When we take time to slow down and look closely at the fine details of the natural world it’s amazing how much more we see. From the fuzz on a Sumac branch to the fractal nature of a snowflake, drawing allows us to look closer at the things in nature that we usually overlook. This interactive workshop will teach participants to draw what they see in nature, focusing on a landscape perspective.
Using basic drawing principles including light and shadow, drawing lines and shapes, as well as incorporating perspective into their drawing, participants will create a unique drawing based on what they see in the Marsh while gaining new skills and insight into nature drawing.
Bring your sketch book and favorite pencils/conte/media, or loose paper and drawing pencils will be provided!
Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
When: Thursday, December 23, 2021 from 10:00am – 12:00pm.
Who: Artists of any ability.
This workshop will include a 30 min walk to key points in the Marsh, followed by 30 min of indoor instruction and 1 hour of drawing time indoors. Participants are encouraged to take photos for reference and make notes during hike. These references can be used for future works they’d like to create, or photos and sketches will be supplied for inspiration during the workshop. Participants should wear appropriate clothing to be outside, and should wear gloves with some dexterity (i.e. gloves with fingers) that allow for the use of writing implements while outdoors.
This workshop takes place partially indoors. Per Province of Ontario’s mandate, participates must provide proof of vaccination to attend.
Pre-registration is required.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or [email protected].