Rachael McCampbell, Artist

Yelena Lamm, 3-Day Animal Portraiture Workshop
2026-05-22 09:00 - 2026-05-24 17:00 (America/New_York) | McCampbell Art Studio, 208 E. Public Square, Centerville, TN, 37033
Have you ever wanted to know how to paint an animal?
Join Yelena Lamm in Centerville for her third, amazing workshop here teaching, but this time, she will demonstrate how to paint animals. It doesn’t matter if it’s a cow, a dog or cat, she can teach the structure and process of how to build a successful painting of animals. Join us for this 3-day event May 22, 23, 24, 2026: YELENA LAMM ANIMAL PORTRAITURE
3-Day Animal Portraiture Workshop, $495 per person. Register now, spaces are limited.
Painting Caption: “Why are you still at home,” by artist Yelena Lamm, oil on canvas.

5-Day Plein Air Trip, Grand Marais Art Colony, MN with Rachael McCampbell
2026-06-22 09:00 - 2026-06-26 17:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Marais Art Colony, MN, MN, United States
Grand Marais Art Colony is where wilderness meets creativity — a place where painters can slow down, soak in the view, and let the land speak through their brush. Join me June 15-21, 2026 to paint at Minnesota’s oldest art colony. The Art Colony provides an area for fabulous plein air and studio painting. Our focus will be on the North Shore of Lake Superior where we will paint primarily the stunning skies, water and dramatic rocks nearby.
You will be purchasing your spot for this trip through the Grand Marais Art Colony. But if you have any questions or want me to hold your spot for you, please shoot me an email. Spaces are limited so let me know – please email me and RSVP on this website. Do both to insure I have your spot held. Email: rachael@rachaelmccampbell.com or RSVP on this site.
This is a 5-day workshop. Price: $725 per person.
Airfare, hotel and food are not included in this price. Grand Marais Art Colony has relationships with hotels in the area and can suggest a place for you stay. All information will be on their website in the near future.

11-Nights in Ireland Plein Air Painting with Rachael McCampbell at Ballinglen Arts Foundation
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-21 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Ballinglen Arts Foundation, Co Mayo, Ireland, Ireland
Join artist Rachael McCampbell for an inspiring 11-night plein air painting retreat at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation, nestled in the charming seaside village of Ballycastle, County Mayo. Located along Ireland’s dramatic Wild Atlantic Way, this trip offers breathtaking landscapes, rugged coastlines, historic ruins, and warm Irish hospitality—all perfect subjects for landscape painting. Cost: $4,400 per artist (if you want to bring a non-painting partner, email rachael@rachaelmccampbell.com to discuss). We are accepting credit card payments of $618 to hold your spot ($600 plus 3% credit card fee) or, you can pay with Venmo: @Rachael-McCampbell and there are no extra fees.
About the Workshop

Instructor: Rachael McCampbell is an acclaimed American painter and art educator known for her expressive landscapes and plein air expertise. Her teaching style is warm, encouraging, and accessible for all skill levels.

What’s included: Instruction and organization of trip by Rachael McCampbell and Curtis Stewart. Transportation to and from Dublin to Ballinglen Arts Foundation and some travel once there, all accommodations with private bedrooms (double or full sized beds, not for sharing) and private or shared baths, lunches and dinners. Airfare, art supplies, breakfasts and alcohol are not supplied.

Daily Instruction Includes: plein air sessions focused on capturing the Irish landscape using oils, acrylics, or watercolors.

Demonstrations by Rachael on location

Individual feedback and group critiques

Techniques for painting skies, cliffs, seascapes, and pastoral scenes

Color mixing and composition tips

How to work efficiently outdoors (plein air best practices)

Optional studio time for finishing work
📅 Sample Daily Schedule

Time
Activity

8:00 AM
Breakfast on your own or in groups

9:00 AM
Morning painting session (on location)

1:00 PM
Break / lunch

2:00 PM
Continue painting or explore local sites

5:00 PM
Return to Ballinglen, studio work optional

6:30 PM
Group dinner

8:00 PM
Free time or Occasional Evening discussion, demo, or critique

Meals

Breakfast is on your own. You have your own kitchens.

Lunches and dinners are provided and shared family style at Ballinglen Arts Foundation

Local grocery store and pubs available for supplies

Group meals offer a chance to unwind and share the day’s work

Weather & Gear

Expect changing weather—layers, rain gear, and windbreakers are essential

Artists are encouraged to bring travel easels, lightweight gear, and portable palettes

What Makes It Special

The raw beauty of Mayo’s coastline

The camaraderie of like-minded artists

Deep immersion into the Irish landscape and culture

The chance to grow artistically under the guidance of an experienced plein air painter

A tour of the private area of the Ballinglen Arts Foundation Museum. What a treat!

3-Day Cold Wax Medium Workshop on Paper, Knoxville, TN by Rachael McCampbell Sept. 15-17, 2026
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-09-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Harper Art Studio, Knoxville, TN, 37919
Join artist Rachael McCampbell for an immersive 3-day workshop exploring the exciting possibilities of Cold Wax Medium combined with oil paint.
Rachael will guide you through the entire creative process, beginning with a visual presentation that explains how this versatile medium works and how to use it successfully. She will demonstrate essential tools and techniques, share multiple methods for building rich, layered surfaces, and cover key design principles such as composition and color mixing.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll work primarily on paper and small wood panels, gaining hands-on experience as you create your own unique pieces. To finish, Rachael will show you how to mount and hang your artwork, so you’ll leave with a beautifully presented piece ready to display in your home.
This workshop is a dynamic blend of intensive learning and joyful creativity.
And yes—this class is absolutely for beginners!If you’ve ever said “I can’t paint,” Rachael will prove you can. You’ll start painting right away with her encouraging, step-by-step approach designed to help you succeed.
Space is limited—reserve your spot today!
September 15-17, 2026, 9AM -5PM daily $395
