Experiencing Nature through Art // Local Artist to Teach Outdoor Watercolor Workshop
When speaking about her artwork, local artist Bridgette Meinhold explains that “my art is an expression of my time spent outdoors, enjoying the landscape, playing in the mountains and my connection to nature.”
“Being outdoors is like a tonic for me, and making art outdoors is just another excuse to spend time in nature” notes Bridgette. “It helps me slow down, it gives me space to observe and through observation, I come to a greater understanding for how nature works and a greater appreciation for the natural world overall. I feel that making art outside is another form of meditation and it's just super fun!”
Bridgette is offering an Outdoor Watercolor class on Saturday, August 4th from 1-6pm here in Park City. When asked about what inspired her to run outdoor workshops, she commented “there are many ways to experience nature, but most people are only familiar with recreation - hiking, biking, camping, etc. I want to show that art is another way to experience the natural world and I want to equip people with some good skills to get them outside observing, experiencing, and enjoying the outdoors.”
This class does not focus on the previous skillset of the participant. The focus of the class is to enjoy the creative process and to connect to nature. “For those who haven't picked up a paint brush since they were kids, I want to get them comfortable with the materials and give them confidence to try new things and not worry about ‘failing’.” For those who are already artists or makers, she hopes to add to their skill base, and get them out of their comfort zone to show them a new way to experience art-making. The class will have no more than 12 students allowing for a lot of one-on-one attention. “Basically my goal is to show that making art outdoors is just another experience, that there is no right or wrong way and just to have fun.”
This is Bridgette’s second workshop in Park City and she hopes to continue holding them on an annual basis in the summer. She also hopes to add in a workshop or two in other locations around the country as her schedule allows.
Materials are not included and she will provide a recommended supply list for the class. However, she mentioned that “I am not a stickler for having specific materials or anything fancy. I realize the class and materials cost money, so I try to make it affordable and accessible. I encourage people to already bring what they have, but I can advise on what materials are easier to use in an outdoor setting.”
The workshop will be held at her studio (directions will be given to students after they register). For more information about Bridgette and to sign up, click here.