Stanhope Forbes , Plein Air Painting in England

Stanhope Forbes began early to find his role was to be a painter of nature to work as much as possible in the open air. Forbes began his training in England and afterward in Paris. Forbes returned to the little town in Cornwall called Newlyn, but before he ventured there to live and paint he went to Brittany in France to hone his skills. With the influence of Bastien Lepage with whom he gained the most insight and direction, he would remain true. Elizabeth Armstrong would also venture to Newlyn and the two would meet and later marry, they opened up a teaching school and became a real presence for good to the whole community. Their insights are included here.

[@johnpototschnik8857]

Thanks so much for this. Having been born in St Ives, Stanhope Forbes is one of my favorites.

[@gammelllackinstitute]

Thanks, John

[@annettewillis2797]

Really lovely study of Stanhope Forbes and Elizabeth Armstrong. So many interesting insights into their philosophy of art and practice. Many thanks!

[@kevinshepherd5331]

A most enjoyable film. Very inspiring🙂 I now know alot more about Stanhope Forbes and will be researching more about him and his life and works.

[@Joel-ml5bg]

All the best advice. Fantastic.

[@Sketchandtravel]

You are amazing person behind the presentation

[@christophermontgomery8055]

Were you reading from something published by them at the end? Would love to learn more of their teaching philosophies.

[@gammelllackinstitute]

The info on their teaching is online, UK site most likely.

[@issol7643]

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[@grahamgillard3722]

Why did they make such a big deal of painting outdoors?

[@gammelllackinstitute]

Because it was a challenge.

[@nicholasmooney9611]

@@gammelllackinstitutethe light, it’s all about the light. And the challenge of course

[@gammelllackinstitute]

so true