About this Event
When you move half as fast, you can notice twice as much: a tiny mushroom on the trail blooms into an entire cosmos of texture; upon closer look, the vibrant red of a crab's shell reveals its deep purples and blues, an ombré exoskeleton.
Instead of rushing to the top of a summit, how might we pause to develop a keener sense of observation? Science illustrator Sami Chang will guide us in balancing our individual perception of the world with a scientific illustration perspective known as "nature journaling."
Through nature immersion and teachings from nature journaling, you will leave with:
- Science-based nature journaling skills to observe and experience the world through our senses, incorporating annootations of shapes, colors, textures, and patterns ?
- A newfound appreciation of flora and fauna you may have not attended to before, as well as their relationships with each other and environment ?
- A personal storytelling style as you infuse your own emotions, thoughts, and experiences alongside your journal pages ?
Note: The Botanical Gardens are free for SF residents with an ID, and $6 entry for non-city residents. Admission to the gardens is not included in your ticket fee.
Please arrive a little early as the gardens are entering their busy season and will be harder to get to if you choose to drive or park.
What's Included
Shared access to Wild Awake workshop materials, including:
- Markers, pencils, and waterbrushes
- Watercolor paints & cups for water
- Jewelry loupes and magnifying glasses to peer more closely
What to Bring
- Sketchbook (with watercolor paper)
- Black pen (Micron-style preferred)
Covid-19 Safety
Please do not attend if you are not feeling well, have COVID-19 symptoms, or have been in close contact with anyone who is COVID-19+.
About Wild Awake
Wild Awake curates immersive outdoor learning experiences that are rooted in connecting with and caring for ourselves, each other, and the more-than-human world.
We believe that when we re-orient our attention to the time and space around us, we can cultivate relationships that recognize our mutuality and interdependence.
For more details about Wild Awake, please visit www.wildawake.us.
About the Guide
Sami Chang is a science illustrator who is interested in marine ecosystems and the complex interactions displayed between different marine organisms and their environment. Her interests also expand above sea level and into the world of terrestrial organisms and processes. Through her artwork, she wishes to inspire others to enjoy the natural world around us in hopes to protect it for future generations.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Botanical gardens, 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco, United States
USD 30.00 to USD 40.00