Mixed Media
Classes & Workshops

Nature Sketchbooks: Finding Sanctuary in Winter

125-02-20-20
Thursdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., February 20 & 27, 2020
Pam Luer, professional artist specializing in nature based motifs. A licensed product designer for the gift and home decor industry

Level 
All levels welcome 
Supplies 
Bring-Your-Own OR Supply Kit Included; see pricing options 

This workshop will introduce you to a sketchbook practice - Learn how to draw from life with careful observation. Collect impressions that help capture your subjects for later exploration or contemplation. 
Begin to work in a sketchbook as an artistic practice 
Become inspired from new tips and techniques using very few tools
Learn about orchids from Ricky Garza, our Arboretum orchid specialist
Enjoy rare books and illustrations shared by Horticulture Librarian Kathy Allen
Enjoy the lush tranquility of the Meyers -Deats conservatory and the spectacular blooms from this year's flower show as you learn to observe and draw in new ways while expanding your understanding of the natural world.
Bring from Home 
Bag lunch, beverages and/or snacks (Visitor Center Cafe will also be open for purchases)

Limit 12, LOCATION CHANGE! Now in the Snyder Building - Tea Room

view video of a similar Pam Luer workshop in 2017

Pam Luer's Minnesota Landscape Aboretum Class Feb 15 & 22, 2017 from Gary B on Vimeo.

Select a price option: Bring-Your-Own Supplies  See supply list $79 member/$99 non-member, includes Arboretum admission All Supplies Included in a Take-Home Kit (value $60) supply kit will be waiting for you in class Registration Deadline for this option is Saturday, February 1 $139 member/$159 non-member

Wool Applique Journal Cover

• Choose from a colorful selection of provided threads and wool fabrics
• Use templates provided or draw freehand to create your composition
• Embellish with a variety of basic and more decorative stitches
• All supplies are included: hardbound journal, all materials, threads, directions and stitch diagrams

• PoeTree: Poetry Workshop on the Intersection of Art & Nature, August 22
• Nature Sketchbooks with Pam Luer, June 6 or August 8
• Arboretum Inspired Beginning Drawing, March 21, April 4, May 16 and/or June 20 p.m.

$79 member/$94 non-member, includes Arboretum admission

Nature Sketchbooks with Pam Luer

• Begin with a nature walk and learn to sharpen your observational skills
• Use your sketchbook to closely observe the plants, trees, and flowers at their peak during this season
• Try new techniques without concern for creating a polished finished work of art
• Take home new and improved skills to use right away and every day.

Spring: Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Select a price option: Bring-Your-Own Supplies See supply list $69 member/$84 non-member, includes Arboretum admission All Supplies Included in a Take-Home Kit (value $60) supply kit will be waiting for you in class Registration Deadline for this option is Thursday, May 21 $129 member/$144 non-member

Summer: Saturday, August 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Select a price option: Bring-Your-Own Supplies See supply list $69 member/$84 non-member, includes Arboretum admission All Supplies Included in a Take-Home Kit (value $60) supply kit will be waiting for you in class Registration Deadline for this option is Thursday, July 23 $129 member/$144 non-member