The following is a list of things to have when you come to paint!
Please be ready to paint when you arrive! There are several art stores in Sedona, but it is suggested that you have your materials with you to save time. Use this check list to make sure you have everything you need:
Field Easel
Please bring an easel that is made for painting outdoors. Artists
trying to use studio equipment find they spend most of their time trying to
adapt it to use outdoors and it is very difficult.
Back Pack
Their are several back packs available to hold French easels and pochad
boxes. They will also hold the rest of your gear so that you can have your
hands free while hiking. We do not hike far, usually not more than 100
yards, but a pack keeps things organized and your hands available for carrying
back your wet painting.
Paints
Mr. Jennings uses the following colors:
Cobalt Blue Deep, French Ultramarine, Cad Red Deep, Cad Orange, Cad Yellow, Cad
Yellow Deep, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Viridian, Burnt Umber, Alizarin
Crimson, and Zinc/Titanium White.
Brushes
Brights - Have sizes ranging from 3/4" - 1" widths
in a sable or sabline, not bristles. Jennings uses the Ruby Satin line of
Silver Brushes in sizes 10 and 12.
Painting Panels
Bring panels ranging in size from 6x8 to 11x14. Plan on enough
panels to do at least two paintings per day. Jennings recommends Ray
Mar's line of plein air panels with medium tooth canvas. You may also
use Fredrix panels or stretched canvas if you prefer.
Umbrella
An umbrella that attaches to your easel will keep the sun off your
painting, palette and you!
Painting Hat ( a must for outdoor painting )
Misc.
Paper towels, sun block, insect repellent, brush cleaning solution,
bungee cords ( always handy ), snacks and water. A sketch pad and pencil
will come in handy as well.