Field Sketching with Nora Sherwood
The simple act of drawing in nature allows its calm and beauty to affect you in powerful ways. Deep observation of the type required for field sketching brings that connection even closer. This workshop will introduce a few techniques used by science illustrators: observation, measured drawing, creating texture and a basic understanding of using shading to create form. These are quick and easy tools intended to improve your field sketches. Guidance and demos by Nora will help reinforce your learning. It’s a great way to enjoy the preserve, by taking some time for deep observation of tree bark, ferns, mosses, tiny flowers and other things we find. A guided nature hike is included.
Our exploration will take us on well-established trails with hilly terrain and sustained grades up to 12%. Those with mobility challenges, breathing difficulties, or balance concerns will find this experience difficult. Please wear sturdy hiking shoes.
Details:
Instructor: Nora Sherwood
Location: Yakona Nature Preserve
Adults & Youth16+ (if accompanied by adult)
Yakona provides: all class materials
Participants bring: drinking water, snacks/lunch
Carpooling is necessary for the 3-mile drive into Yakona
Event is free; donations are welcome
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artist bio
Nora joined the field of science illustration as a mid-life career changer after many years in the world of high tech. She graduated from the University of Washington's Natural Science Illustration certificate program in 2014, and now works as a full-time, self-employed illustrator. Intricate details and patterns found in nature are endlessly fascinating to her. Her primary medium is watercolor, a highly technical but powerful medium that allows her to construct illustrations in layers, always considering pigment characteristics and color theory to build forms and create depth. She also works in colored pencil, pen and ink, graphite and scratchboard. She has created illustrations for U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Oregon Coast Aquarium, High Desert Museum and many other local government entities and private businesses.