Painting the Essence of the Sea: CASSOA Workshop with Karen Blackwood
From publicly posted calendar Checked Jul 24, 2026
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One of 17 upcoming events at Rockport Art Association & Museum, and 3,072 across Greater Boston.
RAA&M Members: $800 | Non-Members: $850
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In this 5-day plein air workshop, Karen Blackwood will guide students in painting the essence of the sea—focusing on the choices that bring clarity, emotion, and atmosphere to coastal subjects. Through outdoor painting sessions, she’ll demonstrate how to simplify design, refine values, and create expressive seascapes that feel alive.
The workshop will be primarily held outdoors, with the first and last days taking place in the studio to support planning, refinement, and completion of work. With a balance of demonstration and one-on-one guidance throughout the week, students will gain confidence in capturing the spirit of the shoreline through their own unique vision.
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Exclusive Lecture: Painting the Power of the Sea with Karen Blackwood
Thursday, September 25, 2026, 5:00–6:00 PM
Karen will discuss what draws her to the sea as subject and teacher—its movement, structure, and emotional range. Using examples from her own work and historical seascape painters, she’ll explore how artists translate energy, weather, and atmosphere into paint.
