Field Sketching; A Year of Mindfulness Year 2

(Online)

Find your voice and style

Full details here

This mentorship program is for you if:

  • You have some experience with Field Sketching or Nature Journaling

  • You have experience with basic drawing skills

  • You want to continue improving your skills with graphite, pen, & watercolor

  • You would like more guidance with the drawing process

  • And you wouldn't mind learning a few new tools to include in your practice!

This is how you will grow; mindfully developing a singular style that pleases you!

To let me know you're interested...

This no-obligation Priority List only shows a deep interest in the program AND allows you access to early registration.

Limited space.
First come, first serve basis.
Only 8 seats available.

Next cohort begins Nov. 5, 2025

Program description

Following up on the year 1 program, the second year takes a deeper dive into a few of the art concepts learned in year 1. The topic of perspetcive is one example.Several new tools for Field Sketching and Nature Journaling are introduced, one of my favorites being water-soluble pens.By continuing to study the phenology of your region, you'll continue to broaden your connection to the natural world.Join me for another year to improve and expand your Field Sketching skills and practice!

What's included?
(the benefits)

  • Four seasons with a 3- to 4-week break in between each;

  • 2hr classes are held bi-weekly, leaving a comfortable amount of time to attend to homework assignments;

  • Each class will focus on specific drawing or observation skills to help create more accurate sketches;

  • Each season will focus on specific topics related to natural history to become more aware of the rhythm of nature;

  • Homework assignments are provided as guidance outside of class;

  • Homework review as a group that offers personal feedback, direction, and confidence;

  • Classes are held Thursdays 2-4pmAKT, 6-8pmET;

  • Introduction to a few new tools like colored pencils, fountain pen, and tinted paper (a full list can be provided by request);

  • Deeper dive into key drawing concepts; and

  • All classes are recorded so you can reference the material after a missed class or for learning at your own pace

"I like that I not only have grown my skills but I've become ever more observant and I have learned so much about the
plants and creatures around me.
~Susan

Wednesdays, 2-4pmAKTNov 5 & 19; Dec 3 & 17, Jan 7 & 21; Feb 4 & 18; March 4 & 18, Apr 15 & 29; May 13 & 20; June 3 & 17, July 15 & 29; Aug 12 & 26; Sept 9 & 23

What does it cost?

A full year of practice under guidance and mentorship (instructor details below)

$3999 (actual value)

your cost:

$2999

That's a 25% discount!

  • Three payment options are available

  • Put your name on the no-obligation Priority List and receive a surprise bonus

“DO IT! Sandy is amazingly talented and superbly supportive and encouraging no matter what your skill level is.”
- Angela

Limited space.
First come, first serve basis.
Only 8 seats available.

This no-obligation Priority List only shows a deep interest in the program AND allows you access to early registration.

Next cohort begins Nov. 5, 2025

Questions?
Drop a note at [email protected]

About the Instructor

My field sketching practice informs everything I do as an Artist, Instructor, and Writer.Art and nature have been part of my life in varying ways since childhood. After a few years flipping between art and biology as an undergrad, I found my way to Natural Science Illustration and never looked back.Teaching others to connect with the natural world through direct observation and journaling brings me as much joy as my personal art practice does.With a focus on "process" rather than always completing finished works, I am teaching skills that apply to anything you want to sketch.You know the old adage..."Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime"? That's what I aim to do.Join me for a year of coaching your own practice.

All images on this page ©Sandy McDermott with exception of the instructor photo above, ©Morgan Lee Photography, and cannot be used without permission.