Drawing as a Meditation Workshop

Join us for the Drawing as a Meditation workshop on Thursday, June 27th, 2024 at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture!

The Drawing as a Meditation workshop invites participants to immerse themselves in the art of observational drawing, cultivating mindfulness through the gentle practice of slow observation. By exploring different drawing techniques with charcoal and finding inspiration in the natural landscape surrounding us, this workshop aims to create a sensory experience that will allow participants to develop a deeper awareness of nature and themselves. Through this exploration of the natural world, the workshop seeks to foster a deeper connection between mind, body, and environment.

Led by multidisciplinary artist Beatriz Guzman Velasquez, participants will engage in the practice of slow looking, honing their observational skills and quieting the chatter of the mind. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult to share in the experience.

We’ll be using responsibly sourced charcoal from PMRCAA.

List of materials and/or advance preparation required of students:

• Rolling Pin
• Pencil

About the Instructor:

​Beatriz Guzman Velasquez (she/her) was born and raised in the border region of southwest Texas. She received an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and is an alumna from the New York Studio School and the University of Texas-Pan American. Her work speaks about the present issues of migration, identity and regeneration.

Cancellation Policy:

$20 cancellation fee

Less than 1 week before workshop: 0% refund

7-14 Days before workshop, 50% refund

Full refunds will be given if PMRCAA cancels the event due to inclement weather, or if the instructor cannot teach the workshop.

All workshop cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to Inquiries@roundhousefoundation.org