# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Limestone & Lake Effect
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Learn to paint the weight of the stone and the 'crush' of the freshwater surf in rich, blendable oils.About this EventBeginner friendlyMaterails includedBring a packed lunch"Shorelines are about more than just sand and sea; they are about the interplay of light and reflection. You will learn the secret to making water look transparent and sand look saturated, leaving with a painting that captures the 'shimmer' of the coast."Course Title: Shoreline & SaltwaterFocus: Reflections, Wet Surfaces, and Coastal LightCourse OutlinePhase 1: The Horizon & Gradient SkyWe start at the furthest point to establish the "mood" of the coastal day.The Action: Creating a seamless, soft-blended sky using a "large to small" brush transition.The Goal: Mastering a perfectly smooth oil gradient that transitions from a deep zenith blue to a hazy, pale horizon.Phase 2: The "Wet Sand" Under-layerSand at the shoreline acts like a mirror, not a flat beige surface.The Action: Laying down the base colors of the sand, then immediately "streaking" in the colors of the sky into the wet foreground.The Goal: Learning that wet sand is 50% ground color and 50% sky reflection.Phase 3: The Anatomy of a RippleInstead of painting a "wave," we paint the movement of water.The Action: Using a flat brush to create horizontal "shoveling" strokes that represent the thin sheets of water retreating into the ocean.The Goal: Understanding how perspective flattens ripples as they move toward the horizon.Phase 4: Sea Foam & "Scumbling"Adding the texture of the surf without losing the luminosity underneath.The Action: Using a Scumbling technique—scrubbing a very dry brush loaded with thick, opaque white over the "wet" layers.The Goal: Creating the airy, bubbling texture of sea foam and the "crash" of the shoreline.Skills They Will LearnMirror Reflection Theory: How to match the value of the sky to its reflection in the sand and water to create a cohesive light source.The "Lean to Fat" Rule: A fundamental oil painting principle—starting with thin, turpentine-heavy layers and finishing with thick, oil-rich highlights to prevent cracking.Dry-Brushing for Texture: Using a nearly dry brush to "dance" over the canvas, creating the sparkling effect of sunlight hitting the crest of a wave.Horizontal Perspective: Learning why strokes must be perfectly horizontal in the water to maintain the "flat" plane of the ocean.Color Mixing for "Water Shadows": Moving beyond "blue" to find the teals, emeralds, and deep indigos that live in the shadows of a breaking wave.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kingston/limestone-and-lake-effect/100001980737058863
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops, drawing-painting
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 275, max: 275, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Kingston
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Michelle's Studio
- **lat**: 44.2247608
- **long**: -76.5194322
- **full address**: Michelle's Studio, 36 Hatter Street, Kingston, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Limestone & Lake Effect being held?
  - **A:** Limestone & Lake Effect takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Michelle's Studio, 36 Hatter Street, Kingston, Canada.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Limestone & Lake Effect?
  - **A:** Tickets for Limestone & Lake Effect are priced at CAD 275 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionCAD 275Available
- **Q**: Who is organizing Limestone & Lake Effect?
  - **A:** Limestone & Lake Effect is organized by Michelle Reid Art.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Limestone & Lake Effect is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kingston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Limestone & Lake Effect sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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