Physical Rating:
1 – Relaxing
- No artistic experience necessary.?Only?an appreciation and desire to learn.
- We transport you to Eagle Beach where it is a short stroll to your painting location.
- You are free to explore around the area on ?your own.
- All necessary art supplies are provided.
- Includes snacks, water, and a comfortable chair to relax in.
- Hotel pick and drop-off included
Approximate Duration:
6 hours
Painting the Last Frontier
Learn How to Capture Juneau?s Finer Beauty One Stroke at a Time
Juneau?s iconic and powerful scenery makes it one of Alaska?s crown jewels, but it takes more than a quick glance to draw this beauty out. Learning how to see under the layers is part of what changes a mere image into a masterpiece. As you roll up to one of Juneau?s natural wonders, we assist you in all of the essences of making a painting your own, sparking keen observation of surroundings, and inspiring a love and appreciation of the land while providing the tools you need to recognize those beauties in your life as you journey back home.
As you absorb the scene at Eagle Beach, we demonstrate the subtleties that bring the magnificence of Southeast Alaska to life on your canvas. Through ancient stories from the land, awe-inspiring surroundings, and knowledge from your professional artist guide, you learn what it is to flow with your creation, appreciate the wild of our world, and discover your full potential as an artist.
The Vision
Your professional artist guide meets you at the dock with a fresh vision for the day. ?As everyone gets to know each other, we learn about your love for art and what might shape your vision. ?Once everyone has arrived, we depart from the crowded hustle of town and embark on our adventure to Eagle Beach.
The Strokes
On the road, your guide will tell you stories of the land, the animals, and the people who have shaped it to build a foundation of knowledge to inspire your creation. ?We will take a short stop?to absorb the powerful coastline. ?Here, your guide will lead you through a calming meditation and small sketchbook exercises to get the creativity flowing and allow you to drop into your surroundings.
The Goal
At our final location, Eagle Beach, we take some time to explore the land and immerse ourselves in the scenery. ?As we hone in our focus and settle down at our easels, your guide will softly educate on painting techniques and inspire your creation with further education about Juneau and stories from the Tlingit and Haida people. ?As time slips by, we can enjoy the serenity of the moment and the power of group observations. ?We will experience the ability to build off each other and feel the energy in the environment flow through us and onto the canvas.
The View
In the end, over refreshments and snacks, we sit back and enjoy our work, taking a moment to compose and get ready for our return to the ship. ?The drive back to town is a great time to rehash the inspiration and creation tools received and to learn about the art community in Juneau today along with the history art has played in the local Tlingit and Haida cultures. ?When we say goodbye with your artwork in hand, we trust your fresh motivation will follow you home.
Essential Gear
Whether the sun shines or the rain falls, we have you covered with the gear necessary to take on the elements of your excursion. You bring your shoes and warm layered clothing, we?ll handle everything else.
Photo Memories
It’s nice to have photos with you in the picture. While you to snap amazing Alaskan photos, your guide shoots along with you. After your excursion, all photos are available online to download absolutely?FREE!?See an example gallery of past tour photos?here.
Energy Food
We provide high quality energy food. Keep your mind and body fueled to have the optimal experience.
Gear we provide:
- Easel
- Canvas
- Brushes
- Paints
- Sketch pad
- Pencils
- Pens
If the excursion conditions call for additional gear, we provide:
- Shelter
Essential nourishment we provide:
- Fruit (eg. bananas & apples)
- Vegetables (eg. carrots & tomatoes)
- Energy Bars (eg. Clif Bar & Power Bar)
- Trail Mix
- Wild Alaskan Salmon Spread & Crackers
- And likely a small surprise!
And of course plenty of water!
Spots are limited and only available online