Details
Date
January 11, 2025
Time
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Description
- Call to register 615-862-4187 or email [email protected]
- Age Limit: Ages 13 and up
In the 1800s and earlier, artists like John James Audubon used watercolors to document flora and fauna, as early photography lacked the detail needed for scientific illustration. Watercolors, portable and quick-drying, were favored for natural history studies well into the 20th century. Made from natural materials like minerals and plants, some pigments even originated from alchemical experiments or ancient dyes, and the study of these pigments draws from geology, botany, and chemistry. This presentation showcases rock and mineral specimens used in traditional pigments, including toxic ones now discontinued. Lennie will demonstrate how to make watercolor paint from powdered pigments, using historical additives to adjust flow and adherence, and offer a hands-on opportunity to mix pigments. While not a formal paint-making class, this demonstration offers a foundational experience in creating watercolor paints, connecting modern artists to historical practices.
Leader: Lennie Fottrell