COW CAMP N' CANVAS
Plein Air Painting Adventure with Sarah Dean
Available spots
Service Description
Join Sarah for an immersive workshop set in the rolling foothills of the Beartooth Mountains, where she will guide you through her process of capturing the spirit and movement of horses on canvas. You’ll begin with plein air sketches among the sagebrush and open range, sharpening your drawing skills as horses and cattle graze nearby. From there, you’ll move into the white-wall painting tent to begin work on your canvas. Using the Alla Prima method, Sarah’s instruction focuses on painting horses expressively, using detail sparingly and with intention so each brushstroke feels alive. Throughout the retreat, you’ll have the opportunity to watch Sarah demo an original painting, followed by personalized one-on-one guidance tailored to your artistic goals. Learn how to choose the perfect reference photo, master color mixing, and avoid overworking the paint so your finished piece remains dynamic, fresh, and full of Western energy. Before you arrive, all attending artists will receive a detailed workshop supply list and a call with Sarah to help you prepare. You’ll also select a reference photo featuring one of Skyline’s own free-roaming horses — the perfect muse for a week of painting on the open range. Includes: 5 Night All-Inclusive Glamping Experience - Private or Shared Accommodations All Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner Horseback Riding in the Beartooth Mountain Foothills Four Days of Painting Instruction, Group Outings, & Activities Outdoor Morning Yoga Session Wagon Rides, Horse Shoe Competitions, and Other Ranch Lifestyle Events Live Music Around the Campfire Easels, Solvents, and Some Basic Supplies (Supply list will be emailed after registration). Transportation to and from the Billings, Montana, airport * painting supplies, alcoholic beverages, and gratuities are not included Shared Accommodations: $3,600 per person Private Accommodations: $4,000 per person Non-Artist Partners & Friends: $1,200 per person
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Deposits for all-inclusive packages, pack trips, and retreats are non-refundable after purchase. However, non-refundable deposits may be applied as a credit toward a future booking in the event of a cancellation. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your check-in at the ranch or before the start of the pack trip. Guests are responsible for any damages caused to Skyline Guest Ranch & Guide Service property during their stay. Additional fees may be assessed for excessive cleaning, damage to rooms, furniture, or equipment, or failure to comply with ranch policies. Guests participating in any activities offered by Skyline Guest Ranch & Guide Service—including but not limited to horseback riding, fishing, and pack trips—must sign an Acknowledgment of Risk & Liability Waiver Form before engaging in any activities. By booking a package or guided excursion, guests acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with outdoor activities. All participants must be able to mount and dismount a horse safely without the use of a mounting block. Skyline Guest Ranch & Guide Service is not liable for injuries, accidents, or loss of personal property during a stay or excursion. Check-in is available from 3:00 PM, and check-out is required by 11:00 AM. Pets are not permitted on the property. A fee of $250 per day will be charged for any unauthorized animals brought into the lodge, bunkhouse, glamping tent, or any other buildings on the property. Guests who violate this policy will be required to check out immediately Additionally, cleaning and damage fees may be assessed for any harm caused by animals. Pets are also not allowed to accompany guests on any guided excursions. If you have questions regarding service animals, please contact our office. We are committed to providing equal access to our services in compliance with applicable laws. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the Main Lodge, Bunkhouse, and Glamping Tent. A fine of $1,000 will be charged for any violation of this policy. Additional cleaning and damage fees may apply if smoking results in damage to the lodge or its contents. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact Details
406-838-2380
office@skylineguestranch.com
31 Kersey Lake Road, Cooke City, MT, USA