Drawing into Nature

In April, we will begin with some foundational work, and then focus on natural forms; plants, budding and sprouting, trees, landscape, and atmospheric phenomena — light, clouds, water. If the presence of animals graces us, we will draw them as well. We will also attend to growth (in budding trees and opening flowers) and decay (in withering daffodils and other flowers). When the weather permits, we will sketch outside. When we cannot draw outdoors, we will engage in quiet observation followed by drawing indoors — from memory and imagination. We will primarily work with light and dark but may sometimes venture into color. We may use graphite, wax crayons, water-soluble crayons, gouache, and more. The course welcomes participants of all skill levels. Sliding scale fee: $100 to $400. (No one will be excluded due to inability to pay.) Materials are provided for drawing during the sessions; if you have a favorite sketch book or preferred drawing materials, please bring them along. Register for the course by April 10 (space is limited), please call or email us: 518-672-0116 or [email protected]. Full payment is due on the first evening (check payable to The Nature Institute or cash). --- Ella Lapointe is an artist and illustrator. She has a deep interest in the Goethean approach to perceiving and understanding nature. Ella completed The Nature Institute’s Foundation course in Goethean science.

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