Humboldt Field Research Institute
www.eaglehill.us
The Humboldt Field Research Institute offers professional-level natural history science seminars and learning opportunities addressing all aspects of natural history. The Institute publishes three journals about natural history and the environment — the Northeastern Naturalist, the Southeastern Naturalist, and the Journal of the North Atlantic.
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Colored Pencil Illustration Workshop: Flora and Fauna of Coastal Maine – June 10-16, 2012. Instructor: Dolores R. Santoliquido
This seminar focuses on scientific illustration of natural science subjects using colored pencil. Instruction will stress drawing skills, accuracy and specific colored pencil techniques for producing accurate representations of chosen subjects. Field exploration will include observing the landscape around the Humboldt Institute and the identification of specimens to work from throughout the week. Although colored pencil techniques are the focus of this class, participants are welcome to bring other color media with them to experiment with mixed media techniques.
The instructor will give hands-on demonstrations to show specific aspects of colored pencil techniques. All levels of experience are welcome. Participants will receive individualized attention throughout the week. Cost: $510. Contact: Anne Favolise 207-546-2821 x2, anne@eaglehill.us.
Botanical Illustration on Vellum and Paper: Botanical Portraiture and Microlandscapes – July 22-28, 2012. Instructor: Carol Woodin
When studying plants in their natural habitats, collecting field information accurately and quickly is important. After finding a subject in the field, students will learn to collect information by sketching, painting, and photographing their subjects to compose accurate and beautiful groupings of Maine plants back in the classroom. Participants will learn how to create microlandscapes that impart a sense of place, while also serving as botanical portraits.
A historical overview of botanical portraiture and microlandscapes will be given. This will give participants a perspective that will help them develop compositions for their own watercolor paintings. Composition, botanical accuracy, aesthetic strength, and dry-brush watercolor techniques on vellum or paper will be discussed. Each participant will leave class with at least one substantially advanced or completed painting of a Maine microlandscape or botanical portrait. Participants have the option to bring finished natural history artwork for a formal exhibit during the workshop. This exhibition will be held in the traditional gallery of the Commons Building at Eagle Hill. Artwork must be framed and/or matted. Artwork will be open for viewing and purchase by the general public (details to be provided). Cost: $510. Contact: Anne Favolise 207-546-2821 x2, anne@eaglehill.us.
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