October 24, 2015
Date/Time
Date(s) - 10/24/2015
9:30 am-12:30 pm
Location
Heron Hall
Categories
Once Upon a Wetland: Pigments from the Marsh
Natural Paints workshop with Ane Carla Rovetta
Saturday, October 24, 2015, 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center
900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Suitable for adults and teens (teens must be accompanied by an adult).
FREE. Pre-registration required through LandPaths website: www.landpaths.org
The story of natural paint is intertwined with the narrative of wetlands around the world. Historically, pigments were often collected from seeps, the lowest places where color can collect. Bright yellow cattail pollen is still revered by the Navajo, and tule mud can be the darkest of browns. During this morning of discovery we will make natural paint from supplies found around our beautiful Laguna and beyond. All recipes used are non-toxic. Join us for this intimate, fun, and memorable hands-on workshop in light-filled, comfortable Heron Hall. You’ll be surrounded by gorgeous views of nature and the peace and quiet of the Laguna Environmental Center during a time that it is closed to the public. Most workshop supplies will be provided, as well as hot drinks and light snacks.
Ane Carla Rovetta is a local science illustrator, field biologist, storyteller-extraordinaire, and teacher of cultural uses of plants and nature crafts. Trained as a zoologist, Ane Carla combines science and art in her paintings, handmade art materials, and public performances. An illustrator since 1978, Ane Carla’s artwork can be seen in five books, as well as many scientific and educational periodicals.
This free program is made possible through a partnership between the Laguna Foundation, LandPaths and the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District. The District permanently protects the diverse agricultural, natural resource and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations. It is funded through a quarter-cent sales tax that was voted in by the residents of Sonoma County.