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HMSC Adult Classes

Explore the natural world more closely with a drawing course or workshop on topics in natural history. Programs are taught in-person or via Zoom meeting as indicated.

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Members receive a discount on all classes.

Class sizes are limited and advance registration is required. Full payment is due at the time of registration. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover.

You may cancel up to two weeks before the program begins and receive a refund less a processing fee. After that time, no refund can be made. A full refund is issued if the museum cancels the program.

Activities

Sketching & Mindfulness

 

Online Workshop

Wednesday, December 2, 9:30–11:30 am

Sketching can be a practice for deepening mindful awareness of our surroundings, and mindful awareness can enrich our sketching practice by helping us quiet inner voices. In this online workshop, we’ll use natural objects as our subject matter to explore ways to focus our attention, learn to see more deeply, and record our observations more carefully. Taught by professional artist Erica Beade. All skill levels are welcome.


$35 members/ $40 nonmembers
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Painting with Plants

 

In-Person Workshop

Saturday, December 5, 9:30–11:30 am

Have you ever wished you could paint with the brilliant reds, blues, and purples of flowers, the rich brown of nuts, or the glowing oranges and yellows of spices?  For centuries, artists looked to natural sources to get their paint.Today, everyday items like teas, flowers, and spices make it easy to reconnect with that tradition. In this workshop, we’ll craft our own plant-based paints and create original artwork. Come explore these vibrant natural colors and see what you can create! All skill levels are welcome.

 
 
$45 members/ $55 nonmembers
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