In this outdoor nature workshop* along the Medomak River, we will seek inspiration for art from nature. Join teaching artist Katama Murray and ecologist Kit Pfeiffer at Riverbrook Preserve to connect to the current season, place, and this special ecosystem as we make designs using organic objects. We will enjoy a guided walk before creating nature mandalas and painting with plant dyes. Along the way we will forage for materials, and learn the process of creating handmade natural dyes and ink using plant pigments from plants and food waste!
Students will learn the basics of creating a natural dye bath and liquid inks to write and draw on paper, and may choose to paint if they wish depending on weather and comfort. 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.