Plein air, French for “outdoor” or “in the open air,” refers to the tradition of landscape painting in the nineteenth century. Today, this practice has become increasingly popular with annual events and festivals, encouraging artists to create work of local communities directly on-site.
In this workshop, students will go over the fundamentals of working with pastel en plein air to create a small thumbnail and larger extended study of a subject of their choosing. Pastel technique and application in both wet and dry forms will be discussed to create quick notations of the natural world. With a focus in color theory and mark making, we will explore how to capture the essence of Cambridge in pastel. All skill levels are welcome! Please be sure to bring water and sun protection.
*In case of inclement weather, we will work inside looking out windows to view the landscape or use photographic references for source material.
Date: May 23
Day: Saturday
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Age: Adults
Instructor: Mary Beth Drabiszczak
Min/Max: 6/12
Cost: $80.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SATURDAY MAY 9 OR UNTIL FILLED
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BEGINNING PLEIN AIR IN PASTELS
Art Hub Refund & Cancellation Policy
At Art Hub, we do our best to keep classes running smoothly while also honoring the time and commitment of our students and instructors. Thank you for taking a moment to review our updated refund policy effective Jan 1, 2026.
Class Minimums
Most classes require a minimum of 4 participants one week before the start date.
- If we reach the minimum, the class will run as scheduled.
If Art Hub Cancels a Class/Workshop
- If a class is canceled because we did not meet the minimum and it cannot be rescheduled, you may choose a full refund or class credit.
- If a new date is scheduled and you cannot attend, you may choose a full refund or class credit valid for one year.
- If a workshop (1 time class) is canceled due to instructor illness or bad weather, we will make every effort to reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, you may choose a full refund or class credit.
- If a class (multiple weeks) is canceled due to instructor illness or bad weather, we will reschedule, if you are unable to attend, no refund or class credit will be issued. We will make sure you get the material that was covered during that makeup.
If You Need to Cancel Your Registration
14+ days before class:
- You may choose full refund or class credit.
8–13 days before class:
- You receive class credit.
7 days before class:
- No refunds or credits are available.
After the class has started:
- No refunds or credits are available.
Class credits are valid for one calendar year from the date they are issued and expire thereafter.
Regarding Past Credits (2023–2025)
Class credits issued from 2023–2025 will continue to be honored as credit toward future classes; however, they cannot be redeemed for cash. These existing credits will expire on July 1, 2026.