BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//John Muir Laws - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:John Muir Laws X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for John Muir Laws REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20100314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20101107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20110313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20111106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20120311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20121104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20130310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20131103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20140309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20141102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160713T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160713T163000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223756Z CREATED:20160523T202247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223756Z UID:10000571-1468422000-1468427400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Nature Journaling- Oakland DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to keep a nature journal or are you looking for ways to make your nature journaling a richer experience? In this workshop we will explore fundamental principles to jumpstart and extend your journaling practice. You will learn: \n\nWhy to keep a nature journal and see examples of many ways to practice.\nHow to set up a lightweight journaling kit for easy access in the field and see some useful tools for fieldwork.\nWhat to put into your journal to get more out of every observation and allow you to use your journal as a scientific resource.\nHow to motivate and inspire yourself to make journaling a regular habit.\nStrategies to get you started for a day in the field.\nIdeas about what to put in your journal.\nWays to think outside of the box to enhance your creativity and joy in journaling.\n\nBring your existing journaling kit if you have one. This workshop is free and open to the public. No experience necessary. No registration required. $20 suggested donation. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/introduction-nature-journaling-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160511T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160511T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223800Z CREATED:20160302T235357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223800Z UID:10000526-1462966200-1462971600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing Fish 2: Oakland DESCRIPTION:Learn how to draw and sketch fish and sharks in dynamic poses\, breaking the mold of the static scientific illustration. Learn how a living fish looks under water and how this is different than what is drawn in classic fish illustration. This class will prepare you for sketching from live specimens in your fish tank or at an aquarium. No experience necessary\, and no advanced registration required. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to take notes. $20 suggested donation. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-fish-2-tiburon-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160413T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160413T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223804Z CREATED:20160302T233504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223804Z UID:10000234-1460547000-1460552400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing Fish I: Oakland DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of illustrating fish including critical morphology for the artist\, arranging scales\, important proportions or measurements\,  and capturing the iridescent shimmer of light. In this workshop we will focus on the lateral (side) view to create a classic scientific illustration. No experience necessary\, and no advanced registration required. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to take notes. $20 suggested donation. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-fish-3-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160309T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160309T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223842Z CREATED:20160204T181318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223842Z UID:10000515-1457523000-1457528400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Sketchnoting: Oakland DESCRIPTION:Visual note-taking (aka “sketchnoting”) is a powerful and fun way to capture and remember information and share it effectively. With a set of simple techniques\, you can visually capture key points of a lecture\, video or book\, so that you can quickly recall the ideas and put what you’ve learned into action. Visual notetaking techniques can also be used to record observations in the field and your thinking or explanations for what you see. Whether used as a personal memory tool\, a creative outlet or as a facilitation method for group collaboration\, visual notes are a great way to create memorable\, engaging information summaries. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, you’ll develop a visual vocabulary of symbols\, learn simple lettering techniques\, and get familiar with structuring information into common layout patterns. You’ll bring it all together by capturing visual notes in real time from video\, then get feedback and be inspired with a group critique. \nNo special tools or materials are required for this class. During the session\, you will create your own personal note-taking reference guide. Please bring a journal or sketchbook and your favorite pens and markers. Some additional materials will be provided so that you can experiment! All ages and experience levels welcome. No registration or sign up necessary. $20 suggested donation. \nAbout the Facilitator\nKate Rutter is an entrepreneur and designer and Principal at Intelleto.com\, where she creates visual explanations that make complex ideas simple\, memorable and shareable. Kate organizes the /Sketchnotes-SF /Meetup\, hosts the /East Bay Sketchers/ Meetup and sketches/writes/speaks about visual communication and product design. She blogs atintelleto.com\, tweets at @katerutter and flickrs at www.flickr.com/intelleto/. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/7853-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160210T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160210T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223846Z CREATED:20160113T091050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223846Z UID:10000499-1455103800-1455109200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:How to improve your handwriting- Oakland DESCRIPTION:Improve your handwriting with calligrapher and nature journal keeper JP Panter. Learn targeted techniques to improve the problem area that everyone shares. We will learn how to write in italic\, a practical and flexible basic handwriting style which can be either printed or cursive. We will explore how different tools change the look and feel of what you write\, as well as several ways to integrate writing with your sketches and illustrations. If we have time at the end of class we’ll talk a little about traditional calligraphy tools\, and do some testing out of inks and pens.\nNo special tools or materials are required for this class. You will be given photocopy reference materials. Please bring your nature journals to take notes\, and feel free to use any of your favorite pens and pencils. If you happen to have a “broad pen” or a “pointed pen” (the dip in an inkwell kind) and have questions about where to start with it\, feel free to contact JP in advance. \nThis program is free with a $20 suggested donation. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. No registration required. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/how-to-improve-your-handwriting-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160131T160000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223848Z CREATED:20151121T220713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223848Z UID:10000216-1454234400-1454256000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Lake Merritt Fieldtrip: Drawing Trees DESCRIPTION:Join us at Oakland’s Lake Merritt to practice drawing trees both from a distance and in detailed close ups. Drawings done in pen and ink will be used by Oakland’s Department of Parks and Recreation to make an educational brochure about the trees of Lake Merritt. You can contribute to this project! Not interested in drawing trees? Come for the waterfowl and the famous potluck lunch. \nBring a potluck treat to share (it can stay in your car while you sketch)\, a spoon and bowl\, your favorite sketching supplies\, and a portable stool if you have one. \nMeet at the Rotary Nature Center at Lake Merritt. \nThis program is free with a $20 suggested donation. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. In case of rain\, check this website the morning of the trip. We will probably relocate to the Oakland Museaum. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/lake-merritt-fieldtrip-drawing-trees/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160113T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160113T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223849Z CREATED:20151121T215543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223849Z UID:10000210-1452684600-1452690000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing Trees in Pen and Ink: Oakland DESCRIPTION:Learn how to draw broadleaf and evergreen trees both from a distance and up close details (leaves\, acorns\, seed pods\, and fruit). In addition to studying details of structure\, we will explore shortcuts to help you get the form on paper and tricks to suggest dimension and volume. \nTwo advantages of drawing in ink are that it reproduces clearly for low cost printing and that it does not smudge and smear in your notebook. \nWe will apply our new tree drawing expertise in the field trip at the end of this month to Lake Merrit where we will draw trees for an upcoming educational brochure being produced for Oakland Parks and Recreation. This pro bono work is one way we can help conservation education with our art. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-trees-in-pen-and-ink-4/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151209T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151209T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223852Z CREATED:20151121T205819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223852Z UID:10000486-1449660600-1449666000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Rain\, Rain\, Come and Stay! Drawing Rain\, Weather\, and Dew. DESCRIPTION:To help call in the rain to drought stricken California\, we offer a special workshop on drawing weather. Learn how to suggest a downpour in graphite pencil and watercolor. We will also draw fog\, snow fields\, and a blizzard. After the storm clears we will learn how to draw raindrops or dew on plants and flowers. \nAs a bonus learn how to draw transparent or translucent objects such as fish eggs and jellyfish (using techniques similar to the raindrop trick). \nThis program is free with a $20 suggested donation. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Bring a sketchbook and pencil and keep your fingers crossed for rain! URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/rain-rain-come-and-stay-drawing-rain-weather-and-dew-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151111T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151111T130000 DTSTAMP:20210308T223854Z CREATED:20151026T215544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223854Z UID:10000478-1447241400-1447246800@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Five Principles of Better Drawing DESCRIPTION:You can learn to draw. Representative drawing is a skill\, not a gift. There are five principles that I wish I knew when I started. Practicing these with exercises\, and keeping them in mind as you sketch or paint will improve the accuracy\, speed\, and clarity of your work. Learn how to modify and adapt these techniques for any drawing. \nThis class is open to journal keepers of all levels and ages and no experience is required. No registration or sign up necessary. Bring a sketchbook and a pencil. $20 suggested donation. \nBonus: Bring a recent sketch (since the last field trip)  to share and receive a free gift- the most game changing drawing tool in my kit. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-five-principles-of-better-drawing-5/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20120719T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20120719T123000 DTSTAMP:20210308T224516Z CREATED:20120122T212300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T224516Z UID:10000156-1342686600-1342701000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:How to Sketch Waterfowl and Wildlife DESCRIPTION:Learn techniques to quickly and accurately sketch wildlife from life. Drawing is a useful tool to augment your field notes and help you observe wildlife more carefully. In this outdoor workshop\, we will learn how to quickly draw waterfowl and other animals at the Lake Merritt Rotary Nature Center. With a combination of demonstrations\, technique lectures\, and time to practice you will refine your ability to draw what you see\, capture behavior and posture\, correct anatomical details\, deal with moving subjects\, and learn how artists simplify complex subjects to help you get it down on paper with speed and accuracy. Register. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/how-to-sketch-waterfowl-and-wildlife/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event GEO:37.8076719;-122.2589038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rotary Nature Center 600 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2589038,37.8076719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20111016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20111016T150000 DTSTAMP:20210308T224523Z CREATED:20110620T201526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T224523Z UID:10000144-1318759200-1318777200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing Birds (field trip) DESCRIPTION:Bio 70 Drawing Birds\, How can you draw birds that move or even fly away? With a combination of understanding bird structure\, knowing where to look when you see the bird\, and a simple shorthand to get down the basics\, anyone can quickly create accurate bird sketches in the field. Come learn the secrets first hand in five intensive evening sessions. Learn the basics of bird anatomy and how clumps of feathers ruffle\, pile and unfold. Learn the basic shapes and methods for capturing the form and movement of songbirds\, shorebirds\, waterfowl\, and raptors. We will look closely at birds in flight and foreshortening wings. and tricks to quickly draw birds in the field and avoid anatomical pitfalls that creep into many bird drawings. Understand which critical details to check when you see a bird and master the one minute gesture sketch. Learn techniques for detailed drawings of heads\, wings\, and feet even after the bird has flown. We will explore techniques with pencil\, colored pencil and watercolor for fast field work and studio drawing. Each class includes a halftime potluck snack. \nFive consecuative Thursday nights 6-9 PM and one Sunday field trip on October 16\, 10 AM-3 PM \nApply to CCSF on line to get a student ID number (this may take a day to process)\, thenRegister for this class. URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-birds-field-trip/ LOCATION:Rotary Nature Center\, 600 Bellevue Avenue \, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="City College of San Francisco":MAILTO:admit@ccsf.edu
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