Botanical Illustration Class – Wildflowers

About

Before photography, botanical illustrations were used to share information about plants among scientists and gardeners. Today, botanical illustration flourishes as a fine art.

About the instructor:

Erin Barbeau is Wild Bear’s Community Engagement Director. Erin studied botanical illustration as part of her bachelor’s of biology focusing on comparative anatomy of plant species and plants of importance to humans. Erin has described new species of insects, worked in a quarantine facility with invasive species, worked at several museums including an aquarium, and studied caterpillars before joining the Wild Bear team.

What you’ll do

Join Wild Bear Nature Center to create your very own pen and ink drawing of a colorado wildflower. Learn more about the fascinating biology of wildflowers with a short talk before the art tutorial. No previous art experience needed! Supplies can be purchased from Wild Bear Nature Center.

What to Bring

Art supplies – ink pens and paper. Complete supply kit can be purchased at Wild Bear Nature Center.

How to Get There

Wild Bear Nature Center is located in the shopping center at 20 Lakeview Dr, Nederland CO

Ticket Cost

$25 for class, $45 for class+art supply kit

How to register

Please fill out our booking form below!