The public is invited to take part in art activities and nature walks with Shirley Heinze Land Trust and community partners at the Nature in the Arts event, “Printmaking & Plein Air.” This free, all-ages event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT (9 a.m. to noon CDT) Saturday, August 3 at Lydick Bog Nature Preserve, located at 25898 US-20, South Bend, IN 46628.
Visitors can make a multimedia print with the South Bend Museum of Art. Prints can be optionally provided to the museum to be put on display at their new printmaking studio. Participants can also learn about and create their own plein air landscapes with the Northern Indiana Pastel Society.
Guided hikes led by Shirley Heinze staff and volunteers will take place at 10:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. EDT to show the bog’s unique and rare ecosystem. “This is a great opportunity for families and residents to visit Lydick Bog Nature Preserve, connect with local wetlands and waterways, and enjoy a variety of art activities,” says Mari Patis, Programs Coordinator at Shirley Heinze Land Trust.
Cloud Walking Coffee will have cold brew coffee, juice, and light snacks available for purchase. Additionally, local musicians Christopher Lods and Mark Snell will provide live music throughout the day.
This event is free and open to all ages. Parking, accessible restrooms, and water will be available. For more information, contact Mari Patis at (219) 242-8558 or mpatis@heinzetrust.org.
Nature in the Arts is hosted at Shirley Heinze Land Trust nature preserves across northwestern Indiana. The all-ages program connects the art community to the importance of their local natural areas. Activities are made possible in part by South Shore Arts, Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. Visit www.heinzetrust.org/nature-in-the-arts to learn more.
About Shirley Heinze Land Trust: Since 1981, Shirley Heinze Land Trust has preserved and restored natural lands and waters in northwestern Indiana, including some of the rarest landscapes in the state. More than 3,400 acres in Lake, Porter, LaPorte, St. Joseph, Starke, and Marshall Counties have been protected. The organization also strives to build connections between communities and nature by engaging people of all ages in its work.
For more information on the work and nature preserves of Shirley Heinze Land Trust, visit www.heinzetrust.org, call (219) 242-8558, or access its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/heinzetrust.
About South Bend Museum of Art: The South Bend Museum of Art has been a prominent artistic hub for the South Bend, IN region for the last 75 years. At SBMA, our primary goal is to offer diverse artistic opportunities, exhibit local artwork, and promote art education, all while cultivating a deep admiration for the arts. We warmly invite you to join our exceptional community by visiting our website at www.southbendart.org.
About Northern Indiana Pastel Society: Formed in the summer of 2006, the Northern Indiana Pastel Society welcomes artists from Indiana, Michigan, and Illinois. Our purpose is to stimulate interest in pastels as an art medium and to encourage and support members in their artistic and professional growth. Members seek to form alliances, share information and enjoy camaraderie.