Art in the Park: Outdoor Painting Sessions

When we paint outdoors, we learn to work with natural light and the rhythm of the park. It is not about finding a perfect studio spot but rather finding the right tree shade, managing your palette while balancing a canvas on an easel, and letting the breeze dictate the drying time. I bring all the supplies, but you bring your presence, whether you are a complete beginner or an artist looking for a quiet Sunday escape.

There is a unique freedom in plein air painting, especially in a city as busy as Bangalore. My outdoor sessions are designed to be an accessible, meditative break from the urban rush. We set up at iconic spots like the lush grounds of Cubbon Park or the vibrant landscapes of Lalbagh Botanical Garden.

You do not need to be a trained artist to join these meetups. My goal is to help you observe the environment—the shifting shadows under the Banyan trees or the specific hue of the lake at Lalbagh—and translate that onto your canvas. We use heavy body acrylics because they adapt well to outdoor conditions, allowing for quick layering and bold color mixing.

Since these are community-led sessions, expect a social environment. You will be painting alongside fellow enthusiasts, which often leads to sharing tips on brushwork or color theory. It is a shared learning experience rather than a formal classroom lecture.

For these 3-hour sessions, I provide everything: primed canvas boards, a variety of brush sizes, tabletop easels, and a full palette of acrylics. We focus on landscape techniques like background blending and capturing textures, such as the rough bark of a tree or the soft reflection of water.

Please wear comfortable clothes you do not mind getting paint on, and bring a bottle of water. If you are new to acrylics, we will start with the basics—how to mix colors on your palette without making them muddy and how to apply paint to create depth in your scenery. Come ready to be messy, relaxed, and creative.