12
July
2025
Second Saturday: Botanical Still-Life Painting with Museum Educators
>Saturday, July 12th; 10 am - 12 pm
Plein-Air Still Life Painting: Flowers & Forms Inspired by Emily Cole
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world with an outdoor still-life painting workshop at the historic Thomas Cole Site. Inspired by botanical artist Emily Cole, this hands-on experience begins with a guided plant identification walk led by museum educators, followed by a sketching session focused on capturing plant shapes and textures. You'll then create your own plein-air painting, surrounded by the landscapes that once inspired Cole herself.
Ages: 18+
What’s Included:
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All painting and workshop materials
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A plant-identification walk and sketching instruction
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Self-guided access to the museum following the workshop, including the special exhibition Emily Cole: Ceramics, Flora & Contemporary Responses
Please arrive at the Cole Center 10–15 minutes before the workshop begins to check in. Advanced registration is required. While we’ll do our best to accommodate late arrivals, participation cannot be guaranteed.
Venue(s)
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
The Thomas Cole National Historic Site is the former home of Hudson River School of Art founder, Thomas Cole. Located in the village of Catskill, the house, called Cedar Grove, and Cole's studio are open for tours, events, and workshops throughout the year.
