Plein Air Painting in the forest – RY Marketplace

– Paint in nature- Enjoy lunch in the nature- Enjoy captivating landscapes and fresh air

Description

En plein air is a French expression meaning “in the open air”, and refers to the act of painting outdoors with the artist’s subject in full view.Interest in outdoor painting has remained constant since the twentieth century. Today’s artists carry on the traditions of these past masters by capturing light and movement in landscapes that can only come from seeing the subject outdoors in its natural form.

In this experience, you will get to paint in one of Nairobi’s preserved forests, breathing in the fresh air and assisted by an experienced artist. In between the painting, you will get to enjoy a sumptuous picnic-style lunch

Who This Experience Is Good For

This experience is great for art enthusiasts, both beginner and advanced

Meet Our Local Host

Sirali Wambui is a talented artist whose work spans many years. She specializes in painting and sculpting using various methods and has an art studio in Nairobi.

Itinerary

– 9:00 am -Depart the workspace for the experience- 10:00 am – Arrive at the forest and begin the experience- 1:00 pm – Have lunch- 2:00 pm – Depart for the workspace

What’s Included

-All art supplies provided-Painting Concepts-Step by step guidance from team.-Guided Meditation + positive affirmations exercise-Karura entry fee + picnic fee -Lunch + Drinks -Maasai shuka and throw pillows set up

-Easels for all.

What’s Not Included

– Refreshments en-route

Know Before You Go

– Minimum Needed: 8 people- Maximum Capacity: 25 people- Booking Deadline: 3 days before event- Weather Dependent: Yes – Difficulty Level: Easy – Special Clothing Required: You are advised to wear comfortable shoes for walking in the forest, and wear clothes that you do not mind if they get soiled with paint- Special Dietary Restrictions: If communicated earlier- Extra Cash: Needed for tipping / donation / additional services- Transportation: The forest lies on the western of Nairobi, approximately 20 minutes from the workspace depending on traffic

What is the refund policy?

For questions concerning refunds, please email [email protected]. Please note most bookings made within 24 hours are fully refundable. Bookings made outside the 24 hour policy are not eligible for a refund. Please keep in mind, we will automatically refund bookings that are disrupted by extreme weather conditions, last minute cancellations from our suppliers or the minimum number is not met by the booking deadline.

What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

We’ll control the weather. Just kidding! Remote Year can’t control the weather or many other factors that go into planning events. In the event of a change due to weather, the City Manager will do their best to provide a make-up option. Due to last minute changes and busy monthly schedules, we cannot guarantee it works for everyone but we’ll do our best! If you are not able to attend the make-up date(s), we will fully refund your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Yes! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. Please refer to our Friends and Family policy: Friends & Family (visitors of active Remotes and active Citizens) may be granted access to private Remote Year events, Local Experiences, Side Trips, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services at an extra cost determined by the Marketplace or City Team. Remote Year reserves the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using Remote Year services. To avoid abuse of services, non-active Citizens, op-out Remotes, or Remotes who have left a Program can not use services as Friends & Family of Active Remotes or Active Citizens.

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help? If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your ticket to another Remote, Citizen or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved.

I’m not currently an active Remote Year participant, can I still book?

As a non-active Remote or Citizen, you forego access to any private Remote Year events including Core Experiences, Local Experiences, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services through the Marketplace. Exemptions will be made on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the City Manager.