2-Day Plein Air in Gouache or Acrylic with Mike Hernandez

Join artist Mike Hernandez for an immersive two-day plein air painting experience in the beautiful Hood River region. Known for his bold use of color and expressive brushwork, Mike will be teaching primarily with gouache, while encouraging participants to paint in whichever medium they feel most comfortable—gouache or acrylic.

Over the course of two days, participants will explore the fundamentals of plein air painting, with a focus on simplifying shapes, capturing light, and developing strong compositions. Weather permitting, we’ll paint outdoors in Hood River and the surrounding landscape, with opportunities to capture the breathtaking views of Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge in its rich autumn colors.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the workshop will move indoors to a studio setting, where Mike will guide students in using on-site sketches, photos, and memory to translate the plein air experience into finished studio paintings. Through demonstrations, group discussions, and one-on-one instruction, you’ll gain new insight into building a painting from start to finish and learn how to infuse your work with clarity and atmosphere.

This workshop is designed for artists of all levels who want to improve their plein air skills, discover the versatility of gouache, and enjoy a supportive environment surrounded by Oregon’s inspiring natural beauty.

Materials are not included. Students will receive a 20% discount for materials purchased for this class. Just show us your registration at checkout.

Dates: Saturday November 1st & Sunday November 2nd

Time: 11am-4pm

Ages: 18+

Cost: $350

Location: Tokki Art Supply

Materials List:

Holbein acryla gouache colors

Primary white

Leaf green

Primary or regular yellow

Deep yellow

Orange

Luminous red or Light red bright

Magenta

Crimson

Violet

Naples yellow

Yellow Ochre

Burnt Sienna

Burnt umber

Deep Violet

Ultramarine blue

Cerulean blue

Cobalt or light green

Blue green

• A simplified (minimum) palette that would also work would be

Permanent White

Brilliant Yellow

Marigold Yellow or Cad Orange

Cad Red Medium

Alizarine Crimson

Yellow Ochre

Burnt Sienna

Burnt Umber

Spectrum Violet

Cobalt Blue

Olive Green

(Find similar colors if using acrylic paints)

Brushes:

Half-inch Flat.

One-inch Flat.

Round acrylic brushes (#8).

Boards.

Crescent cold-press illustration board (Preferred).

140 lb cold press watercolor block will work as well.

Additional Supplies

Cup or container for water.

Spray bottle.

Paper towels.

Mixing tray.

If you cannot attend a class, a 2 week notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.