Nature journaling is an immersive and creative way to enjoy the natural world all around us. Join avid nature journalist and artist Christine Snyder as she teaches the foundational skill sets needed to tune into creativity and sharpen observational skills. Each class will focus on a specific topic, teaching you how to quickly sketch and paint the subject using the ink-and-wash method, and end with an exploration into the Colton Garden to practice your newly found skills.
By the end of each class, you will have the confidence to venture into nature on your own and creatively document what you discover.
Classes are for every skill level and minimal materials are required. Join us to learn a new creative skill, get outside, and most importantly, not take ourselves so seriously and have fun!
Each class is designed for flexibility, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every other Sunday, $20 per class. Classes are held in the Guernsey Building at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Discovery Village. Please email Christine at christine@christinesnyderartworks.com to sign up for each class.
You will receive a confirmation email with more details and a materials list.
Late Summer Wildflowers
September 15, 10:30-12:30
You will learn how to approach drawing different types of flowers with a proven method and observe the minute and beautiful details that make each flower unique.
Email to sign-upInsects & Birds
September 29, 10:30-12:30
How do you draw something that doesn’t sit still? Learn how to approach such subjects and create a unique observational account even if you can’t see every detail.
Email to sign-upFall Leaves
October 13, 10:30-12:30
It's difficult not to be inspired by Flagstaff fall. We will focus our attention on the shapes of leaves and the breadth and depth of their fall colors.
Email to sign-upSeeds & Pods
October 27, 10:30-12:30
Fall brings with it cooler mornings, a muted landscape, and the last stage of the flora cycle. This beautiful phase is often overshadowed by the flamboyant nature of the flower, but we will look at and document the intricate nature of seeds and pods.
Email to sign-upMini Landscapes
November 10, 10:30-12:30
Sometimes a landscape can be overwhelming in detail and scale. We will learn how to quickly capture what you see, in mini form.
Email to sign-upStudy of Ponderosa
November 24, 10:30-12:30
We will study all aspects of the majestic ponderosa pine and create a journal entry spread that celebrates this amazing tree.
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December 8, 10:30-12:30
With winter approaching, we will learn techniques for sketching and painting a snowy scene and where to look for the beautiful details of a winter landscape.
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