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Field Studies: Plein Air with Chesterton Art Center
July 10 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT
Shirley Heinze Land Trust and the Chesterton Art Center are collaborating to offer Field Studies, a program that connects nature and creativity. Begin the day with a guided 2-mile hike at Meadowbrook Nature Preserve led by Shirley Heinze staff member, Bella Santana.
Following the hike, participants will head to the covered pavilion for a Plein Air painting workshop. Over the course of the 90 minute workshop, local artist Jen Aitchison will guide participants as they observe, sketch, and paint with gouache, inspired by the landscape around them.
- Please dress for comfort and mobility.
- The class fees support the Art Center and cover the instructor and materials costs.
- Registration is required. Register online here.
SKILL LEVEL: Beginners/ All levels welcome
LOCATION: Meadowbrook Nature Preserve (109 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN 46385)
TUITION: $30 for non-members / $27 for current CAC members, enter code CACMEMBER at checkout to receive 10%-member discount
SUPPLIES: All supplies included
Please RSVP on Chesterton Art Center’s website at https://www.chestertonart.org/adult-classes-and-workshops/p/field-studies-plein-air. Please note that this is a paid class for adults 18+ through Chesterton Art Center, and registration on their website is required. Space is limited, and spots may fill quickly.