Special Features

  • Paint at Eric’s personally selected favorite locations
  • Small group size for individual attention
  • Learn to handle varying weather conditions
  • Experience diverse coastal subjects
  • Supportive, encouraging atmosphere
  • Daily demonstrations at each location

Ideal For

  • All experience levels welcome
  • Beginners to plein air painting
  • Studio painters wanting outdoor experience
  • Experienced artists seeking local inspiration
  • Anyone who enjoys painting outdoors

 

FAQ

I registered for this class, now what happens?

Once you register for this class, you will receive an email from the gallery usually within about a week.  This email will include: a welcome letter from Eric, general information on this workshop as well as upcoming in-person workshops both local and abroad, local hotel brochure with discount, materials list, and product flyer.

What materials do I need?

Once you register for this class, please click on this link to view a materials list so you can ensure you have everything you need before the class begins.

Plein Air Materials List

 

Where can I get the materials I need?

All materials recommended by Eric can be purchased at the gallery or on our website.  If you need a specific item not listed on the website (for example, a large sheet of arches rough watercolor paper), please email gallery@ericwiegardt.com to make those arrangements; we will accommodate your requests to the best of our ability.

If you are traveling to attend a local workshop here on the Long Beach Peninsula & would like to ship your supplies ahead of time, you are welcome to do so; please email gallery@ericwiegardt.com to make arrangements.  Likewise, if you need to order any last-minute supplies, please call or email gallery@ericwiegardt.com to purchase and have Eric bring them to location on the 1st day of the workshop.

 

What does this class consist of?

This workshop meets daily from 9am-noon, breaks for lunch, then meets again from 1:30pm-4pm.  Be prepared to do some light walking with your supplies.  We try our best to choose locations that are easily accessible, but not always handicap friendly.  If you have specific questions or concerns, please call or email the gallery.

On the first day, you will all meet in the conference room at ‘The Breakers’ hotel by 9am.  There Eric will go over your daily schedule, distribute maps (with daily locations marked), answer any questions you may have, then head out to your first location to begin painting!  We recommend that you pack a lunch for that 1st day to bring with you to the location.  For the following days, Eric can recommend whether you will need to bring a lunch or if there are restaurants/food trucks nearby you can utilize; feel free to ask him

Then on the remaining days of the workshop, you will typically meet at that day’s location at 9am to begin painting.

The conference room is also available to our students before and after class hours if you would like extra painting time.

 

How do I attend?

On the first day, you will all meet in the conference room at ‘The Breakers’ hotel by 9am.  There Eric will go over your daily schedule, distribute maps (with daily locations marked), answer any questions you may have, then head out to your first location to begin painting!  We recommend that you pack a lunch for that 1st day to bring with you to the location.  For the following days, Eric can recommend whether you will need to bring a lunch or if there are restaurants/food trucks nearby you can utilize; feel free to ask him.

If you don’t already have a place to stay, we encourage you to book a room at ‘The Breakers’ and ask for the 10% workshop discount.  There are many delicious restaurants nearby; feel free to ask gallery or hotel personnel for recommendations!

The Breakers hotel also hosts options for those who don’t want to eat out, from kitchenettes to full kitchens and outdoor grills guests can utilize.

 

Will we visit Eric’s art gallery?

Students will have an opportunity to visit Eric’s gallery while Eric provides a personalized tour sharing his family history and humorous stories; this usually takes place the evening before the last day of instruction.  All paintings, prints, & products we carry can be purchased; you can also meet with the gallery manager to go over any framing details you might desire.

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