Sketching Nature Series: Discovering Winter Weeds
Learn new sketching techniques for drawing winter weeds!
Writing in the Wilderness
Explore Baltimore Woods through nature writing!
Sketching Nature Series: Discovering Insects and Spiders
Learn how to sketch insects and spiders at this family program!
Sketching Birds
Learn techniques for sketching birds with a Baltimore Woods environmental educator.
Sketching Evergreens
Learn evergreen sketching techniques at Baltimore Woods!
Sketching Mammals
Learn how to sketch mammals with a Baltimore Woods environmental educator!
Sketching the Skeletons of Trees
As the seasons change, deciduous trees lose their leaves to reveal the beauty of their winter skeletons. This is a great time to compare the structure of trees in various habitats by sketching them. In this program, we will explore the trails, draw trees that we meet along the way, and learn how field sketching [...]
Exploring the Colors of Baltimore Woods
The preserve is home to vibrant plant and animal life that creates an intricate landscape hidden to many. Together, we'll uncover the colors that make Baltimore Woods so distinct through close observation and art. We will spend two hours immersed in The Woods and will use paints to record the incredible things we see. Let's [...]
Meet the Artist: A Live Zoom Session with Diane L. Menzies
Join Jamesville artist Diane L. Menzies for an intimate exploration of Woodlands and Water: Paintings of Meaningful Places, a nature-inspired collection of oil paintings on display at Baltimore Woods Nature Center. Led by art-gallery coordinator Karen Jean Smith, participants will get an up-close look at a few of the featured oil paintings, learn more from Diane about [...]
Nature Journaling in Color
Taking time to slow down and enjoy the magical colors of fall helps us to clear our minds. Adding watercolors to your nature journaling can focus your attention on the intricacies of color, creating a mindful experience. Come out to The Woods for a mind-cleansing walk using watercolors as our guide. Come prepared for the [...]