Terry Miura Workshop Day One

Napa was beautiful today, perfect weather. We met at the Etude Winery in the afternoon for a plein air demonstration by Terry Miura. I have to say that this workshop is very well put together and Terry is a wonderful teacher. He is so good at explaining his technique and is very generous with sharing his knowledge and experience. A gifted instructor. What he chose to paint was not the easiest, but he pulled it off beautifully. The most important point to remember? Write down your reason for choosing your subject before you start to paint! Essential! Otherwise it is easy to be lead astray and forget your focal point. It is all about that.
He shared all of the foundational information but also gave us plenty of subtle tips that he has learned to rely on over the years. This was very helpful. One thing that I have forgotten to do lately is to use my gray mixture to control the chroma or intensity of the color. Very good stuff.
Tomorrow? Mondavi Vineyards. Can't wait.