Nature Journaling the Seasons - summer
| When: Jul 27, 2013 from 10:00 am to 04:00 pm |
| Contact: |
Steve Engel
971-222-6119
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Two Saturdays from 10am to 4pm: July 27 & Aug. 3. Held at the Audubon Center, taught by Jude Siegel. We’ll practice ways of recording in our journals what charms the eye about summer in nature.
Class Dates: Saturday, July 27 AND Saturday August 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Heron Hall
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Come enjoy the forest at
fullness! We will use writing, practice a relaxed way of drawing and explore
simple techniques with watercolor to record our impressions and experiences in
the sanctuary.
Learn to see in a different way, and express in
your unique style, in a journal format. In this class, we’ll practice ways of recording in our journals what charms
the eye in nature. No art experience needed! We will work
inside and out, as we relax into the beauty of the place. With two days of instruction per class, your skill and confidence levels will grow as your individual style emerges. Jude is the author of A Pacific Northwest Nature Journal and has taught her techniques for Nature Journaling for over 30 years. “Jude is a wonderful, encouraging instructor who really helped me learn more about the subject.” – Amy Doyle, student. |
Fee: $75 members / $95 non-members
REGISTER ONLINE HERE (Event Type = Adult Class)
Supply List for Nature Journaling Class
Instructor: JUDE SIEGEL
colorfuljude@gmail.com
503-977-1439
Note: These are my suggestions of what works well, from years of experience. Take time to read through the list carefully, call me with questions, and then go to the art store! (However, you may just bring what you already have, if you wish.)
Remember: We walk around when we work outside, so plan to be mobile. Bring your gear in a bag you can comfortably carry, and dress for walking and the weather!
Please bring:
- lunch and snacks
- a water bottle (for painting and drinking)
- a watch or phone to keep time
- a lightweight, comfortable, easily portable
chair or stool
- Try Walgreens or a camping supply store. - tissues
- plastic bag for wet materials
- brushes
- If you only want to bring one, I suggest a #8 or #10 round with a blend of natural and synthetic hairs. - 1-3 small yogurt-sized water containers (only 1 needed for outdoor classes)
- washcloth-sized rag
- Terrycloth works well. - permanent black pens
- I suggest medium or fine Uniball Vision Elite, Pitt Pens, or Pigma-Microns.
- You may additionally bring other colors, calligraphy pens, and water-soluble pens, but these are just for fun and not required. - pencil
- ruler
- kneaded eraser
- watercolor paper journal and sketchbook
- You may buy a readymade watercolor journal or bind your own.
- For sketchbooks, I suggest Robert Bateman (8.5x11) or Aquabee 808 Super Deluxe (9x12). - watercolors (a small travel palette)
- You can bring your own or order a palette from me! (See Available for purchase section on the next page)
- If you decide to get your own, make sure to buy good quality tube paints or the results may be frustrating. See the list on the next page for color guidelines.
Art supplies
For
art supplies, bring this list to one of the following stores for a
student discount:
- MuseArt and Designat
4224 SE Hawthorne Blvd (They
know me, so mention that you are in my class.)
-Columbia Art Supply at
NE Burnside & 15th
AVOID Michael’s and frame shops, they have poor selection and quality.
Available
for purchase: Jude's Ready-to-go Paintbox
A small plastic travel palette (4x8”) with professional quality watercolors
Option 1: Includes 5 colors for $25
- Carmine Red
- New Gamboge Yellow
- French Ultramarine Blue
- Burnt Sienna
- Sap Green
Option 2: Includes 8 colors for $35
- Carmine Red
- New Gamboge Yellow
- French Ultramarine Blue
- Burnt Sienna
- Sap Green
- Quinacridone Gold
- Quinacridone Pink
- Pthalo Blue Green Shade
This is a good option if you are just beginning and do not know if you will continue, or if you do not want to invest the money for the tubes, which are $8-$15 / tube. OR you may just want to treat yourself!
Please call me at least 2 weeks before the class to order your Paintbox. You may pay in cash or check, to me.
