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  • Keith's Pa­intings fr­om 2018 5 photos

  • new album 1 photo

  • Keith's pa­intings su­mmer of 20­17 10 photos

  • Paintings ­from 2016-­17 12 photos

  • Paintings ­2015-2016 3 photos

  • Keith's Ol­der Photos­ 147 photos

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  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood posted a topic in the forum Member Events:
    Norval Plein Air Challenge
    Calling Plein Air Painters! 
    Plein Air Painting Challenge in Norval – Saturday, August 15, 2020
    Presented by the Norval Community Association, Credit Valley Artisans, Helson Gallery and Ontario Plein Air Society
     ...  more
    Calling Plein Air Painters! 
    Plein Air Painting Challenge in Norval – Saturday, August 15, 2020
    Presented by the Norval Community Association, Credit Valley Artisans, Helson Gallery and Ontario Plein Air Society
     
    With a rich history and scenic location on the Credit River, the community of Norval is the perfect spot for plein air painting.     Discover what drew noted Group of Seven painter A.J. Casson to Norval in the 1920s and 30s, and what continues to draw artists today!
    Safety Precautions – COVID-19: Please note that every precaution will be taken to ensure the safety of participants and those in attendance.  Painters are required to practice social distancing of two meters and to wear masks in situations where appropriate distancing cannot be observed 
     
    Date: Saturday, August 15, 2020 – Rain or Shine   
    Registration: 8:45 – 9:30 a.m.
    Please register at the gazebo in the Lucy Maud Montgomery Garden of the Senses, 477 ...    less
    • August 12, 2020
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood is now friends with Michael Brennan.
    • January 19, 2020
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood posted a topic in the forum News and Announcements:
    OPAS Members Winners
    At the recent plein air competition hosted by the Helsen Gallery in Acton, First place went to OPAS member Michael Brennan, with Third place to Keith Thirgood.  Former OPAS member Marlene Madole took home an Honourable Mention.
    It was a fun even...  more
    At the recent plein air competition hosted by the Helsen Gallery in Acton, First place went to OPAS member Michael Brennan, with Third place to Keith Thirgood.  Former OPAS member Marlene Madole took home an Honourable Mention.
    It was a fun event, despite the heat and the threat of rain. Over 30 artists came out for the competition held in Prospect Park.
    This is an annual event that OPAS has been part of since its beginning. The next OPAS Endorsed event in that area is the 5th Annual Norval Plein Air Competition hosted by the Credit Valley Artisans. More info here.
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    • July 24, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood posted a topic in the forum General Art Discussions:
    Spiritual Art Event
    Former OPAS member Ingrid Brooks is involved with an event at The Martyrs' Shrine in Midland.
    They are having their first spiritual art retreat in September called "How Great Thou Art ?!?". Ingrid has been invited to teach this retreat. It is three days/2...  more
    Former OPAS member Ingrid Brooks is involved with an event at The Martyrs' Shrine in Midland.
    They are having their first spiritual art retreat in September called "How Great Thou Art ?!?". Ingrid has been invited to teach this retreat. It is three days/2 nights ( lodging and meals included) for $593.00. If you're interested, check http://www.martyrs-shrine.com/ArtRetreat Ingrid is a great artist. If you're interested in the more spiritual side of life, this could very special as the Jesuits themselves will also be directly involved. There will be only four to seven participants in the retreat.
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    • July 22, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood added a new photo to the album Keith's Paintings from 2018:
    • July 22, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood created a new event:
    Varley En Plein Air Competition
    Varley En Plein Air Competition
    The Varley Art Gallery of Markham is excited to announce its first annual En Plein Air Competition! In celebration of F.H. Varley and his connection with Unionville.

    You have to be juried in to compete.

    There is no longer a restriction on where you...
    • June 20, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood posted a topic in the forum News and Announcements:
    Art Shows I'm in this summer
    I'm in a few art shows this summer. If you're in any of these locations at these dates, drop by and say Hello.
    The Riverdale Art Walk, Downtown Toronto: June 1 & 2, Booth L2
    The New Art Festival, The Glebe, Ottawa: June 8 & 9, Booth 169
    The Toronto O...  more
    I'm in a few art shows this summer. If you're in any of these locations at these dates, drop by and say Hello.
    The Riverdale Art Walk, Downtown Toronto: June 1 & 2, Booth L2
    The New Art Festival, The Glebe, Ottawa: June 8 & 9, Booth 169
    The Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, City Hall, Toronto: July 12, 13 & 14
    Cheers, 
    Keith  
    • May 30, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood posted a topic in the forum News and Announcements:
    Quinte Plein Air Festival results
    At the Quinte Plein Air Festival, OPAS member Hasibush Shaheed took 3rd place. 
    • May 30, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood replied to a topic in the forum News and Announcements:
    Congratulations to Dalibor. He won First prize at the Elora event. Stuart Godfrey came in Second I believe. A number of other members and former members also picked up prizes. OPAS showed quite well once again.
    • May 30, 2019
  • Keith Thirgood
    Keith Thirgood created a new event:
    Helson Gallery Plein Air Challenge, an OPAS Endorsed Event
    Helson Gallery Plein Air Challenge, an OPAS Endorsed Event
    Join us in Prospect Park in Acton (Park Avenue and Knox Street, Acton) For a great plein air challenge.

    Acton’s Prospect Park is a gem for Plein Air Painters. Surrounded by Fairy Lake, there is also a small wetland area, community garden and historic ...
    • May 8, 2019
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Personal Information

  • First Name Keith
  • Last Name Thirgood
  • Gender Male
  • Birthday November 20, 1956

Contact Information

  • Your email address? keith@wilsonstreetstudio.ca
  • Website http://wilsonstreetstudios.com
  • Facebook Keith.Thirgood

Personal Details

  • About Me I'm a plein air painter, instructor and art retreat leader. I give workshops for art organizations and run my own multi-day art retreats.
    I paint in a Post-Expressionist style.
  • Town/City Peterborough
  • Medium Of Choice (as many as you use)? Oil, Acrylic

Friends

  • Thomas Faires
  • Birte Hella
  • Kathy MacKay
  • Robert Strickland
  • Sheila Mitchell could you send me an email to brushwithart@gmail.com and I will confirm the venue! Thx
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Keith Thirgood's Photos (178)   |   Albums (6)
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Blogs

  • Plein Air Convention Santa Fe New Mexico

    Posted November 24, 2017

    I just signed up for the huge Plein Air Convention in Santa Fe, New Mexico happening April 16 through 20. It's a massive event, 5 days with the top instructors in America. Over 900 artists attending. I finally bit the bullet after having thought about it for the past fe...

  • Etiquette for Artists at Plein Air Painting Festivals: Re-Posted

    Posted March 10, 2015

    Etiquette for Artists at Plein Air Painting Festivals The following article is reposted with permission from Michael Chesley Johnson's blog. If you're thinking of attending a plein air festival this year, read this first. A lot of good insight. Keith Thirgood, President...

  • Photos from Wilson Street Studio's Canoe-In art retreat in Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

    Posted August 14, 2014

    We were a small group but had a blast canoeing and painting in Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park. Helen couldn't make the trip because she had difficulties with her breathing. So Brenda, one of our favorite students, stepped up and joined us. (I needed bow paddler.) T...

  • Photos from Wilson Street Studio's Small Town Art Retreat with Don Cavin.

    Posted August 14, 2014

    Here are a bunch of images from Helen and my Small Town Art Retreat with Don Cavin. Our students really enjoyed themselves in Newboro, Portland and Westport, Ontario. Painting up a storm. ...

  • Building a Wilson Street Studio Plein Air Easel

    Posted May 18, 2014

    A number of artists have asked us where we got our special, plein air easel set up. When I tell them that I built it, they all want to see plans. To respond to all those requests, I've put together a PDF, which goes through all the steps of building your own Wilson Stre...

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Forum Posts

  • August 12, 2020 2:57 PM EDT
    in the topic Norval Plein Air Challenge in the forum Member Events
    Calling Plein Air Painters!  Plein Air Painting Challenge in Norval – Saturday, August 15, 2020 Presented by the Norval Community Association, Credit Valley Artisans, Helson Gallery and Ontario Plein Air Society   With a rich history and scenic location on the Credit River, the community of Norval is the perfect spot for plein air painting.     Discover what drew noted Group of Seven painter A.J. Casson to Norval in the 1920s and 30s, and what continues to draw artists today! Safety Precautions – COVID-19: Please note that every precaution will be taken to ensure the safety of participants and those in attendance.  Painters are required to practice social distancing of two meters and to wear masks in situations where appropriate distancing cannot be observed    Date: Saturday, August 15, 2020 – Rain or Shine    Registration: 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. Please register at the gazebo in the Lucy Maud Montgomery Garden of the Senses, 477 Guelph Street, Norval  L0P 1K0 Registration fee: $15; No charge for members of the Ontario Plein Air Society or Credit Valley Artisans We are requesting that artists register in advance so we can gauge the level of participation.  You don’t need to pay in advance but please email Kara Bruce to confirm your participation: kbruce@haltonhills.ca Registration begins 8:45 am Painting begins at 9:30.  Medium of your choice. 12:30 pm: You must be back at the registration area to prepare your work for judging.   Judging begins at 12:45. At 1:30 pm the awards will be announced.  Juror: Judy Daley, Helson Gallery Curator  Please note: beverages and snacks will be available for a minimal cost.  Artists should plan to bring a lunch.   For more info:  Judy Daley judyd@haltonhills.ca                                                                                      Please share this email with interested artists - thank-you!   Judy Daley Curator, Helson Gallery Halton Hills Cultural Centre Town of Halton Hills 9 Church St., Halton Hills ON L7G 2A3  
  • July 24, 2019 5:15 PM EDT
    in the topic OPAS Members Winners in the forum News and Announcements
    At the recent plein air competition hosted by the Helsen Gallery in Acton, First place went to OPAS member Michael Brennan, with Third place to Keith Thirgood.  Former OPAS member Marlene Madole took home an Honourable Mention. It was a fun event, despite the heat and the threat of rain. Over 30 artists came out for the competition held in Prospect Park. This is an annual event that OPAS has been part of since its beginning. The next OPAS Endorsed event in that area is the 5th Annual Norval Plein Air Competition hosted by the Credit Valley Artisans. More info here.  
  • July 22, 2019 12:15 PM EDT
    in the topic Spiritual Art Event in the forum General Art Discussions
    Former OPAS member Ingrid Brooks is involved with an event at The Martyrs' Shrine in Midland. They are having their first spiritual art retreat in September called "How Great Thou Art ?!?". Ingrid has been invited to teach this retreat. It is three days/2 nights ( lodging and meals included) for $593.00. If you're interested, check http://www.martyrs-shrine.com/ArtRetreat Ingrid is a great artist. If you're interested in the more spiritual side of life, this could very special as the Jesuits themselves will also be directly involved. There will be only four to seven participants in the retreat. Keith This post was edited by Keith Thirgood at July 22, 2019 12:15 PM EDT
  • May 30, 2019 5:39 PM EDT
    in the topic Art Shows I'm in this summer in the forum News and Announcements
    I'm in a few art shows this summer. If you're in any of these locations at these dates, drop by and say Hello. The Riverdale Art Walk, Downtown Toronto: June 1 & 2, Booth L2 The New Art Festival, The Glebe, Ottawa: June 8 & 9, Booth 169 The Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, City Hall, Toronto: July 12, 13 & 14 Cheers,  Keith
  • May 30, 2019 4:50 PM EDT
    in the topic Quinte Plein Air Festival results in the forum News and Announcements
    At the Quinte Plein Air Festival, OPAS member Hasibush Shaheed took 3rd place. 
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  • Ottawa Valley Plein Air Retreat
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  • Wilson Street Studio Art Retreats
    By Keith Thirgood
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