Join Brandon Thomas Author and Host of The Painting With Magic Show at Natural Bridge for a relaxing time painting in the beautiful country side of Kentucky. Because this seminar will be in October you will see the beautiful autumn colors of Kentucky. So bring your camera! Not only will this seminar be in beautiful scenery but you will Learn advanced painting techniques . .
Seascape Workshop. - October 7th ,2017
In the seascape workshop you will learn advanced seascape techniques. As in advanced foam techniques, advanced wave form, advanced sky layering and much more.
Landscape Workshop . -October 8th, 2017
In the Landscape Workshop you will learn advanced landscape techniques. As in Advanced Mountain techniques ( forming a mountain and highlighting a mountain) . Advanced foliage techniques - ( Forming trees - Highlighting trees- forming evergreen trees ) Advanced sky techniques and much more
Seascape Workshop. - October 7th ,2017
In the seascape workshop you will learn advanced seascape techniques. As in advanced foam techniques, advanced wave form, advanced sky layering and much more.
Landscape Workshop . -October 8th, 2017
In the Landscape Workshop you will learn advanced landscape techniques. As in Advanced Mountain techniques ( forming a mountain and highlighting a mountain) . Advanced foliage techniques - ( Forming trees - Highlighting trees- forming evergreen trees ) Advanced sky techniques and much more
Each workshop is $99 or if you sign up for both its $89 each
Brandon Thomas workshops are hands on and you will leave with a finished painting. Brandon Thomas workshops don't happen vary often so this is a great opportunity to take your paintings to the next level with Brandon Thomas. Each workshop will have a meet and greet, where you can chat with other artist, ask Brandon questions and make new life long friends. Not only will you be learning advanced techniques, but you will be surrounded with the beautiful autumn Kentucky scenery. This is a special place to Brandon, because he spent many summers here as a kid fishing, hiking and many family reunions. See the vary place that inspires many of Brandon's paintings . And only a few miles down from Natural Bridge is the little small town Brandon grew up in. Jackson, KY and visit the area for more inspiration and get to know the area that Brandon grew up in. This is more than a seminar this is your chance to meet new people and to learn a new life long skill you have always dreamed of!
Brandon Thomas workshops are hands on and you will leave with a finished painting. Brandon Thomas workshops don't happen vary often so this is a great opportunity to take your paintings to the next level with Brandon Thomas. Each workshop will have a meet and greet, where you can chat with other artist, ask Brandon questions and make new life long friends. Not only will you be learning advanced techniques, but you will be surrounded with the beautiful autumn Kentucky scenery. This is a special place to Brandon, because he spent many summers here as a kid fishing, hiking and many family reunions. See the vary place that inspires many of Brandon's paintings . And only a few miles down from Natural Bridge is the little small town Brandon grew up in. Jackson, KY and visit the area for more inspiration and get to know the area that Brandon grew up in. This is more than a seminar this is your chance to meet new people and to learn a new life long skill you have always dreamed of!
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Supplies you will get to use in the class:
Brandon Thomas brush washing system system ( Use only in the class) - paper towels ( You only use in the class ) - Grumbacher pre tested oil paint & Brandon Thomas mediums ( You only use in the class ) - 11 x 14 canvas ( You get to keep ) written instructions - ( You get to keep )
Supplies you will need bring to the workshop:
1- tabletop easel - 1 - Brandon Thomas brush set you can purchase at the workshop for 50% off!
Brandon Thomas brush washing system system ( Use only in the class) - paper towels ( You only use in the class ) - Grumbacher pre tested oil paint & Brandon Thomas mediums ( You only use in the class ) - 11 x 14 canvas ( You get to keep ) written instructions - ( You get to keep )
Supplies you will need bring to the workshop:
1- tabletop easel - 1 - Brandon Thomas brush set you can purchase at the workshop for 50% off!
About Natural BridgeEstablished in 1926
The sandstone arch that is called Natural Bridge has stood for millenniums. The arch is 78 feet long, 65 feet high, 12 feet thick and 20 feet wide. Some geologists believe that the stunning natural sandstone arch is at least a million years old. There are other natural archways in the area, but none have gained the prominence of Natural Bridge. Since 1889, visitors have made the trip to the eastern Kentucky mountains to see this amazing natural wonder. Natural Bridge is composed of what is known in geological terms as Pottsville conglomeratic sandstone. Large blocks of stone falling off either side of a narrow sandstone ridge caused the first opening that began the transformation of the sandstone outcropping into an archway. The weathering process, along with the root systems of plants, continued to develop the unique archway that makes up Natural Bridge. The natural beauty of the area and the great sandstone archway had potential for commercial development. In 1889 the Kentucky Union Railway established a rail line through the town of Slade to connect with some of the Commonwealth’s most extensive timber resources. Railroad executives also sensed the potential for visitors to come to the area to witness the spectacular beauty of the land. The railroad acquired the land around Natural Bridge and began to build trails and campgrounds. The Louisville & Nashville Railroad later acquired the property and in 1926, donated the lands around Natural Bridge to the state park system, becoming one of the four original state parks. In 1927 Hemlock Lodge was added to the new park, providing comfortable guest accommodations. It burned in the early 1960s. A new lodge, built in 1962, is located on a dramatic ledge overlooking a deep valley. The park has 2,400 acres and is basically surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest. There are over 18 miles of hiking trails to Natural Bridge. The park also includes a four-acre pond with one-acre Hoedown Island in the middle of it. The Island is the scene of folk dancing and is a popular part of the park. Also, 40-acre Mill Creek Lake is an excellent place for fishing for bass, bream, catfish, crappie, and rainbow trout. Or, you can bring your canoe and paddle while witnessing the splendid beauty of the rock formations. The awe-inspiring beauty of Natural Bridge State Resort Park is an inspiration to those who wish to see one of the great natural wonders of Kentucky. The Kentucky Nature Preserves Commission has set aside 1,188 acres within the park as a nature preserve. This not only protects, but also enhances the pristine beauty of this eastern Kentucky marvel. |
SOME PHOTOS OF THE PARKTHINGS TO DO AT THE PARKFishing
Mill Creek Lake is a small peaceful lake surrounded by beautiful forest and towering sandstone cliffs. Bass, bluegill, black crappie, longear sunfish, green sunfish, rainbow trout, channel catfish and black bullhead are found here. The lake is also perfect for paddling canoes and kayaks and a launch ramp is available for fishing boats (only electric trolling motors may be operated). A Kentucky Fishing License is required Gift Shops For the perfect memento of your visit, browse the lodge gift shop featuring a large selection of Kentucky handcrafts and souvenirs. Hiking The ten hiking trails range from one-half mile to seven-and-one-half miles. Trail maps are available at the Hemlock Lodge. Due to it's Nature Preserve status, dogs are not allowed on hiking trails at this park except for the Whittleton Trail (managed by the U.S. Forest Service). It is pet friendly and can be accessed via the Park’s Whittleton Campground. Kayaking - Picnicking Sky Lift For a more relaxing climb to natural bridge, enjoy a ride on the sky lift. The ascent begins one-half mile from the park entrance and ends within 600 feet of Natural Bridge. Open daily first weekend of April through the last weekend in October. Natural Bridge Hoedown The famous Natural Bridge Hoedowns have been a popular tradition at Natural Bridge for over 45 years! Natural Bridge State Resort Park and square dance caller, Jane Bolin, invite you on Saturdays from May through October to Hoedown Island for some easy to learn Appalachian square dancing, line dancing, two-stepping, polka’s, waltzes and other couple and individual dances. The warm-up dance starts at 6:30 pm and the regular dance program begins at 7:30 pm. Admission is $3.00/person (ages 12 & under are free). As an outdoor event, there is the possibility of cancellation if inclement weather is forecast or occurs. Birding The best time to bird watch is in May and June when the woodland warblers (and other neotropical birds) return and are most vocal and active. The Fall migration is also good, in late September. Winter bird watching at the park can be fun because many of the leaves have dropped, making it easier to view various species of woodpeckers, kinglets, nuthatches, wrens, and sparrows. Year-round residents inlcude northern cardinal, American goldfinch, indigo bunting, song sparrow, belted kingfisher, American crow, great blue heron, wild turkey, pileated woodpecker, Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, white-breasted nuthatch, and Carolina wren. Best places to spot our feathered friends: Hood’s Branch Trail, Rock Garden Trail, Whittleton Branch Trail, Lakeside Trail, Mill Creek Lake, Picnic Shelter 3 & 4 area. |
