Paint Out at Whetstone Savanna Preserve!

Description

Ready to try plein air sketching or painting? Kaz Chandler will show you her favorite strategies for creating something creative outdoors at the beyond peaceful Whetstone Savanna Preserve, and guide you in understanding the basics of plein air to create your own unique expression. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a first-timer, you're invited to join in on the fun. Please bring your own painting or sketching supplies.

Before painting, artists will have the opportunity to tour Whetstone Savanna Preserve on a guided hike by Rebekah Bergkoetter, Stewardship Manager. Traverse the legacy oak woodland and vernal pool mounded prairie!

Date and Time

Wednesday, May 13, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Tour of Whetstone Savanna Preserve)

1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Paint Out at Whetstone Savanna Preserve)

Meeting Location

Whetstone Savanna Preserve, 1022 Newland Road, Central Point, OR 97502

Focus

Plein Air Painting and Sketching, Whetstone General Ecology

Guide

Kaz Chandler, Local Artist, Rebekah Bergkoetter, Stewardship Manager

Hiker Limit

15 Hikers

Difficulty

Moderate, Low Speed, Hiking Off-Trail, Uneven Terrain

Whetstone Savanna does not have any trails. Participants can opt to stay right at the gate and paint/sketch there, or walk as far into the land as they would like. There are no benches, so please bring a camp chair.

Bathroom

None

Pet Policy

This property is protected to conserve special habitats. Therefore, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Certified Assistance Dogs that have been certified at a training facility by an Assistance Dogs International, Inc. will be the only dogs that are allowed.

If you have any questions, please contact Paige Gerhard, Event and Volunteer Coordinator, at 541-482-3069 (Ext 107) or email [email protected]. You can also visit our website.

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