Thomas Schaller: "The Architecture of Light" (Inn Spaces SOLD OUT)
Sun, Sep 13
|The Landgrove Studio
The Workshop is fully booked for those wishing to stay at the Inn (waitlist only). Limited spaces available for locals or those with other accommodations.
Time & Location
Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – Sep 17, 2026, 5:00 PM
The Landgrove Studio, 132 Landgrove Rd, Landgrove, VT 05148, USA
About the event
Workshop Description from a prior Architecture of Light workshop from Thomas Schaller is below (subject to change pending updated description).
Each day will begin with my introducing a topic and then producing a painted demonstration based upon that topic. Participants may certainly paint what it is I paint, but I encourage everyone to bring their own photo reference – something that resonated with them more personally.
Daily, I will introduce a topic and complete a demonstration painting to open each day of the class. And we will build on what we have learned each day
Day One: The Built Environment vs. The Natural World.
The focus will the built environment in the context of the natural world. So we will emphasize design, composition, values, color theory the use of perspective, and the editing of unnecessary detail.
Day Two: The Natural World vs. The Built Environment
The emphasis this day will be elements of landscape, and atmosphere. We’ll build on the lessons of Day One and introduce ways to paint trees, skies, water, reflections, and pure atmosphere.
Day Three: Looking vs Seeing
Building on the practical lessons of Days One and Two, we will move into the areas, of interpretation and observation. We’ll look at ways of channeling our unique perceptions of the world into a clear and personal artistic point of view. By incorporating elements of dreams, memories, and pure invention into the act of strict real-world observation, we can watch as our artistic voices make themselves known.
Among the topics to be introduced:
+ Intent / Inspiration
+Composition / Design
+Value Design – Establishing Depth by using Three Basic Values
+Painting with Light – Negative Shape Painting
+Perspective Construction
+Color Theory – Working with Complements
+The Man-Made Environment / The Natural Environment
+Architecture – How to Simplify the Paintings of the Built Environment
+Atmospheres – Skies / Water / Reflections / Landscape Elements
+The Human Figure
+How to Know when You are Finished
Workshop Fee: $950
Room & Board: Starting at $312/night single occupancy, $426/night double occupancy.
Student Capacity: 18 (We have 15 single rooms available at The Landgrove Inn. 18 occupancy allows for a few rooms to have double occupancy or to have local folks attend)
All Levels Welcome with some experience
The Workshop is fully booked for those wishing to stay at the Inn (waitlist only). Limited spaces available for locals or those with other accommodations. Please email us at info@thelandgrove.com and provide your name, email, and phone number to join the waitlist, or to book a registration without accommodation.
Workshop Material List
Workshop material list on artist website: https://www.thomasschaller.com/collections/170636
What’s Included in Your Workshop Stay
The workshop with full room + board provides a simple “show up and paint” experience:
Workshop instruction and programming
Lodging at The Landgrove Inn
Three meals per day, including 3-course dinners (gratuity for meals included)
Welcome reception on the first night with complimentary drinks
All meals are shared together as a group—what transforms these retreats into a true creative community experience.
Note: Not everyone attending needs to register for the workshop. Many spouses and friends join for the stay without painting. They often explore the national forest, visit nearby towns, ski local mountains, relax by the pool, or enjoy a book by the fire in the tavern—while still being part of the shared meals and community experience.
The Landgrove Workshop Experience
Workshops at The Landgrove are intentionally small and intimate, with a focus on:
meaningful learning and personal attention
relationship building with other artists
a warm, welcoming creative environment
You’ll stay in a peaceful historic inn surrounded by Green Mountain National Forest — an inspiring setting that helps you slow down and settle into deep creative work.
And when you want to explore beyond the studio, we’re close to classic Vermont destinations like:
Manchester (Southern Vermont Arts Center, Northshire Bookstore)
Weston (Weston Theater Company, Vermont Country Store)
Plus scenic drives, local shops, and mountain towns nearby
Workshop Agenda (Sample Schedule)
Our workshops are designed to be immersive, relaxed, and relationship-rich — with time for focused instruction, practice, and shared meals together as a group.
Arrival Day (Check-in + Welcome)
Check-in: anytime after 3:00 PM
Welcome Reception (wine/beer + light hors d’oeuvres): 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Introductory 3-Course Dinner: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Workshop Days (Daily Rhythm)
Each full day follows a consistent and supportive flow:
Breakfast (communal): 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Morning painting session: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch (communal): 12:30 PM
Afternoon painting session: ~1:30 – 5:00 PM
3-Course Dinner (communal): 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Exact timing may shift slightly based on demonstrations, group needs, and the instructor’s teaching style.
How to Book
Please read these notes before booking so your stay and workshop registration are counted correctly.
1) Choose Your Dates
When selecting your workshop the dates will auto-populate for arrival and departure.
Check-in (arrival) date is fixed.
Check-out (departure) date defaults to the final full workshop day (ending around 5 PM). Check-out time is 11am if departing on the final workshop day.
Check-out may be extended an additional night, to include the final 3-course dinner, plus one more overnight and breakfast the next morning. Most participants extend with the additional night.
Note: The workshop fee is prorated across the number of nights you book, so it appears as part of your nightly total.
2) Occupancy (how many people in the room?)
The booking system defaults to single occupancy, which includes:
✅ Lodging + full meal package + gratuity for one person
✅ One workshop registration included
Two guests may share the same room during the workshop. A booking for two guests includes:
✅ Lodging + full meal package + gratuity for two people
✅ One workshop registration included
If the second guest is also taking the workshop, add “Additional Workshop Registration” at checkout.
3) Dietary Needs / Special Requests
During checkout, please add any dietary requirements in the Special Requests field so we can prepare appropriately. You may double-confirm any special requests by emailing us: info@thelandgrove.com
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Local Vermonter Option
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 and a $50 program fee, plus one of the following meal plan options (including 20% gratuity):
Workshop Lunch ($27.50/day)
Workshop Lunch & 3-Course Dinner ($81.00/day)
Transportation to The Landgrove
If driving in winter or mud season (January to early May), we recommend a 4x4 or all-wheel drive vehicle.
If flying in to a nearby airport (Albany, Hartford, or Rutland) and seeking transportation, we recommend:
Mountain Drivers
802.772.5223