Inspired by Nature 2025

Have you ever seen a bird, butterfly or flower that you wanted to capture its beauty or whimsy? Nature can be inspirational whether it is watching a sunset, listening to a bird sing or just walking under the forest canopy. Artists since the dawn of time have used nature for inspiration and you can too. Back by popular demand, artist Ellen Westerholm will teach watercolor painting classes at the Trout Lake Nature Center.

Westerholm supplies all needed materials—paints, brushes and art paper. The cost is $50 per class. Class size is limited to allow for personalized instruction.  You will leave the class with a beautiful painting done by you. Come get inspired by nature.

Inspired By Nature: Bunny

Saturday, February 22, 2025
10:00 am12:00 pm
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This Adult beginner watercolor project painting will feature a bunny just in time for Easter. You will learn how to apply a pattern, add background and color and see how the painting emerges through the reverse process! Class fee is $50 and it includes all supplies, brushes and paints. You must register in advance on the TLNC website or by calling 352-357-7536.

Inspired By Nature: Potting Shed

Wednesday, March 5, 2025
1:30 pm3:30 pm
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This Adult beginner watercolor project painting will feature a potting shed for the spring gardener. Class fee is $50 and it includes all supplies, brushes and paints. You must register in advance on the TLNC website or by calling 352-357-7536.

Inspired by Nature: Flower Pot

Wednesday, April 2, 2025
1:30 pm3:30 pm
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Expert water color artist Ellen Westerholm guides beginning artists in painting a colorful flower pot. Cost is $50 but includes entry fee, paints, brushes and paper.

Inspired by Nature: Panther

Saturday, April 26, 2025
10:00 am12:00 pm
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Expert water color artist Ellen Westerholm guides beginning artists in painting the head of a Florida panther. Cost is $50 but includes entry fee, paints, brushes and paper.