Elements of Landscape: Trees, Water & Sky
12 Week Class | Registration opens 2026-07-02 12:00 PM
Develop a deeper understanding of landscape painting through focused studies of its most essential elements: trees, water and sky. Through observation, demonstrations and painting exercises, students will learn how to simplify complex natural forms and translate them into compelling compositions.
The course explores structure, movement, atmosphere, light, colour and composition while encouraging both realistic and expressive interpretations of the landscape.
$550 +
Material Fee: $10 =
$560 Total____________________________________________________________________
- What You Will Learn:
- Structure and movement of trees
- Painting foliage, branches and seasonal changes
- Reflections, transparency and movement in water
- Creating atmosphere and depth in skies and clouds
- Composition strategies for landscape painting
- Integrating landscape elements into finished paintings
Leila Refahi
Leila is a visual artist, researcher, and educator working across painting, installation, and digital media. Her practice explores environmental issues such as climate change, ecological loss, and endangered species, with a strong focus on socially engaged and participatory art. Through her work, she is interested in how art can raise environmental awareness and contribute to shared knowledge within communities. Refahi has presented six solo exhibitions and participated in over 60 national and international group exhibitions and festivals.