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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 who works primarily in colored pencil, graphite, and watercolor. Detailed course descriptions, supply lists, registration information, and Laura’s online gallery can be viewed at Barking Dog Studio. Additional workshops are taught throughout the year by visiting instructors.
- Colored Pencil for Experienced Students – Wednesdays,
Jan. 26 – Mar. 2, 2011; 9:30-12:30. Prerequisite: Graphite Drawing (The graphite class is a foundation course taught on Thursday mornings. See below.) Cost: $215 Register - Graphite Drawing (All Levels) – Thursdays, Jan. 27 – Mar. 3, 2011; 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: $215 Register
- Graphite and Colored Pencil – Saturdays, Jan. 29 – Mar. 5, 2011; 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: $215 Register
- Watercolor – Wednesdays, Jan. 26 – Mar. 3, 2011; 12:30 – 3:30. For all levels, beginners to advanced. Students will learn color theory and how to use a limited palette. Supply list will be provided. Advanced students who already have their own palette are welcome to use the palette they have. Prerequisite: Completion of foundation courses in graphite. Register
- Colored Pencil (Spring): Session #1 (March 9 – April 13, 2011), Session #2 (April 20 – May 25, 2011)
- Watercolor (Spring): Session #1 (March 9 – April 13, 2011), Session #2 (April 20 – May 25, 2011)
- Drawing (Spring): Session #1 (March 10 – April 14, 2011), Session #2 (April 21 – May 26, 2011)
- Saturday Sessions (Spring): Session #1 (March 12 – April 16, 2011), Session #2 (April 23 – May 28, 2011)
- Summer Break with Nature Journaling
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Pound Ridge Reservation – Saturday July 10, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM. Sketch by the stream under the shade trees. Afterwards, see Corinne Lapen Cohen’s botanical art exhibition in the Main House. Bring lunch. $35 (entrance fee $4/car)
The Hammond Museum Japanese Garden – Friday July 16, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM. Payment must be made to the museum. No food allowed, however there is a café. $50
Kitchawan Farm – Saturday July 31, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM.
Draw organic vegetables and herbs.
Homes of Katonah – Saturday, July 31, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM. Draw the homes of Katonah.
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