Write, Draw, Cut, & Paste

The Verdancy Project is home to multiple undertakings including an artist residency, workshops, apiary, a living laboratory to explore, research, create and so much more. It is  a place where creatives who have a connection to nature, ecology, and the environment can come together to learn, share and be part of something bigger.

The Verdancy Project

Learn how to capture botanical inspirations through observations, journaling, mixed media drawings, and collage.

30310 SE Division Dr

Spend the day immersed in the beautiful property of the Verdancy Project with artist Barb Burwell and a sketchbook, learning how to capture botanical inspirations through observations, journaling, mixed media drawings, and collage.

In this 4-hour workshop, Barb will show you how to find inspiration in nature through writing, taking photos*, and gathering botanical specimens. You will learn step by step how to combine these elements and make drawings and collages in a sketchbook, using watercolor, ink, colored pencils, and mixed media art supplies.

Slow down, create beautiful botanical compositions, experiment with materials, and learn some fun techniques, all while connecting to nature. 

Ages 16 and up, &amp; all levels of creative experience welcome. 
*Please bring a digital camera or phone to take reference pictures. There will be a lunch break, please bring your own bag lunch, refrigerator and microwave are available.Price: $100 = $25 materials fee = $125 Total
Instructor Info:Barb Burwell works as curator of gathered information. She collects images, textures and forms, both physically and in her mind’s eye. Her work as an artist includes painting, drawing, mixed media works on paper, wood panel and canvas as well as sculpture. She also works as a fiber artist that employs fabrication techniques such as machine piecework, quilting, appliqué and hand embroidery.

&quot;Looking Out Looking In&quot; is her current body of work that explores the idea of one&#x27;s internal/external landscape and how specific locations connect to feelings of nostalgia. The work is a collection of metaphorical and visual perspectives that are a direct response to her experiences collected afield, by witnessing the landscape and experiencing the surroundings of the Pacific Northwest. 

She takes much inspiration and nourishment from the outdoors and does the real work of art making through long, contemplative walks. Burwell was awarded a BFA from Pacific NW College of Art (Portland, OR) has worked and taught in both private and public art education and currently works from her Portland, Oregon based studio.

This in person workshop will be taking place outside under a tent or in a shaded area. Masks and social distancing are required. 
Please see our health and safety guidelines for more information. 

Cancelation policy: Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made within 3 - 6 days will receive an 80% refund. Cancellations made within 48 hours to the event will incur a 50% refund. Due to the nature of our workshops being taught by different instructors with different price points etc. credits for missed classes cannot be given.

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