Plein air painting at sea and on shore!

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Rates

Per person: $979

Ages 12+

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Departure Date

July 21 - 24, 2021 – 4-Day / 4-Night Adventure

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Boarding and Returning

Please note, we board every trip the evening before your chosen departure date between 5 and 6 p.m.

We will have you back at the dock before noon on the last day of your trip.

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About this trip

Instructor, Susan Nicholas Gephart is a seasoned plein air and studio painter skilled in all mediums. During your Windjammer Art Adventure, Susan will guide and support you in your personal expression, in the medium of your choice. From beginner to experienced painters and non-painting partners, all are welcome on this niche tour destination. (Some art supplies or kits will be available for purchase.)

Susan Nicholas Gephart has been painting award-winning landscapes for over forty years. Influenced by her artist father, Susan developed a deep appreciation of the earth and its relationship to art when she was a young child. Her work captures the emotion of a moment with spontaneity and directness. Her passion to explore the landscape is expressed through a unique use of color, texture, and atmosphere. Susan spreads her love of creating art in nature to all ages through her teachings.

About this schooner

The J. & E. Riggin, a beautiful, historic two-masted schooner. She was designated a National Historic Monument in 1991. She is 89′ long on deck, 120′ overall, 23′ wide and draws 7′ with her centerboard up. She was built in 1927 as an oyster dredger and rebuilt for passenger sail in 1977.

The Riggin is fully equipped with GPS, radar, and radio. She meets all Coast Guard requirements for construction and safety equipment. Certified to carry passengers, she fully meets all requirements for stability and watertight integrity. The Riggin has no inboard engine. Her sixteen-foot diesel-powered yawl boat, built by Capt. Jon Finger, can be used during calm spells for maneuvering into or out of tight harbors.

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Includes

• All gourmet meals (excluding dinner on boarding night)
• Linens including fresh sheets, warm blankets, a quilt or comforter, pillows, and towels
• Locally made, small-batch soap
• Coffee (regular and decaf), tea, and hot chocolate
• Ice and an ice chest are available for passenger use

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Things to Note

• Sink with cold running water in each cabin
• Window that opens for fresh air and natural light
• Reading light over each bunk
• Must be able to navigate a ladder and stairs
• Toilets (“heads”) are located above deck
• Hot fresh water shower available
• A non-smoking vessel
• There is a $20 per vehicle parking fee (covers the length of your trip)
• Gratuity is not included
• A Ship Store is available on board (with wearable items, Chef Annie’s cookbooks, Captain Jon’s holiday cards, music CD’s, nautical jewelry, and other items)
• Alcohol is not included however you are welcome to bring it with you.