Imagine you are seeing a scaly Pangolin or an iridescent Morpho didius butterfly for the first time. Is the timid Pangolin a pinecone come to life? Is the shimmering butterfly more than a mirage? It is this sense of wonder at the natural world that you will seek to reconnect through the act of drawing.
As you explore the collection of Berlin's Natural History Museum, you will assume the role of the Naturalist who was both artist and scientist. Through the act of close observation, you will gain unique perceptual insights into our specimens.
Every second Friday, you will meet with a different scientist at the museum and focus on a different section of the vast research collection. During the alternate weeks you will focus more on learning new watercolor techniques such as layering and achieving texture, working directly from museum specimens. Experience the liveliness through the watercolour painting in the museum.
24 January – 28 February 2020
Fridays, 10 am – 1 pm
Cost: 190 Euro for all six dates, including museum admission
With Mira O'Brien (Berlin Drawing Room)
Registration: Link