Made by You: Sketching the Living World

In this workshop, we will observe local plant life and learn how to identify plants through sketching practices.

Leaves, Lines & Wonder

Plant life surrounds us and is integral to our survival, culture, and heritage. Together we will practice the art of observation—a meditative process that encourages calm, focus, and steadiness in the midst of a busy day. Students will learn how to build drawings from simple shapes, add line and value to create form, and develop thoughtful compositions on their sketchbook pages.

We will also explore ways to incorporate journaling alongside our drawings. By the end of the workshop, each student will begin developing a botanical sketchbook that serves as a living journal—documenting both personal identity and the local flora around us.

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This class is for beginners of all skill levels, ages 10+, all supplies provided. Feel free to bring your own cards for reading or collaging with, or borrow ours. All art material will be provided.

About the Artist

A botanical artist, producing detailed works in graphite, ink, colored pencil, and watercolor, Ana Carolina loves to capture plant life in an effort to deepen the connection between her viewers and the plants that surround them. Her largely monochromatic plant portraits invite viewers into a quiet, contemplative engagement with the natural world. Ana Carolina’s deep connection to botanicals is rooted in her heritage and upbringing, informing both the subject matter and sensibility of her practice.

Ana Carolina’s teaching draws on our shared human history with plants, particularly the traditions rooted in Indigenous knowledge and the role of the medicine man or woman within a community. As a South American with strong Indigenous roots, she carries a heritage deeply connected to traditional plant remedies and respect for the healing wisdom of the natural world.

Need to Know:

• This workshop will take place outdoors on the Hub RTP Stage.
• This event is great for all ages 10 and older.
• Due to the small-scale format of this project, each participant needs to purchase their own ticket.

About Made by You:
Each month, Hub RTP partners with a talented local artist to bring you an intimate, hands-on workshop experience. You’ll explore a new art medium, create something beautiful to take home, and connect directly with the featured artist as they share their inspiration and process. Join us for one—or all—of these creative sessions, each offering a fresh opportunity to learn, make, and be inspired.

Note: By registering and participating in this event, you consent to the recording of your likeness, image, and/or voice and authorize Hub RTP to use photographs, video, and audio recordings containing your likeness, image, and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.