Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and the Sawdust Festival staff at the Berns Canyon Preserve as we learn about our native ecosystems and how we might explore them through art. This beginner class is perfect for those interested in exploring watercolor landscapes using watercolor-colored pencils. We will learn how to sketch and layer color with pencils, then activate the pigment with water to create soft, painterly effects. We’ll cover basic techniques like shading, blending, and creating texture, all while working on a simple, scenic landscape. No experience is necessary—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
This program is free with a suggested donation to cover the costs of materials and staffing. This donation is optional and is considered “sliding scale.” Please contribute what you can.
Age: 16 or older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Location: Laguna Canyon Foundation Headquarters (10 Phillips St. Laguna Beach, CA 92651, East side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133). This location is on a small, dead-end street. Please do not drive past the “dead end” sign.
Parking: Free at LCF Headquarters. Parking is limited; carpooling is encouraged.
Difficulty Rating: 1/5
Materials: Participants must bring plenty of water, closed-toed shoes, long pants, and sun protection. Art materials will be provided.
Safety precautions and protocols:
- Advanced registration required. Every individual, including children, must be registered. Register here.
- Group sizes are minimized for safety purposes. For group registrations or questions please email volunteer@lagunacanyon.org
- Participants must individually sign a waiver at the beginning of the program. For participants under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the waiver.
- To protect all employees, volunteers, and participants, please do not attend if you are not feeling well, have symptoms of illness or have been in contact with someone who was ill.
- If you register and are no longer able to attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible to allow others the chance to register.
Contact volunteer@lagunacanyon.org with any questions.
Weather, including high temperatures and wet or muddy trail conditions, may lead to cancellation of this event.
