Learn the basics of painting with watercolor and pastel, ideal for plein air, as you work on location at beautiful and historic
Laurel Hill Cemetery featuring terraced grounds,
sculpture, and amazing views of the Schuylkill River. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, reference art historical examples, and encourage personal expression. Instruction will be geared to watercolor and pastel, but you may work in the media of your choice including, oil, acrylic, gouache and drawing. Free parking and restrooms available.
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Date: 4 weeks, Thursday, October 8 - 29, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fee: $195
Register by: October 2 (space is limited)
** Sign up with a friend and receive 10% off both registrations. Use discount code ClassFall26 at checkout.
Keith Leitner is a member of the Cerulean Arts Collective. He holds an MFA from PAFA and a BA in Urban Studies from Temple University. He embraces the quiet two-dimensional artwork as a respite from a world saturated with digital noise. As a teacher, he believes that in order to achieve your creative potential, a thorough understanding of your chosen medium is necessary. He also teaches at Perkins Center for the Arts and PAFA.
