Outdoor Drawing

These recent photos of a Hampshire College drawing class in our courtyard reminds me that fall is a wonderful time of year to draw or paint outside with your family.

Setup a mini outdoor studio with pencils, pens, or markers on a tablecloth in the grass, on a picnic table, or just a quiet spot off the trail.

Practice drawing what you see around you. Look for interesting plants, animals, or buildings to focus on.

Collect your observations in a home made journal or attach sheets of drawing paper to a clipboard.

Next time you take a walk in the woods or a trip to the park, try bringing along some art supplies!