Drawing Butterflies with Pen & Ink
March 7 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

In this workshop you’ll be drawing mounted Butterfly specimens up close where you can see every detail. Your instructor will lead you through every stage of the process with group demonstrations and individual attention. Beginners welcome.
The following art materials will be provided:
1 sheet of Fine Art Paper
1 Japanese Drawing Pencil
1 Black Fineliner Pen
Optional materials to bring:
A basic set of colour pencils
Saturday, March 7 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Registration: Public $75, TBG Members $65 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Alan Li is an artist focused on nature. He supports conservation efforts through the sale of his artwork and is active in volunteering. Alan believes drawing can open people’s eyes to the planet’s diversity and show them that it matters. Alan grew up near the Niagara Escarpment and spent much of his childhood exploring the cliffs and forests. Those early encounters with nature have influenced both the direction of his life and the choice of subjects for his art. He currently pursues his own projects, teaches workshops, and collaborates with grassroots environmental groups.
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