Basics of Landscape Painting

Schedule

Sun Jun 16 2024 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

Location

Harvest Preserve Foundation | Iowa City, IA

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Immerse yourself in the serene art of landscape painting. Learn basic drawing and painting strategies on-site, capturing the beauty of nature in real-time. Perfect for beginners, this class provides foundational skills to create beautiful outdoor artwork.
Any participant can submit oak-themed artwork or poetry to the "Iowa Oak Project" and receive a $20 stipend for their submission. More information will be provided during the class.
THINGS TO BRING
Basic watercolor and sketching supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring your own if you prefer. If you wish to have an outdoor painting easel, you must bring your own.
* Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen.
* Required: Water for drinking and painting.
* Outdoor seating; e.g., lawn chair. Required if you want to paint without and easel.
REGISTRATION
Sliding scale fee: $15 - $5, based upon your access to resources.
Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount. Learn about Backyard Abundance membership: https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership
QUESTIONS
Call 319-325-6810 to reach the educator.
INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY
We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.
EDUCATOR
Jacob Lesan, an artist from Coralville, Iowa, is renowned for his nature-inspired landscapes and plein air paintings. As an instructor, Jacob shares his expertise and passion, inspiring students to connect deeply with nature through art. He has a rich background in art and music from the University of Northern Iowa.
LOCATION
Harvest Preserve: 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City. We'll gather in the shelter.
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.
* Iowa Arts Council
* Hills Bank
* Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department
* 100 Grannies
* Master Gardeners of Johnson County
* New Pioneer Food Co-op
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Where is it happening?

Harvest Preserve Foundation, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245-9246, United States,Iowa City, Iowa

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