Event
Art in the Park with Raksha Soni: Sunflower in Watercolors
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Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 43.000000, -71.000000
Visitor Center (246 Market St. Lowell, MA 01852) Meet in the Courtyard to the left of the Visitor Center Entrance.
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Description
Interested in learning basic watercolor techniques? Is your favorite flower a sunflower? Join artist Raksha Soni in the courtyard outside the Lowell NHP Visitor Center to take inspiration from nature to create your own sunflower in watercolor and hear tips and tricks from the instructor.
Suggested Audience
Ages 10 and Up
Supplies/ Equipment Required
None; all will be provided by Lowell National Historical Park
Participants are encouraged to bring their own preferred art supplies if appropriate.
About the Artist
After 20 years of diligent work as a software Engineer, Raksha Soni began an epic second act: to follow her true calling for Art. She founded Brush & Paisley in 2017, to bring her art to new audiences. As an artist she is prolific and has had over a dozen exhibitions where she has showcased her signature style; from intricate Mahbubani/Mandala drawings to lush, opulent landscapes that capture the nostalgia and emotion of different places. Along with furthering her own journey as an artist, she teaches young kids and helps them express and harness their creativity and find their artistic voice.
About Art in the Park
Join LNHP and diverse local artists for our Art in the Park series of plein air (outdoors) art workshops. Under the guidance and teaching of local artists, we will use Lowell as a backdrop for inspiration and expression. Join in to grow your creative skill in different mediums, from drawing and watercolor to portrait work and acrylic painting. Lowell is a City of Artists - Each artist will bring their own expertise to share with you and help facilitate your own process of creating.
Please note the age guidance for each workshop -some workshops are more well-suited to younger artists and family groups than others. The program is free, but space is limited, and reservations are required. Please call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot.
Most programs will be outdoors, with either rain locations or rain dates. Some programs may require participants to bring their own supplies, although LNHP strives to provide supplies when possible.
About Brush Art Gallery & Studios
The Brush Art Gallery & Studios (https://www.thebrush.org/) is located in the Lowell National Historical Park across the courtyard from the Visitor Center. This dynamic and captivating place was originally founded by the Lowell Historic Preservation Commission, U.S. Department of the Interior. The Brush presents museum quality exhibitions, educational programs, and has collaborated with many other nonprofit groups. Artists occupy studio spaces to interact with and educate the public on a weekly basis. Currently, eleven studio artists produce paintings, illustration, photography, jewelry, sculpture, ceramics, quilts, and handwoven items. Associate artists display work in the common area. The Brush Art Gallery and Studios is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. The Brush is supported by the Lowell National Historical Park.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
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Raksha Soni