Art in the Canyon – Watercolor Landscapes with the Sawdust

June 21 @ 9:00 am — 10:30 am

Join Laguna Canyon Foundation (LCF) and the Sawdust Art Festival at LCF’s Headquarters as we learn about our native ecosystems and how we might explore them through art. This month’s program will feature a short native plant hike and instruction on painting a watercolor landscape. 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 highway 133) 

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. A Sawdust sketchbook and pencil will be provided. 

Safety precautions and protocols: 

  • Advanced registration required. Every individual, including children, must be registered. 
  • 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. 

Contact volunteer@lagunacanyon.org with any questions. 

Weather, including high temperatures and wet or muddy trail conditions, may lead to cancellation of this event. 


Location
10 Phillips Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
10 Phillips Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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