This summer’s private garden paint-outs for the Nature Artists’ Guild begin at the home of the Bouchards in Glen Ellyn, IL.

Anne and Charles Bouchard have a large and lovely garden, and have graciously offered to share its sights, scents, and sounds with members of the Guild from 9:30 until noon on June 11, 2026 (with a rain-date, if needed, on June 12).

Paint-out coordinator, Celia Rodee, will greet attendees with hot coffee and delectable baked goods to help begin the morning on the perfect note. The artists can then choose their subjects and compositions before settling in to enjoy the morning, free from the distractions of public passers-by.

Participants can sign up and learn all the paint-out details by emailing Celia, or by using this registration form.