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Plein Air Tree Drawing in Mixed Media at Jack London State Park
Sketch the trees of Jack London State Park in this plein air drawing and watercolor workshop. No experience needed, all materials included. (139)
program overview
In this one-day workshop, participants will learn and practice foundational drawing techniques while sketching the beautiful trees at Jack London State Park. Each student will choose a tree to draw, and then spend time rendering their subject while receiving instruction in proportion and other key drawing skills.
Once students have an established drawing, they will explore the light and shadow on their tree with inventive colors in watercolor. Practice and build your observational drawing skills, spend time in nature, and have fun with color!
Discover the meditative benefits of a plein air art practice, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world around you through close observation and intentional rendering. No prior drawing experience necessary; beginners welcome. All materials are provided and all experience and skill levels are welcome!
After the workshop you may choose to go hiking, tour the museum, or walk to the ruins of the Wolf House.
Important note: There is a Vehicle Entry Fee of $15. After the kiosk, veer to the right and proceed to the parking lot. All students will meet the instructor in the parking lot and walk together to the workshop area. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and snacks or a bag lunch.
instructor Overview
Hannah Day
Hannah Day is a Sonoma County artist who works primarily in the paper arts. She received her MFA from UH Manoa in printmaking, and her etchings are internationally shown and collected. Her personal practice also includes paper cutting, graphite, watercolor, and mixed media.
https://www.hannahdrawstrees.com/
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Class FAQ
We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 days’ notice, we will not be able to provide refunds, due to our contractual obligations and material purchases for each class.
Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee (minus the payment processing and services fee), or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.
All credits must be used within 1 year.
You can view our full class policies and guidelines here.
The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at [email protected] so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.
Late additions to any program, class, or workshop that has already begun will be allowed on a per-case basis depending upon the Program Director & instructors approval. Late additions will have to pay the full registration cost of the class, along with any materials fees, and will not be prorated for the time missed. You may reach out to the program directors directly, or the Program Associate Sean Baskin at [email protected] to request a late addition.
We are always looking for new instructors. You can fill out the form directly here.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Experience Level
All-Levels, Beginning, Intermediate and AdvancedAge(s)
18-overRegistration Cost:
$75
Materials Fee:
$5
Total Registration Cost:
$80
