ABC Article

“Artists revive tradition of painting en plein air to capture romance of Australian bush”

By Rachael Lucas

Facilitated by accomplished artists Kynan Sutherland and Robert Maclaurin, who are exhibiting at the Gippsland Art Gallery in March, participants have spent leisurely days on the bush property with their easels, capturing their environment before gathering for briefings, discussions and feedback on their work.

ABC Podcast

Interviews with Robert Maclaurin, Kynan Sutherland and Summer School Participants

By Rachel Lucas

"If you're working en plein air, you're standing there for hours and you're not just looking at the visual. You're feeling the temperature of the day, you're feeling the wind, you're watching the light change, you're brushing away the flies, you're chasing the rag that's just blown away in the wind — it's this three-hour moment."

— Kynan Sutherland

Testimonials

“I cannot speak highly enough of Robert and Kynan. There are teachers and there are MENTORS and they gave so much of themselves, made this a safe, supportive and wonderfully interesting experience.”

“Wonderful bonding and learning experience. Kynan and Robert incredibly giving, kind, wise, generous and talented. Absolutely inspired.”

“Brilliantly conceived, created, delivered. Perfect pace, space yet support. Relaxed but full program. Absolutely inspiring. Loved it.”

“I can’t speak highly enough of Robert and Kynan. Their experience and willingness to provide tips, hints and share their knowledge was inspiring. The quality of the materials was excellent, proper artist grade materials. Overall it was an excellent and throughly enjoyable experience.”