NINE CELEBRATED ARTISTS TO LEAD SERIES OF FALL WORKSHOPS AT MONTANA’S TRIPLE CREEK RANCH
02-27-2008
"A Spectrum of Color & Artistry” Program Offers an Opportunity to Share and Learn about Art over Three October Weekends
Darby, Montana – February 2008 – Further demonstrating its commitment to and appreciation of art, Triple Creek Ranch, the Montana Relais & Châteaux resort already known for its extensive collection of Western art, launches
A Spectrum of Color & Artistry, a series of artist-led workshop weekends. Scheduled
October 2 – 5,
October 9 – 12 and
October 16 – 19, each weekend will bring together three celebrated Western artists to share their talent and inspiration in a setting of dramatic Rocky Mountain autumn beauty. Priced from $1,725 per person, the four-day/three-night program
includes all workshops and activities, as well as all meals and in-house beverages, a guided tour of the resort’s private art collection, farewell art exhibit and more.
Among the artists participating are:
Nancy Dunlop Cawdrey, dye on silk, watercolors, oils, and pastels;
Carol Hagan, oils and acrylics; and
Brent Cotton, oils and acrylics (Oct. 2 – 5);
Steve Seltzer, oils;
Loren Kovich, watercolors; and
Sheila Rieman, pastels (Oct. 9 – 12) and
Dawn Emerson, pastels;
Larry Pirnie, acrylics and
Steve Oiestad, oils (Oct. 16 – 19). Several have painted at the first
A Spectrum of Color & Artistry or on their own or with the Plein Air group of painters who have exhibits in Montana, Wyoming, California, New Mexico and Arizona galleries.
The weekend programs feature all the sumptuous services and amenities of Triple Creek Ranch, including accommodations in a luxury cabin with wood-burning fireplace, stocked bar, and a private hot tub on the deck (or nearby), as well as painting sessions – for all levels; guided tour of the ranch’s private art collection, led by the artists; opportunity to ask artists questions about the art world in a personal, relaxed atmosphere; and farewell art exhibit and reception. In addition, aspiring artists will be equipped with a blank canvas, workspace and art supplies to use, and frames for their finished work.
Participants will also learn how, when and where to buy art, and will discover valuable links into the world of art. Instruction will be given in two afternoon sessions for those interested in painting or for those who would like to observe. Instructors will paint new landscapes during the weekend and will display these new works along with a selection of finished pieces and other original art illustrating their respective styles. Finished pieces and other original art will be available for purchase.
In the morning, guests are free to explore the resort’s 600 tranquil acres. An Orvis-endorsed fly fishing resort, Triple Creek Ranch offers superb fly fishing on the Bitterroot River. Hiking and horseback riding through the Bitterroot National Forest afford great views of area wildlife. Guests can also enjoy the resort’s mountain bikes, tennis, fitness center, and heated pool. For relaxation, a massage in the privacy of the guest cabin and a hot tub soak among the Ponderosa pines make inviting options. When curling up with a good book is the preference, a crackling log fire in the cabin is especially cozy.
For information and reservations, contact Triple Creek Ranch directly at 800-654-2943 or 406-821-4600; via email
info@triplecreekranch.com; online through the Web site
www.triplecreekranch.com; or via any travel agent.
About Triple Creek Ranch
An Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing lodge and member of Relais & Châteaux, the 600-acre Triple Creek Ranch is set against a breathtaking backdrop of the Montana Rockies with 23 luxurious Western-styled luxury log cabins (most with outdoor hot tubs), innovative cuisine, an extensive wine cellar, and outstanding service.
Pricing is all-inclusive, and children 16 and over are welcome. Activities include vintner and artist programs, cattle drives, horseback riding, fly-fishing, hiking, ATV tours, and downhill and cross-country skiing. Two new log cabins will open in 2008. Exceptional Western art is found throughout the property. Artists’ workshop weekends, cowboy roundups, and vintners’ programs are held annually. Triple Creek Ranch was honored with the “Most Excellent Ranch” award by Condé Nast Johansens and received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2005, 2006 and 2007.
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