Spring Plein Air Workshop

Overview This spring, the MMFA is embracing the great outdoors and invites you to discover the joy of painting plein air, led by local artist Alisa Beck! Weather permitting, this workshop will be outside so participants should wear sun protection and comfortable clothing, bring their water bottle, snacks, and lunch. This program is free to all and advance registration is required. For more information, please email Tiiwon Siaway at tsiaway@mmfa.org. Registration Register Here About Alisa Beck I’m a native of Alabama and a dedicated studio artist and adult art teacher based in Montgomery. In my work, I transform oil paints using an innovative toolkit—brayers, palette knives, and squeegees—to create large, gestural compositions full of bold strokes and vibrant color. Influenced by the expressive power of Turner and the abstract language of Rothko, I blend abstraction with imagined realism and subtle romantic undertones, capturing the dynamic interplay of color, texture, movement, and light. I earned my BFA from Huntingdon College in 1994, and my artistic journey has taken me through a wide range of media—from sculpture and architectural drafting to digital embroidery and jewelry making. Each of these experiences has enriched my painting practice and shaped my creative voice. As a passionate educator and mentor, I’ve taught workshops and classes across the Southeast, sharing my love for art and encouraging others to explore their creativity. Over the years, I’ve exhibited my work in solo and group shows, collaborated with fellow artists, and contributed to community art initiatives that have helped me grow roots in the local art scene. Today, my studio is both a classroom and a space for creative exploration—a place where I continue to push the boundaries of my craft and find inspiration in the beauty, history, and emotional richness of the southern landscape I call home. Website: Alisa Beck Art Studio Instructor: Alisa Beck “I aim to evoke an emotional resonance…