Teaching a Drawing Class at Homer Watson House and Gallery

Hello friends! I recently had the wonderful opportunity to teach a drawing class at Homer Watson House and Gallery, focusing on capturing the beauty of a classic springtime bird to celebrate Earth Day.

The Class Experience

The class was held in the historic setting of Homer Watson House, which provided such an abundant backdrop for Bird Friendly Kitchener’s Earth Day Bird Walk. Participants ranged from beginners to more experienced artists, all eager to learn about bird anatomy and the smooshy geometry of birds!

We started with basic shapes, then moved on to adding details like feathers and expressions. I shared tips on observing birds in nature and translating those observations onto paper.

Bird Featured

We drew and chatted about the charm of the American Robin! From it’s giggle worthy scientific name Turdus Migratorius to how early European settlers came to name a thrush after their familiar robin, a flycatcher.

Check out my March 3, 2023 American Robin painting

Community Connection

It is always heartwarming to connect with fellow bird enthusiasts and art lovers. I really appreciated connecting with my participants and getting to know Homer Watson House & Gallery a little bit better.

If you’re interested in joining a future class or learning more about bird drawing, keep an eye on my social media or contact me! This is a new venture for me and I’m embracing the opportunities.

Happy drawing and birding! 🐦