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ART INSPIRED BY NATURE
SUMMER 2024


In the Nantucket Landscape


Thinking of Nantucket as a material resource and natural inspiration! Looking for hidden treasures, secret spots and transient tranquil moments to deepen your sense of wonder and creativity? Perhaps take a photography class that explores Nantucket’s very special landscape – an exploration in nature …?


Classes + Workshops

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE LANDSCAPE


A guided landscape photography course designed for all skill levels
with
Anne C Jennings

July 11, 18, 25
August 1, 8, 15
Thursday 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Register for one day or for the whole summer!
Bring your own Camera
  • workshop description

    Instructor:  Anne C Jennings


    Thursday evenings we will meet at NISDA campus then depart for a location determined by weather and instructor.


    An overview of basic photographic principles and mechanics will be discussed. Time will be maximized for photographing with a focus on methods and challenges to create photographs that are both unique to the location and photographer.  A meaningful way to remember our Island sea and landscapes!


    This Nantucket Landscape based workshop is open to all age groups (ages 9+ accompanied by an adult, teens and adults) and skill levels ; from absolute beginner to seasoned pro, or a family on vacation! All camera formats and/or devices welcomed, and tripod encouraged but not required.

    • Meet up at the NISDA campus in Wauwinet at 5:50 pm. 
    • Travel together in NISDA’s school van, departing anytime after 6:00 pm.  
    • Participants need the ability to walk for moderate stretches of time on-site. 
    
    • Dress for the weather and BYO water.

INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE FORAGING


An Exploration of the Natural Resources Around us
with Sean Allen

Guided Tour 
Sunday July 14
10 am–1:00 pm
  • workshop description

    Instructor:  Sean Allen, Naturalist,  BA in Performance Art, Antioch College


    Join Sean Allen for a guided walk to learn about the importance of protecting our native habitats, as well as the practical uses of many of the abundant native plants/fungi all around us.


    In this guided exploration, you will learn to recognize the wonderful species that call our island their home, and about responsibly harvesting native vegetation for medicinal and culinary purposes. Learn how you can make a difference for our island’s ecosystem right in your own backyard.

    • Meet up at the NISDA campus in Wauwinet at 9:50 am.  
    • Participants need the ability to walk for moderate stretches of time on-site. 
    
    • Dress for the weather and BYO water.  
    • Bring a journal/notepad and your cell phone to take photos for future reference. 
All studio Tuitions include attending Wednesday Night Lecture Series.

Note: Interested Teens are encouraged to enroll in NISDA Classes and Workshops and attend Wednesday Evening Lecture Series and Gallery Openings. Selected offerings are also open to Youth and Families.


NISDA Artist Studio housing accomodations to NISDA Summer Session students taking week-long workshops on a space available basis. Call 508-228-9248 to inquire.
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