Art Journaling from Nature

Join me, artist Cedar Keshet, in Art Journaling from Nature. We will be using in Watercolors, Pencil and Pen for your trips in nature. Learn some basic techniques that will help you record what you see, hear and feel on your next hike in the mountains, relaxing time at the park or your backyard. This is a very popular class and always a lot of fun!

Art Journaling from Nature information

with Cedar Keshet

At the Fruita Community Center

Imagine this: you're sitting under the shade of a cottonwood, sketchbook open, watching the light dance across a sandstone ridge. You dip your brush in watercolor and try to capture the way it feels to be there. That's the heart of Art Journaling from Nature—a course designed for adults (ages 18 and up) that blends artistic technique with deep observation.

To sign-up click HERE: Fruita Community Center Art Program - Under the Activity lists, click on Programs, then Art classes with Cedar Keshet. Thanks!

Instructor Cedar Keshet guides participants through approachable exercises using watercolor, pencil, and pen, helping you record what you see, hear, and feel while out in nature. Whether you're wandering a trail, spending time in the park, or sitting quietly in your backyard, this class helps turn those quiet moments into meaningful sketches.

We'll meet every Wednesdays from 9 a.m-12 p.m. at the Fruita Community Center

Two sessions available:

• Session 1: July 9, 16, 23 & 30

• Session 2: August 6, 13, 20 & 27

Each four-week session is $200 total.

To sign-up click HERE: Fruita Community Center Art Program - Under the Activity lists, click on Programs, then Art classes with Cedar Keshet. Thanks!

Supply list below

Space limited to a small group of 8 participants to ensure personal guidance & community.

This class fills quickly each season-and for good reason. It's fun, it's calming, and it may just change the way you look at the world.

Supply List

Watercolor paper spiral pad small size, approximately 6” x 8” or so
Small watercolor field kit with brushes - https://www.dickblick.com/items/prang-watercolor-pans-square-assorted-set-of-8-colors/ is a start
Tiny water container (think Reuse such as an applesauce container from a lunch pack)
Small sponge
Several paper or cloth towels.
HB or H artist pencil
Kneaded eraser
Pigma Micro 03 black pen
And don't forget a lawn chair when we head out to Nature Journal

Art Journaling from Nature Workshop with the Colorado National Monument Association

Please join artist, Cedar Keshet for Art Journaling from Nature workshop at Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter.

Join artist, Cedar Keshet, for a peaceful morning of art journaling at Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter. Record your trip in nature with watercolors, pencil, and pen. Learn basic techniques to capture what you see, hear, and feel on your next adventure.

Details: THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. PLEASE STAY TUNE FOR DETAILS FOR FALL WORKSHOPS

Date: June 14th at 9:00 AM
Location: Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter- From the east entrance travel .02 miles, turn right.
Registration: Risk forms must be signed prior to event.
Bring: Art supplies are not included- Please feel free to bring what you like. See link here for suggested art supplies.
Camping chair
Sunscreen/Hat/Sunglasses/Bug spray
Water/Snacks/Lunch

Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. Event may be cancelled or postponed due to weather.