In this outdoor nature workshop* along the Goose River, where Andrew Wyeth found inspiration for some of his key works, we will seek inspiration as well. Join teaching artist Katama Murray and Maine Master Naturalist Susan Cottle at Goose River Peace Corps Preserve to connect to winter, place, and this special ecosystem. We will enjoy a guided walk focused on winter ecology before creating nature mandalas and designs using organic objects. Along the way we will forage for materials and pause to sketch outdoors, and finish by creating temporary mandalas amongst the landscape.
These meditative processes yield unique, one-of-a-kind results, and provide opportunities to let go while collaborating with nature.
All materials will be provided, and all are welcome!
*This class is weather dependent. We will be outdoors the entire time; please dress appropriately including warm clothing, winter boots, and optional microspikes/hiking poles.
This class is done in collaboration with The Farnsworth Art Museum. The Farnsworth offers a nationally recognized collection of works from many of America’s greatest artists, with 20,000 square feet of gallery space and over 15,000 works in the collection. It has one of the largest public collections of works by sculptor Louise Nevelson, while its Wyeth Center features works of N.C., Andrew and Jamie Wyeth. The National Register-listed Farnsworth Homestead; the Olson House, a National Historic Landmark; and the Gamble Center for Education complete the complex.
Price: $45.00; $40.00 for Farnsworth Museum and Midcoast Conservancy Members. Space is limited and registration for this event is required.
Midcoast Conservancy members should register by phone; contact Abi at the Farnsworth Museum at 207-596-6457 ext. 115.