Studio at Cliff House Maine features our Artist in Residence, Ric Della Bernarda. By presenting this program here on property, our guests are able to experience Cape Neddick, and Maine, through the eyes of an artist - the very thing that made Ogunquit a vacation destination so many years ago.
STUDIO OFFERINGS
Studio at Cliff House Maine is a working artists' studio. Here you will find Ric channeling his creativity onto canvas through oils and acrylics. Using the resort, the mighty Atlantic, our rugged coastline, quaint villages and 'Mainers' as his muses, Ric's visions come to life one brush-stroke at a time. In addition to the classes Ric offers here at the resort, guests can also purchase his original works, prints and postcards through the Studio and concierge.
PLEIN AIR PAINTING CLASSES
What is Plein Air Painting? Originating in the early 1800s, Plein Air is simply the act of painting outdoors. This style of creation became popular as tubes of oil paint became available to artists, prior to that many artists were mixing their own paints from raw pigments. Over time, artists found that immersing themselves in the landscapes they were painting led to more vivid art pieces. At Cliff House, we are excited to have Ric lead our guests through their own discoveries with plein air painting. This is a year-round program with painting classes, by nature, held outdoors, on one of our balconies or in inclement weather indoors with a photo reference. Though this class is suitable for all experience levels, we recommend oil painting for ages 15+. For a family-style experience, consider our Paint-a-Memory classes. Reservations are custom-scheduled and require a minimum of 24 hours advance notice.
PAINT-A-MEMORY CLASSES
Cliff House is excited to offer a unique experience with our talented artist in residence, Ric Della Bernarda. Our signature Paint-a-Memory class is suitable for guests ages 7 and up. This hands-on learning experience will leave each student with their very own painted masterpiece. In each session, Ric will take his class through a step-by-step process in creating a memory to enjoy long after visiting Cliff House. Ric’s approachable demeaner and uncomplicated process of instruction is the perfect introduction for all ages interested in learning to paint. Students will experience an introduction to painting, exercises on mixing colors, how to form and build upon the subject matter, adding a background - with the crux of the lesson being about the expression of 'light'. Our Paint-a-Memory class is suitable for children, teens, and adults alike as it’s taught using acrylic paint and flat-lay painting. For those adults interested in oil painting, view our Plein Air classes.
PLEIN AIR PAINTING
PRIVATE OIL PAINTING CLASSES
Ric will lead our guests through their own discoveries with plein air painting. Classes are held outdoors, on one of our balconies, or in inclement weather indoors with a photo reference.
- AGES 15+ | NO EXPEREINCE NECESSARY | 2.5 HOUR CLASS TIME
- REGISTER WITH THE CONCIERGE TEAM AT 207-361-6245
- RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE 24 HRS IN ADVANCE
- SOLO $525 | COUPLES $550 | PRIVATE GROUP (3-4) $700
CUSTOM CLASS SCHEDULING TO FIT YOUR ITINERARY
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PAINT A MEMORY
GROUP ACRYLIC PAINTING WORKSHOP
This hands-on learning experience will leave each student with their own painted masterpiece. Ric will take the class through a step-by-step process in creating a memory to enjoy.
- AGES 7+ | NO EXPEREINCE NECESARY
- PRE- REGISTER WITH THE CONCIERGE TEAM AT 207-361-6245*
- AGES 7-18 MUST HAVE GUARDIAN ON PROPERTY**
- CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE 24 HRS IN ADVANCE
WEDNESDAY (in summer + fall) + FRIDAY (year-round): 3 - 4:45 PM
SATURDAY (year-round): 10 - 11:45 AM
Ask about our private and couples class options.
*Pre-Registration Required
**Minors aged 7-18 must have a guardian on property, guardian will need to be present to sign a participation waiver at the start of class.
CLICK TO BOOKART ON THE CLIFF PACKAGE
Inquire about our Art on the Cliff package. This package includes 3-night's accommodations, registration for two people to one of Ric's group classes, and everything needed to complete your masterpiece!
As this is a host-led experience, a 50 % payment is due at time of reservation and 21-day cancellation notice is required in order to be refunded. Cancellations inside 21 days will forfeit deposit. Call our reservations crew at 833.206.1351. Painting class must be booked at the time of Reservation.
ABOUT RIC DELLA BERNARDA
Ric is the owner of Luna di Miele Studio in Ogunquit and has an extensive art education background. A graduate from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, Ric spent his early career as a fashion illustrator in Manhattan. His true passion for teaching and painting flourished at his home in Ogunquit surrounded by the beauty and natural landscape that is the inspiration of his work. Ric continues to develop his craft through various workshops including at the Florence Academy of Art in Florence Italy. Ric is also known for his portrait work in impressionistic style and his local presence is often highlighted by his donations of work to organizations such as the Frannie Peabody Center and the Ogunquit Museum of Modern Art. Ric teaches group, couples, and private lessons here at Cliff House.