Join us to explore a new playful approach to the drawing process! We will use natural objects as inspiration and as a jumping off point, then we will give free rein to imaginations. We’ll explore the interaction of art and nature to celebrate the creativity of our own unique work. Ideas, examples and exercises will be presented, and there will be time for drawing and feedback.

All skill levels welcome.

This interactive workshop will take place on Zoom. Students will receive the meeting link via email one day prior to the workshop.

Recommended Supplies: your favorite drawing and/or writing supplies, paper or sketchbook, eraser, pencil sharpener. (We know it's hard to get new art supplies just now, so feel free to join with whatever you have.)

Teacher Bio: Erica Beade is a freelance illustrator and educator specializing in science, health and nature subjects. She began her freelance business, MBC Graphics, in 1998, and since then her work has appeared in numerous books, magazines, exhibits and research journals. The field of scientific illustration has allowed Erica to combine her interests in art, science and the natural world. She holds a B.A. in Studio Art (Drawing and Printmaking) from Wesleyan University and attended the Graphic Arts program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Erica has a long-standing passion for observational drawing and enjoys sharing that enthusiasm through her work with students of all ages. She has been teaching since 2002 at various venues, including the Harvard Museum of Natural History and the Arlington Center for the Arts. More information at: www.observationaldrawing.com.

Email Sarah at sbuyer@thetrustees.org for information regarding partial or full financial assistance.