An Evening of Plein Air Painting and Drawing

Welcome to An Evening of Plein Air Painting and Drawing!

Come explore the Laguna de Santa Rosa with your pencils and brushes! During this special summer evening, participants will take a short walk around Irwin Creek and the dry summer wetlands of the Laguna de Santa Rosa for a journaling and painting session using the medium of their choice. We will introduce the site and build your sense of place to enhance your creativity as you explore light and shadows under the trees during the golden hour, and find special vignettes and vistas to draw from your chosen perspectives. This plein air outing is open to all levels of painters and drawers in water color, oil, acrylic, pastel, pencil. Bring your favorite medium and supplies, plus your close observational skills, imagination and love of color!

Erica Warren is a painter and illustrator whose works can be seen in the Educational Center at the SF Zoo and SFPUC South East Community Center, paired with five created and educational native plant ecotones through landscaping. Her work features native plants and animals to Northern California, or generally blooming plants that are captivating in their blooming glory. In her career, Erica coordinates with local municipalities to reach stormwater compliance and works to restore and augment wetland ecosystems. Her favorite moment is painting outside, and she looks forward to meeting you out there!

AG + OPEN LOGO:  There is no charge for this outing, which is made possible by the voters of Sonoma County who support the work of Ag + Open Space with a quarter-cent sales tax

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

625 Sanford Rd, 625 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, United States