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Lasdon Park and Arboretum
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Located in Somers, NY, the 234-acre Lasdon Arboretum is home to the botanical art program directed by botanical artist Laura Gould. Laura is a botanical artist whose primary medium is colored pencil, graphite, and watercolor. Course descriptions, registration information, and Laura’s online gallery can be viewed at Barking Dog Studio. Additional workshops will be offered throughout the year by visiting instructors. Please check back for updates.
- Watercolor Color Pencil Workshop – Saturday, January 9; 9:30-12:30. Snow day January 10. Learn how to mix watercolor washes with colored pencils. Watercolor colored pencils dissolve into lovely watercolor washes. Colored pencils are used to enhance the details. These two media complement each other and are fun to mix! All levels welcome. Cost: $250
- Colored Pencil for Experienced Students – Wednesdays, January 27 – March 10; 9:30-12:30. Prerequisite: Graphite Drawing (The graphite class is a foundation course taught on Thursday mornings. See below.) Cost: $250
- Graphite and Colored Pencil – Saturdays, Jan. 30 – March 13; 9:30-12:30. Students of all levels are welcome to join the class. Learn at your own pace while enjoying the company of fellow artists. Cost: $250
- Graphite Drawing (All Levels) – Thursdays, Jan. 28 – Mar. 11; 9:30 – 12:30. For beginners and experienced students who love the beauty of graphite. This class prepares students for other courses in the program. Please join us. Cost: $250
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