Plein Air Drawing Workshop w/ Oami Powers (ages 16+)

Immerse yourself in the serene art of plein air drawing where you'll explore the beauty of outdoor landscapes through the medium of graphite. Led by experienced artist Oami Powers, you'll learn essential techniques to capture light, shadow, and natural textures directly from nature. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to hone your observational skills and connect with the environment around you. Join us for a day of creativity, inspiration, and artistic growth in the open air. Location for the workshop: JC Raulston Arboretum

Are you an Artspace member or ambassador? Email Danny Peña, Director of Education + Community Programs at [email protected] for your one-time promo code and receive your discount.

About the artist

Oami Powers is an American figurative artist whose expressive, gestural ceramic sculptures and drawings delve into themes of memory, nostalgia, grief, addiction, understanding of home and self. Raised in California and New Zealand, she has now lived in North Carolina for over a decade. Powers graduated from the University of Canterbury with a B.A. in Art History and Classical Studies and has studied with Cristina Cordova, Zoe Durfour, Alia El-Bermani and Felicia Forte.

About Artspace //

Artspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace, visit artspacenc.org

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Parking is free and is available in the JCRA's paved lot and along Beryl Road. Please observe the no parking signs on Beryl Road.

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