January 10 - February 14, 2026 (6 weeks)
Saturdays, 2:00pm-5:00pm New York Time (Eastern Standard Time)
The Zoom link will be provided. Recordings are available to registrants, so attending the live sessions is not required. Participants are invited to email progress each week by 12:00pm EST on Tuesdays for feedback, which is sent to the class as a mid-week video.
This 6-week winter landscape painting course invites students to explore the expressive and textural possibilities of palette knife painting. Working primarily with several different sizes of putty knives, students will learn how to create bold mark making, rich textures, and dynamic surfaces that bring snowy scenes to life. We will explore how this unique tool can suggest movement, atmosphere, and light in winter environments—think layered snow, icy skies, and rugged terrain. While brushes will still be used when needed, the focus of the class will be on learning to confidently and creatively paint with palette knives.
Projects will be structured as 2–3 week studies, allowing students time to build depth and intention in their work. In the first phase of each project, students will block in the composition loosely, experimenting with texture, color, and knife techniques without worrying about detail. In the following weeks, students will develop and refine their landscapes, adding complexity and visual interest while preserving the fresh, energetic quality that palette knife painting naturally provides. This longer project format encourages exploration, problem-solving, and thoughtful decision-making.
Each class will begin with a discussion and live demonstration, where students can paint along and learn specific knife techniques for mark making, layering, and texture. Group critiques will be held regularly to provide supportive feedback and insight, helping students grow both technically and creatively. This class is suitable for all levels and offers a relaxed, experimental environment where students can embrace the expressive nature of winter landscapes and the versatility of palette knife painting.