Nocturnal Plein Air Painting Workshop

Experience the Magic of Nocturnal Painting on Enders Island!

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable night of plein air painting, where the historic Main House and the island’s serene coastal landscape come to life under the glow of moonlight.

Your evening begins at dusk with preliminary sketches, focusing on composition and the shifting tones of twilight. As darkness falls, you will embrace the unique challenges of nocturnal painting—capturing the subtle interplay of artificial and natural light while learning to translate nighttime color and atmosphere onto canvas.

Under the expert guidance of Dan DeLouise, you will receive personalized instruction to develop your technique and confidence in painting after dark. This workshop is open to artists of all skill levels, offering a rare opportunity to explore light and shadow in an entirely new way.

Each participant is responsible for bringing their own painting materials and a light source. Join us for an inspiring night of creativity on the scenic grounds of Enders Island!

 The program will begin at 6 PM and conclude at 9 PM

 You are welcome to arrive any time after 5:30 to set up.

Suggested materials:

• Portable easel and palette
• BRUSHES: a variety of sizes Filbert and flat head. #1 – #12
• Palette knife(s) for mixing and application
• Oil PAINTS:
• Cadmium red
• Cadmium yellow deep
• Cadmium orange
• Alizarin crimson
• Yellow Ochr
• Sap green
• Burnt sienna
• Cobalt blue
• Ultramarine blue
• Titanium white
• Mars Black
• Linseed oil and turpentine or equivalent and containers for the above mediums.
• 8×10, 9×12, 11×14 canvas or gessoed board.
• Light

Two cordless lights will be needed, one for palette and one for your canvas.