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Michael Chesley Johnson
  • Sedona, AZ
  • United States
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Taos NM Painting Locations
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Registration for Paint Campobello Is On!

My Paint Campobello plein air workshops are starting to fill!  Similar to Paint Sedona, Paint Campobello workshops are four half-days with time left to explore or paint, and it's been very popular with painters who bring along family or friends.  Campobello Island (in the Canadian Maritimes, New Brunswick) has some of the very…See More
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"If you're looking for a cool getaway, please consider Paint Campobello! It's a beautiful island getaway. http://www.paintcampobello.com"
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"Return to Campobello Island - and the Traveling Palette…"
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Choosing a Painting Workshop

For the original post see:  http://mchesleyjohnson.blogspot.com/2013/04/choosing-painting-workshop.htmlAs I write this, I'm at the Art Barn School of Art in Valparaiso, Indiana.  Spring has finally come to this part of the world – the woods are filled with a lacy fluttering of green, spring beauties carpet the ground, and the trillium and dogwood are just…See More
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The Importance of Drawing

"Michael, I couldn't make out if you were saying "in threes" or "trees". at the end of the video... which, by the way I like very much. I saw a lot of trees in your movie but I also like to break things down to thirds. so."
Apr 16
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The Importance of Drawing

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Drawing is one of the most important skills to the landscape painter. You may not see any straight lines in the natural landscape, but line and proportion are vital. For more videos on the basics of plein air painting, see my course at…
Mar 20
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Drusilla replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"I would ask Deborah Secor and Maggie Price, they live nearby and probably know all the neat spots."
Mar 5
Michael Chesley Johnson replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"Hi Don - It's in late April and, yes, we could even have snow!  I was there one April and we had a massive snowstorm, but the painting was still good.  I'll probably avoid the Taos Pueblo, since they charge a fee for photography…"
Mar 5
Donald Maier replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"When is your workshop? It can get pretty cold up there. But Drusilla is right... the pueblo village is really great, but the scenery in general provides plenty to do. As with most things, you have to observe it for a while to see the beauty. Lots to…"
Mar 5
Michael Chesley Johnson commented on Michael Chesley Johnson's video
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The Importance of Drawing

"Thanks, Cecile!"
Feb 19
Cecile Hines commented on Michael Chesley Johnson's video
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"SO TRUE! Have sketch books every where."
Feb 18
Michael Chesley Johnson posted a video

The Importance of Drawing

02:34
Drawing is one of the most important skills to the landscape painter. You may not see any straight lines in the natural landscape, but line and proportion are vital. For more videos on the basics of plein air painting, see my course at…
Feb 18
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Michael Chesley Johnson replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"Very good!"
Feb 11
Drusilla replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"I also visitd the local pueblos and ruins. Bandelier National Monument is neat, you can paint down in the canyon and up on top of the ruins."
Feb 11
Michael Chesley Johnson replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"Thanks much, Dru!"
Feb 11
Drusilla replied to Michael Chesley Johnson's discussion Taos NM Painting Locations
"Taos Pueblo area and the ski lift area. Also if you drive east into the mountains on highway 64 and then south on the 434, the 518 and back towards Santa Fe on the 25 there are some nice farmlands and views that direction. I made a huge drive loop…"
Feb 11

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Registration for Paint Campobello Is On!

My Paint Campobello plein air workshops are starting to fill!  Similar to Paint Sedona, Paint Campobello workshops are four half-days with time left to explore or paint, and it's been very popular with painters who bring along family or friends.  Campobello Island (in the Canadian Maritimes, New…

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Posted on May 21, 2013 at 9:30am

Choosing a Painting Workshop

For the original post see:  http://mchesleyjohnson.blogspot.com/2013/04/choosing-painting-workshop.html

As I write this, I'm at the Art Barn School of Art in Valparaiso, Indiana.  Spring has finally come to this part of the world – the woods are filled with a lacy fluttering of green, spring beauties carpet the ground,…

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Posted on May 5, 2013 at 2:50pm

Painting Size Poll Results

Plein Air Painting Sizes Poll Results http://mchesleyjohnson.blogspot.com/2011/12/outdoor-painting-sizes.html

Posted on December 9, 2011 at 8:42am

Thoughts on Teaching

Photo Courtesy of Ruth Ann Sturgill

Over the centuries, most painters have taught.  Back during Leonardo's day, painters took on apprentices to help with the dirty work of…

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Posted on December 6, 2011 at 7:35pm

Studio Cleaning - and Painting Sale!

If you've been following my blog, you'll know I'm cleaning out the studio.  I'm selling sketches and demos, pieces that you won't find in my galleries.  As such, they are specially priced and unframed.     So, if you're looking for a holiday gift - or even just a a gift for yourself - stay tuned!  I hope you find something you like.  I'll be posting these through Christmas.

 

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Posted on November 16, 2011 at 2:50pm

Comment Wall (3 comments)

At 9:31pm on May 29, 2009, jacki newell said…
What a beautiful painting. I look forward to seeing more of your work.
At 7:29pm on July 17, 2009, Susan F. Greaves said…
Oops. Sorry for the delay. Don't know how I missed that request!
At 8:39am on July 21, 2011, Cecile Hines said…
wasn't able to post messages on the paintings for some reason but wanted to let you know how beautiful they are.

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