Painting with Paper in Nature w/ Ariana 8/16 at 4pm

Piloted in 2021, "WELLderness: An Outdoor Wellness Series" was developed to bring members of the community together (in person and online) to engage in activities that would have a positive impact on their physical and mental health and well-being. Throughout the year, people have the opportunity to participate in FREE events that center around fostering better connections to self and the environment.

**Masks are no longer required. They remain optional for those who wish to wear one during a Friends event**

About the Instructor

Ariana R-G is a mixed-media artist, illustrator, and creative strategist. Ariana's unique collage style blends various materials including magazine cuttings, fabric, paint, beading, and hand embroidery. Her work is inspired by the colors, patterns, and needlework of her Puerto Rican and Mexican backgrounds. She transforms her materials into new objects, landscapes, and scenes using texture, depth and shadows. Ariana's artwork has been shown in various exhibits, and she teaches collage workshops across the DMV.

What you will be doing

Step into a garden of color and creativity to make your own paper flowers! Channel the fresh energy of the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens as you craft flowers out of magazine pages and use them to decorate a picture frame or bookmark made out of card stock paper.

Instructor Ariana R-G will show you her unique approach of building a collage using magazine clippings, card stock, and paint pens. She'll guide you through the process of cutting, layering, and assembling dynamic textures while you explore patterns, color and contrast.

This workshop will have you thinking about the textures of nature in a different way.When

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 4pm. Check-in opens at 3:45pm.

Where

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave Northeast, Washington, DC 20019. Participants will meet at the picnic area past the visitor center.

Getting There

Due to some emergency maintenance, the parking lot and main entrance are currently closed. All visitors must use street parking, and enter the park via the Meadow gate pathway marked by the green NPS tent at the intersection of Anacostia Ave & Douglas St.

Please see the picture on our website homepage for reference: https://kenaqgardens.org/

By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 mile from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line. By foot or bike, access the park via the Anacostia River Trail.

What to Bring

Participants should bring a water bottle, snack, bug spray, sun protection, and/or anything else one may carry when spending time outdoors. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for being outdoors.

Contact

For questions or concerns reach out to Alivia Villari at [email protected].

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