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SUMMARY:How to build a journal page (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Kristin Meuser will present her step by step process of building a nature journal\, page element by element\, as you travel through your nature experience. Where to begin? She starts by creating a flexible grid which encourages areas for a page titles\, conditions notation\, color matching dots\, notes and poetry/prose\, close up sketches as well as sense of place landscapes. Kristin’s extensive background as a graphic designer and artist is what gives her pages a cohesive and delightful presence. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2019-05-08/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T143000
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SUMMARY:Megafauna!!! How to draw large African animals (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Think big! Learn how to draw elephants\, rhinos\, giraffe\, hippos and more. In this workshop we will get under the skin to understand the anatomy and major muscle groups of these large animals. Learn how skeleton and posture change to support great weight. We will also look at skin and fur texture and foreshortening animals. \nIt is also my birthday party so bring a wrapped nature journaling related present not for me but for the journal club gift exchange. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, $20 suggested donation. \nBring \n\nA sketchbook and pencil\nRealistic plastic toy animals (yes raid the toy box).\nA wrapped gift for the gift exchange (one per person).
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2019-02-13-2019-04-10/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190313T143000
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CREATED:20170119T070321Z
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SUMMARY:What's in a Sky? (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:What kind of blues are in that sky\, and what kind of grays are in those clouds? What’s the one color you never want to put in your sky\, not even in the most lurid sunset? How can you show the sun breaking through the clouds\, when it’s so much brighter than the white of your paper? What happens where the sky touches the land\, and how can you give a sense of sunlight spilling over a landscape? When do you want to precisely indicate what kind of clouds you’re seeing\, and when do you need to alter reality to make a better painting?\n\nAs she did in her class for the Nature Journal Club last year\, Reflections and Other Tricky Things About Water\, Laurie will attempt to answer those and many other questions with a grab bag of painting techniques\, science\, field observations\, solutions from other artists\, and random tips she has accumulated in her 7 years of organizing the SF Sketchers Meetup Group\, teaching watercolor\, and painting skies wherever she sees them.\n\nIn addition to Reflections\, Laurie’s previous classes for the Nature Journal Club were Splash & Scribble and How to Make Your Nature Journal Sketches Come Alive.\n\nBRING\nGraphite pencil and sketchbook to take notes in (cheap paper OK) \nYour current field watercolor setup\, including:\n• Paint palette\n• Waterbrush or other small brush with a compact water container. (Doesn’t need to be sable: synthetic brushes are fine.)\n• rag or paper towel\n• A few scraps of good quality watercolor paper to try out special effects\n\nThere will be art supplies you can borrow if you don’t have any of the above.\n\n\n\n\nOpen to all ages and skill levels. $20 suggested donation
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2019-02-13-2019-03-13/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190213T143000
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CREATED:20170119T070321Z
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SUMMARY:How to Draw A Forest (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Into the Woods! Just as you do not draw a tree by drawing a lot of leaves\, you do not draw a forest by drawing a lot of trees. Learn how to suggest the feeling of a distant forest\, including the skyline pattern\, edge and texture. We will demonstrate techniques using pencil and watercolor. In addition\, learn how to draw the view from within the forest as you look out through the trunks and get a feeling of the play of light and shadow\, and the tangle of branches. A few simple principles and methods will help you draw what you see without getting lost in the trees or taking hours to complete so you can still make it to grandmother’s house and have time to sketch along the way. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2019-02-13/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190109T143000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223303Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223303Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Trees: Evergreens and Broad-leaved Trees (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:This month we look at the whole tree. How do you draw overlapping branches\, trunks\, and foliage. We will take a close look at quick methods for suggesting leafy foliage and dense pine needles without getting lost in a leaf by leaf dissection. Learn how to use a flat brush to create foliage effects. \nBring a sketchbook\, a few photos of trees\, pencils\, a watercolor kit\, and a Flat Niji Waterbrush. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2019-01-09/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223304Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223304Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Trees: Leaves and Branches (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Draw Trees! Over the next few months we will explore ways of drawing trees. This month we start up-close with leaves and branches. Fall is a fun time to look at leaves and after the leaves have fallen\, each species has unique leaf scars and buds. Say goodby to the generic branch under the feet of your birds and discover how to compellingly capture the nuance of local species. \nBring your sketchbook\, pencils\, and a few leaves leaves and cool branches (nothing too big). \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-12-12/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223306Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223306Z
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SUMMARY:Sketching Skulls & Bones (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:At once creepy and fascinating\, the wonderful world of skulls and skeletons lies just below the surface of the living world. With the Halloween spirit still haunting us\, and the dark winter nights setting in\, now’s the time to face our fears and seek out new insights from the realm of bony relics! \nIn this hands-on workshop we’ll investigate the secrets of mammal and bird skeletal anatomy\, share tips on finding good reference materials\, discuss the visual qualities of bone materials\, and learn some techniques for sketching skulls and skeletons quickly and accurately. Whether you’re seeking deeper insight into the mysteries of nature\, or just interested in the artistry of these striking and intriguing objects\, we hope you’ll join us for some seasonal skele-lebration. \nPlease bring a journal or sketchbook\, and your drawing tools of choice. All ages and experience levels welcome. No registration or sign up necessary. $20 suggested donation. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-11-14/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180912T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223353Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223353Z
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SUMMARY:Leaves of Grass Workshop (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:“Oh\, good scholar\, I say to myself\, how can you help but grow wise with such teachings as these— the untrimmable light of the world\, the ocean’s shine\, the prayers that are made out of grass?”\n Mary Oliver\nOnce you see the beauty of grass\, you can lose yourself for hours in a vacant lot or quiet prairie. Learn how to make a careful scientific illustration of grass species you find in the field. Learn tricks to help you handle and delight in the calligraphy of twisted leaves. Discover ways to draw a distant grassy field\, capturing the feel of clumps of bunchgrass. This workshop will be great preparation for our upcoming trip to the coastal prairie! \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-09-12/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180815T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223356Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223356Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Lettering for Nature Journaling (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Have you wanted ways to add creative lettering to your Nature Journal pages? Learn “you can do it” techniques from a real master. \n \nMeet the Instructor\nDeb Brady is a nature enthusiast\, who has been working as a sign artist at Trader Joe’s for the past 15 years and doing occasional freelance work in graphics and illustration. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, $20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2018-08-08/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180711T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223359Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223359Z
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SUMMARY:The New Bird Drawing System (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:For years I have taught the same system to quickly sketch birds in the field. Over the last few months my approach has changed radically. I think I can now get you drawing better birds with fewer lines. This refined system will help you get the basic bird shapes with less trouble and will avoid some of the problem areas that grew out of the old system. So join me for this songbird sketching workshop and we will bust some crazy birds. \nBring a sketchbook\, your favorite drawing pencil\, and a sharp non-photo blue pencil. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-07-11/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180509T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223403Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223403Z
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SUMMARY:The Secret of Interlocking Shapes  (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Twisted\, leaves\, curled petals\, resting mammals with folded legs\, duck yoga- some complex shapes are difficult to see\, understand\, and draw. In these cases I return again and again to principles that simplify the subject and make them easier to transfer to paper. Learn how to use this technique to help you draw everything from iris petals to folded flamingos. \nBring a sketchbook and your favorite drawing materials. All ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, $20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-05-09/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180411T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223405Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223405Z
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SUMMARY:The Watercolorist's Bag of Tricks (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Have you mastered flat and graded washes and are looking for techniques to broaden your watercolor game? In this workshop we will explore techniques to extend the possibilities of watercolor. Bring your sketchbook\, watercolor kit\, Pentel Aquash Large waterbrush\, a white crayon\, and a white Prismacolor pencil. \nWe will explore: \n\nUsing a resist.\nDrybrush effects.\nValue studies.\nWet in wet.\nand more…\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-04-11/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180314T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223441Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223441Z
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SUMMARY:Watercolor ABC's (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get started with using watercolor in your field sketches? This is the class for you. In this workshop I assume no background using watercolors and will cover the essentials to get you started\, so that you can quickly and easily apply watercolor to your work. \nIn this workshop you will learn:\n\nHow to set up your field gear.\nHow to mix colors.\nHow to apply paint using glazing\, wash\, graded wash\, and dry brush techniques.\nHow to avoid the top five mistakes that haunt watercolor artists.\n\nWhat to bring:\n\nA small palette. If you already have one you are good to go. If you are just starting\, read this post. It will give you instructions to assemble a great pallet for under $20. Prep the kit as per the instructions before class. You will be happiest if you dispense with the little white pans as described in the post. If you do not want them\, bring them to class and I will repurpose them.\nA large tip Pentel Aquash Waterbrush. Not the medium\, not the small\, the large one. If you have a waterbrush and it is not this one\, go out and spend the $8 to get this brush. It is well worth the trouble. You can buy one here\, but look around\, you may be able to find a better price.\nA cotton sock with the toe cut off. You do not need to cup up a new sock. Use one of those lonely dryer orphans. If you can not find one\, I have a used but clean sock for you.  Now that is generosity!\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-03-14/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180214T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223444Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections and other tricky things about water (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Why is water so hard to paint? How do you sketch something that’s always moving? Why can you see the bottom of the lake in one spot\, but the reflected sky right next to it? We’ll talk a little about the science\, look at solutions different artists have used\, develop some strategies for analyzing what we’re seeing and do some simple exercises. Bring your usual sketching kit and paper to take notes. Watercolor is useful but not essential. \nLaurie Wigham is a painter in San Francisco. She organizes the SF Sketchers meetup group and teaches sometimes. Her previous classes for the Nature Journal Club were “Splash & Scribble” and  “Making your Nature Journal Sketches Come Alive”. You can see her work on Facebook\, Flickr and Instagram  \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation. \nWhy is water so hard to paint? How do you sketch something that’s always moving? Why can you see the bottom of the lake in one spot\, but the reflected sky right next to it? We’ll talk a little about the science\, look at solutions different artists have used\, develop some strategies for analyzing what we’re seeing and do some simple exercises. Bring your usual sketching kit and paper to take notes. Watercolor is useful but not essential. $20 suggested donation. \nLaurie Wigham is a painter in San Francisco. She organizes the SF Sketchers meetup group and teaches sometimes. you can see her work on Facebook\, Flickr and Instagram  \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-02-14/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180110T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223447Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223447Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Fundamentals: Gesture & Negative Shapes (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Start the Nature Journaling New Year with a look at the most important skills for getting an image on the paper. Using gesture sketching and negative shapes together allows you to block in basic shapes and see fundamental masses. Once you have this down\, the details\, color\, and value can drop onto a framework that has already solved many of the challenges of going from eye to paper. In this workshop you will: \n\nIncrease your drawing speed\nPractice how to start any drawing\nLearn to see negative shapes everywhere\nLoosen up\, get the big picture\, and relax\n\nBring a sketchbook\, pencil\, and non-photo blue pencil (if you have one). \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2018-01-10/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171213T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223450Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223450Z
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SUMMARY:Color Gets All the Credit\, Value Does All the Work (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Want to get more of a pop from your watercolors? Wish they were easier to use? Would you like an adaptable system to help you get your paint down on the paper? \nIt is easy to get wrapped around the axle about accurately matching a color. With practice and work you can learn to match colors with precision. In this workshop you will learn how to mix watercolors to get the colors you want but it does not stop there. The dirty little secret is that exact color matching is not as big a deal as most people think it is. Value\, the difference between light and dark\, is much more important and more easily overlooked. \n\nLearn how to apply watercolor for fast accurate colors.\nDiscover tricks to get a richer value range.\nLearn how to see value in your subject and your drawing.\nGet a bonus gift that you will always keep in your journaling kit.\n\nBring these tools\n\nYour sketchbook\nYour favorite portable watercolor set. If you do not have one\, get a Cotman Pocket Sketcher’s Box and modify it as described in this post. I really recommend doing away with those extra little pans (see post).\nA large\, fine tip\, Pentel Aquash Waterbrush (if you have one).\nA little holiday gift (see below).\n\nHoliday Gift Exchange\nBring a low-cost wrapped item that would be appropriate for another nature journaler. We will exchange gifts with strangers to celebrate our growing community. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2017-12-13/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223454Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223454Z
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SUMMARY:How to draw Marine Mammals (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nature Journal Club for a 1.5 hour workshop to help you sketch marine mammals as you see them in the field. Whether you draw from shore or head out whale watching\, this class will help you capture the moments on paper. \n\nLearn relevant anatomy for artists and field sketchers to help you draw whales\, seals\, sea lions\, and otters.\nUnderstand the series of shapes you see as a whale spouts.\nLearn techniques to foreshorten whale flukes\,\nRepresent water and open ocean with fast and convincing strokes in pencil and watercolor.\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  Home school friendly. No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2017-10-11/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170913T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223529Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223529Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Birds: getting the details (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:When the bird lands in front of you\, you must be ready to get the basic form on paper with a few lines. This was the focus of last month’s workshop which you can view here. But what do you do then? Once you have this basic shape you are ready to fill in the details but this is hard if you don’t understand what you are seeing. One of the keys to fast field sketching is to understand the structures and features of whatever you are looking at\, to know what to expect as the typical way a detail will present\,  and to have a shorthand way to get that down on paper in a few strokes. Understanding the details and having a tool kit of techniques to get them on paper will make field sketching easier\, accurate\, and more fun. \n\nHow do bird beaks fit into the head? Where should I look for nuance of shape?\nHow do you draw the eyes?\nWings- this is a biggie\, how do you suggest the detail without getting lost in a wing diagram (which you actually don’t see on most birds).\nHow does the tail attach and how to simplify the shape and angles?\nHow do I indicate feather texture and groups of feathers?\nWhats up with bird feet and how do I draw them?\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  Homeschool friendly. No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2017-09-13/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170809T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223531Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223531Z
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SUMMARY:Songbird Sketching (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to sketch the birds at your feeder and garden? Learn basic techniques to get the bird on paper while it is still in front of you and how to fill out the drawing from memory and reference once it has flown the coop. \nIn this workshop we will explore drawing songbrids from the side\, front\, rear\,  and front and rear 3/4 views. These fundamentals can be applied to draw any bird from any angle. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2017-08-09/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170712T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223533Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223533Z
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SUMMARY:Intentional Curiosity (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:“Curiouser and curiouser!” Cried Alice (she was so much surprised\, that for the moment she quite forgot how to speak good English).”\n― Lewis Carroll\, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland\nCuriosity is not a trait you are born with. It is a skill that you can develop and refine with practice.It is more essential than any drawing trick or tool and  can make a nature journal burst to life. You can learn to be more curious. Review the results of the latest curiosity research and how that can impact you in your day-to-day life. Explore curiosity routines to help you find deeper questions behind what you see and learn the core strategies to help you find the answers. \nIf you are thinking ” I just want some drawing tips so maybe I will sit this one out” you really need to reconsider. This workshop can revolutionize the way you see\, think\, and journal. So tap into your inner “Elephant’s Child” and we will see you there. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14-2017-07-12/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170614T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223536Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223536Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Mammals: the final details (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nature Journal Club for a 1.5 hour workshop to round out our exploration of mammal anatomy\, structure\, and drawing techniques. This will be a fun draw along lecture so bring your sketchbook and pencil. In this workshop we will: \n\nExplore ways of rotating a simple mammal model in your head so that you can draw the foreshortened form from any angle.\nAnalyze a few interesting species and practice getting them down on paper.\nStudy common postures and how to draw them.\nLearn prominent muscle and bone “landmarks” to help you better understand what is going on under the skin and how to draw what we see.\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10-2017-06-14/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223539Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223539Z
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SUMMARY:Drawing Mammal Heads and Faces (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Did you ever draw a cow that looked like a dog? Learn basic principles of drawing mammal heads and faces that solve the most common problems artists encounter.  Discover the importance of eye placement and shape. Learn the primary muscles that make prominent bulges and masses on the head. Study the dynamics of common animal expressions. Review common nose shapes. Study variations in ear location and form. Understand variations in skull shape and how these effect the form of the head. Explore the basic types of mammal faces and draw them from the front\, side\, and 3/4 view. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-05-10/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170412T153000
DTSTAMP:20210308T223541Z
CREATED:20170119T070321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T223541Z
UID:10001200-1492005600-1492011000@johnmuirlaws.com
SUMMARY:Fast Sketching: Mammals (Oakland)
DESCRIPTION:Learn techniques to quickly and accurately draw mammals in the field. This workshop will focus on understanding key points of mammal anatomy that help you pose and draw mammals from any angle.  Learn how to: \n\nUnderstand basic mammal skeletal structure and the key differentiations between major groups.\nSimplify complex muscle masses to essential lines.\nRotate mammals and draw them from the front\, three-quarter view\, side and rear.\nSimple and easy to remember landmarks to help you capture the proportions and draw quickly.\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome.  No registration necessary\, \n$20 suggested donation.
URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-workshop-oakland-2017-04-12/
LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Journal Club":MAILTO:johnmuirlaws@gmail.com
GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048
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