Soil 2 Surface: Instruction

I’ve been an artist for 30 years, it’s only in the past eight years that I’ve fully immersed myself in sustainable practices, botanical palettes, and organic, earth-friendly recipes. My journey has included in-depth research into mycology and participation in residencies where I’ve learned directly from scientists, biologists, mycologists, anthropologists, color practitioners, marine biologists, and a diverse array of artists and innovators who are using their work to effect real change through their efforts to revive the earth. In my classes, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We explore the history of color, tracing its use from the Paleozoic Era through the High Middle Ages to today. Participants learn about mordants, tannins, and mordant modifiers, and we examine fossils and natural materials to create customized, eco friendly color palettes used for painting.  All materials are provided, and many classes are held in partnership with sustainable brands that share a commitment to healthy, regenerative practices. Each participant receives a thoughtfully curated gift bag designed to encourage the greening of our homes, bodies, and daily lives—furthering my mission to use healthy materials for a healthier world.