Sketching, Painting & Watching Birds! - A Workshop
Oct
18
9:30 AM09:30

Sketching, Painting & Watching Birds! - A Workshop

Got birds on the brain? Join artist and museum professional Madison Mayfield for a day of birding and sketching to fill that bird-sized hole in your life! In this 3.5 hour workshop, you’ll go birding in Cowen/Ravenna Park (binocs provided or BYO), learn to identify your common local birds, gain an understanding for bird anatomy (using real taxidermy specimens from the Burke Museum) and learn how to sketch and even paint your favorite birds! Class fee includes all necessary art supplies that attendees will get to take home at the end of the day.

This class is open to novices and experts alike! We will be birding rain or shine, so be sure to bring a rain jacket.

Registration coming soon!

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Rare Air Sip & Sketch
Feb
7
7:00 PM19:00

Rare Air Sip & Sketch

Produced in partnership with the Burke Museum of Natural History

Friday, February 7 
7–10 p.m.

$35 for Burke members; $40 for general admission

Enjoy drinks and light refreshments as you create your own winged masterpiece. With skilled illustrators available to provide guidance and inspiration from museum specimens, this is the perfect evening to draw your own connections with art, science, and community — whether you're an experienced artist or picking up a pencil for the first time. This event is 21+ with valid ID only. 

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Birds Eye View
Jan
30
6:30 PM18:30

Birds Eye View

Produced in partnership with the Burke Museum of Natural History

Thursday, January 30
6:30–8 p.m.

$15 for Burke members; $20 for general admission 

This unique virtual program will showcase how researchers and illustrators collaborate to transform scientific findings into compelling images. Learn the latest in hummingbird research with Dr. Alejandro Rico-Guevara and draw-along with Madison Mayfield as she creates an initial sketch. Experience firsthand the power of collaboration in making artwork that is both beautiful and scientifically accurate.

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Introduction to Scientific Illustration Workshop
Sep
21
10:30 AM10:30

Introduction to Scientific Illustration Workshop

Learn the basics of scientific illustration in this exciting single-day workshop at the Whatcom Museum. Participants will learn the skills needed to create observational drawings and practice both pen & ink and watercolor techniques.

15 participants maximum

Cost:
$125, members
$150, non-members
Price includes all art supplies, which students will keep after the workshop, and museum admission on September 21.

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Introduction to Scientific Illustration Workshop
Jul
20
10:30 AM10:30

Introduction to Scientific Illustration Workshop

Learn the basics of scientific illustration in this exciting single-day workshop at the Whatcom Museum. Participants will learn the skills needed to create observational drawings and practice both pen & ink and watercolor techniques.

15 participants maximum

Cost:
$125, members
$150, non-members
Price includes all art supplies, which students will keep after the workshop, and museum admission on July 20.

Class currently full. Sign up for the waitlist!

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WILD LIFE
Jun
14
to Jul 28

WILD LIFE

  • Base Camp Studios 2 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WILD LIFE is a group exhibit featuring the work of Pacific Northwest artists who center their work around wildlife. Hosted at Base Camp Studios 2 and curated by Jeremy Buben. This show will feature several of Madison’s works.

Opening Reception: June 14th (5 - 10 PM)
Artist Panel: July 13th (11 AM - 12 PM)

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