Burnie Glacier Artist’s Retreat
Hiking and Plein Air workshop with Dominik Modlinski
Now booking 2025
Unleash Your Creativity in the Remote Wilderness of Northern British Columbia at the Burnie Glacier Chalet
Join us this August for an immersive seven-day plein air painting workshop set against the majestic backdrop of the Howson Range south of Smithers, British Columbia at the Burnie Glacier Chalet. Burnie is lovely and comfortable and its remote alpine setting offers the perfect blend of inspiration, adventure, and creativity.
What to Expect
- Daily Inspiring Demonstrations: Watch Dominik bring the landscape to life with live outdoor demonstrations each day, exploring techniques to convey the mood and beauty of the surroundings.
- Varied Painting Locations: Hike to a new stunning location daily, adjusting to the ever-changing mountain weather for fresh and diverse inspiration.
- Flexible Creative Days: Enjoy three unstructured days to relax at the lodge, visit the nearby lakes (Burnie and Anderwasser), join a guided hike, or explore your creativity at your own pace.
- Personalized Feedback: Receive tailored instruction and feedback to enhance your individual style and technical ability.
- Creative Exploration: Learn the principles of color contrast and composition simplification to create more dynamic and harmonious paintings.
- Artistic Voice Development: Cultivate your unique artistic perspective and discover how to express yourself authentically.
Dominik will demonstrate in oil, the preferred medium for plein air painting due to its flexibility and ability to achieve an alla prima effect. Participants comfortable with acrylics are also welcome to bring their preferred supplies.
Join Us
- Spectacular Wilderness Setting: The remote, high-alpine scenery offers endless inspiration and a rare opportunity to paint amidst pristine natural beauty.
- Expert Instruction: Learn from Dominik’s years of experience and passion for plein air painting, supported by the knowledge of professional mountain guides familiar with the local environment.
- Creative Community: Connect with like-minded artists in an intimate, supportive setting that fosters camaraderie and inspiration.
- Elevated Skills: Leave with newfound techniques, insights, and reference material to inspire your practice long after the workshop.
- Small Group Setting: With only 10 spots available, enjoy focused instruction and individualized attention.
- ACMG Certified Guides supporting safe mountain access and travel
Dates: August 16-23
Location: Burnie Glacier Chalet near Smithers, BC
Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced (some plein air experience is recommended). Participants should be able to hike up to 5 km with their plein air gear.
Materials: Participants are responsible for bringing their own plein air painting supplies.
Transportation: Participants will be picked up from Smithers airport. Float plane access to the lodge. Hike to lodge.
Accommodation: Seven nights at a quaint and beautiful, wilderness lodge with all meals provided. Rooms accommodate couples and groups. Comfortable mattresses with double and single beds provided. Sauna and showers. Best lodge outhouse in BC.
Price: $3600.00
Details
- Dates: August 16-23
- Location: Burnie Glacier Chalet in the beautiful Howson range south of Smithers, British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Wet’suwet’en people.
- Medium: Oil and Acrylic
- Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced (some plein air experience is recommended)
- Physical Requirements: Participants should be able to hike up to 5 km with their plein air gear.
- Materials: Participants are responsible for bringing their own plein air painting supplies.
- Transportation: Participants will be picked up from Smithers airport. Float plane access to the lodge. Hike to lodge.
- Accommodation: Seven nights at a quaint and beautiful, wilderness lodge with all meals provided. Rooms accommodate couples and groups. Comfortable mattresses with double and single beds provided. Sauna and showers. Best lodge outhouse around!
- Burnie in Summer Photo Album — a beautiful collection of photos from a photographer Viktoria North’s visit to Burnie Glacier Chalet in the summer time.
- Price: $3600.00
Reserve Your Spot Today
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to paint, explore, and grow as an artist amidst the breathtaking Canadian wilderness. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills or discover new creative horizons, this workshop promises an unforgettable journey of artistic exploration.
Spaces are limited to 10 participants—secure your spot now
Dominik Modlinski
In the world of Dominik J. Modlinski, art is a gateway to untouched wilderness. Renowned Canadian landscape artist, Modlinski, is a storyteller of nature’s grandeur through his mastery of plein air painting. Venturing to remote landscapes worldwide, from the Yukon to Patagonia, he captures the raw essence of nature. His art serves as a call to action for conservation, reminding us of the importance of preserving our planet’s wilderness. Through his paintings, photographs, stories, and videos, Modlinski shares the beauty of the natural world and invites us to join him on a journey of discovery.
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