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Find creative inspiration on Maine’s stunningly beautiful rocky coast, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and rhythms of life on an island. This program brings together people at all artistic levels who share an enthusiasm for nature and who wish to draw and paint with more ease indoors and out. We invite you to join us as we learn, explore, and grow in a fun and supportive environment.  

During the week, participants can choose drawing and watercolor painting sessions geared for beginners or more advanced skill levels. We’ll put those skills to work in the field as we explore Hog Island’s bird life, spruce forests, tide pools, and striking vistas. There will also be longer blocks of time to explore and sketch on your own using the island and its many resources for inspiration, as well as opportunities to explore alternative media like printmaking. A highlight of this trip is a boat trip (weather permitting) to Eastern Egg Rock to see the Atlantic Puffin and tern colony, followed by a visit to Allen Island, a former residence of the famous Wyeth family.

Our instructional team includes some of the country’s best wildlife artists and field sketchers, as well as experts in the natural history of coastal Maine. 

Note, this session has the great privilege of sharing Hog Island with a teen art camp. While the camp programming largely will be separate, there will be some opportunities for overlap with the young artists and teen camp instructors.

Portable field sketching supplies are recommended.  See the Materials Supply List (forthcoming) for details.

Director: Sherrie York

Instructors: Sean Murtha, Kelly Radding, Jim Rataczak

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