Ruth Odile: "Fleeting Light and Vivid Landscapes" 2027

In this inspiring workshop, Ruth Odile will explore the art of painting clouds, skies and landscapes from memory and imagination. Whether you find your inspiration in our beautiful Green Mountains, or in places visited long ago, she will show you how to capture the changing light, colors and atmospheres of landscape while developing a loose, expressive approach. Working from memory, and the occasional reference photos, you will focus on the feeling of place, a moment in time, rather than on a specific location. Each of the four days will begin with instructional demonstrations exploring methods and materials. There will be plenty of time for painting and individual coaching. And also for lots of laughs!

What You’ll Explore

Ruth teaches a loose, spontaneous approach to painting landscapes with oils. Moderate experience in oils preferred.

· Understanding light and atmosphere

· Painting clouds with confidence

· Embracing spontaneity and loosening up the landscape

· Fearless color

· Painting from memory and feeling

MATERIAL LIST

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Meet the Artist

Ruth Odile has lived for more than 40 years on Cape Cod, where the beauty of its watery landscapes deeply influence her work. The shifting colors and ever-changing light over the marshes provide endless inspiration, particularly at sunrise and sunset. Ruth has painted throughout her life, beginning with watercolor lessons as a child before moving on to acrylics, large-scale pastels, and, finally, oil painting.

Her commitment to art began at an early age: in fourth grade she chose “Odile,” her middle name in honor of her French grandmother, as her artist name. Ruth paints primarily from memory, imagination, and sketches she makes to capture the feeling, shape, or character of a landscape. Rather than depicting a specific place, she aims to create paintings that convey the emotional experience of being there. Working in this manner also allows her style to remain loose and expressive, with the hand of the artist visible in each piece. Ruth’s works have been exhibited in numerous juried art shows and magazines, and can be seen on the walls of private and public collections worldwide.

Visit Ruth’s Website ·  Follow Ruth on Instagram

Starting Price — All-Inclusive

From $2,210 per person

Single occupancy · all-inclusive · 5 nights · best prepaid rate

•      Includes workshop instruction, lodging at The Landgrove Inn, three meals daily, the welcome reception, and gratuity (taxes additional)

•      5 nights lodging + full board at $312/night (single, prepaid) = $2,210

•      Workshop fee = $650

•      Bringing a companion? Add just $114/night for their lodging, meals and gratuity — see the FAQ. Also taking the workshop? Just add another workshop fee.

Prefer to spend a little less time away? You can check out on the final workshop day (Thursday, July 15) for 4 nights instead of 5 — subtract $312/night (single occupancy). See the FAQ.

What’s Included

A simple “show up and paint” package — full room and board, with everything handled:

•      Four days of instruction and programming

•      Lodging at The Landgrove

•      Three meals per day, including 3-course dinners

•      Welcome reception on the first night

•      Gratuity included (taxes additional)

All meals are shared together as a group — a big part of the Landgrove experience and what makes these retreats feel like a true creative community.

A Day at Landgrove

Arrival day

•      Check-in from 3 PM

•      Welcome reception (wine/beer + hors d’oeuvres) 5–6 PM

•      Introductory 3-course dinner 6–8 PM

Workshop days

•      Breakfast (communal) 8–9 AM

•      Morning painting session

•      Lunch (communal) 12:30 PM

•      Afternoon painting session

•      3-course dinner (communal) 6–8 PM

Departure day

•      Breakfast 8–9 AM

•      Check-out by 11 AM

The Landgrove Setting

You’ll stay in a peaceful historic inn surrounded by the Green Mountain National Forest — an inspiring setting that helps you slow down and settle into deep creative work. When you want to explore beyond the studio, you’re close to classic Vermont: Manchester (Southern Vermont Arts Center, Northshire Bookstore), Weston (Weston Theater Company, the Vermont Country Store), plus scenic drives and mountain towns nearby.

Mini-FAQ

Can I check out earlier?

Yes. The package runs through the morning after the final workshop day, but you’re welcome to check out one day earlier—on the final workshop day, and thereby subtract $312 for the last night. Check-out of your room is by 9 AM if doing so, before the morning workshop session. When inputting your dates to book, just change your check-out date to one day earlier.

Can my partner or a friend come along?

Absolutely — companions are welcome and very much part of the experience. The second guest in your room is booked as a companion, with lodging, all meals and gratuity included, for $114/night more than going solo. Many spouses and friends join just for the stay — exploring the forest, nearby towns, the pool, or a book by the tavern fire — while still sharing every meal.

Can my partner or friend also take the workshop?

If your companion also wants to paint, add “Additional Workshop Registration” at checkout, or contact us.

What about dietary needs?

Add any dietary requirements in the Special Requests field at checkout and we’ll prepare accordingly. All meals are shared together as a group.

How do I get there?

The nearest airports are Albany, Hartford, Boston, and Rutland VT. Train stations are in Albany NY and Brattleboro VT (recommend Albany if travelling from NYC). For transit from an airport or train station we recommend Mountain Drivers (802.772.5223, mtndrivers.com).

What should I bring?

The supply list is included will be provided ahead of the workshop and covers everything you’ll need to bring. Tables and studio space are provided.

How many students?

Workshops are intentionally small — this one is capped at 15 — for real personal attention and a close-knit group.

Can Vermont locals attend without staying at the inn?

If you're a local and would want to commute to the workshop daily, we will take bookings for up to two workshop participants until 60 days before the workshop (within 60 days we open all available workshop spots for locals). The cost for local attendees is the workshop fee, plus one of the following meal plan options (including gratuity):

• Workshop Lunches ($27.50/day)

• Workshop Lunches & 3-Course Dinners ($81.00/day)

Ready to Book?

Book This Workshop, use the booking widget on this page, or give us a ring at 802.824.6674.