Kim McNett — Naturalist Artist

Workshops and Events

Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival Workshops

May 3, 2024

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May 5, 2024

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Kim will be a featured guest speaker Thursday May 2, 6-6:30 pm at the opening reception of the Shorebird Art Show and Birds by Hand Exhibit at the Copper River Gallery in the Cordova Community Center.

Quick and Easy Landscape Sketching:

Friday May 3, Indoor Session 1:30-3:30 pm.  $45. Open Studio 3:30-4:30 pm


Learn beginner-friendly strategies for sketching landscapes and coastal habitats with Homer artist Kim McNett. A small sketch goes a long way in documenting a sense of place and habitat in your field journal.

How to Draw Eggs and Feathers:

Saturday  May 4, Indoor Session 1:30-3:30 pm  $45. Open Studio 3:30-4:30 pm


Learn beginner-friendly sketching techniques that will help you draw what you see. Join artist Kim McNett to sketch eggs, feathers and other natural items.

Field Journaling with Kim McNett - Bird Journaling Beyond the List:

Friday May 3, Outdoor Session 9-12 noon. $45  
Saturday May 4,  Outdoor Session 9-12 noon.  $45  
Sunday May 5, Outdoor Session 8-11 am  $45  


Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own personal experiences in the natural world. Join artist Kim McNett in the field to learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording that will strengthen your observation skills. 

Location:
Cordova AK
REGISTER HERE with The Net Loft

Bird Journaling for Teens

May 8, 2024

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4:30 pm

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6:30 pm

This special workshop for teens is offered by the Junior Birders program of the Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival. Join local artist Kim McNett to learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation skills. We will especially focus on the birdlife along the forest trails of the Pratt Museum. Please come dressed for the outdoors. Basic supplies provided or bring your own. Meet in the back of the museum parking lot.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Junior Birders Program of the Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival

Nature Journaling for Kids

May 9, 2024

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4:00 pm

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5:30 pm

Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. This workshop is outdoors and designed for kids ages 7-12. Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot. Workshops include a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim's handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40. 

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Nature Journaling for Adults

May 10, 2024

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4:00 pm

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6:00 pm

Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. This workshop is outdoors and designed for adult participants. Teens are welcome too! Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot. Workshops include a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim's handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40. 

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Nature Journaling for Adults

May 17, 2024

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4:00 pm

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6:00 pm

Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. This workshop is outdoors and designed for adult participants. Teens are welcome too! Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot. Workshops include a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim's handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Nature Journaling for Kids

May 18, 2024

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1:30 pm

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3:00 pm

Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. This workshop is outdoors and designed for kids ages 7-12. Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot. Workshops include a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim's handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40. 

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Seabird Festival

May 31, 2024

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June 2, 2024

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Artist Workshops for Adults and Kids - Details Coming Soon! 

Location:
Alaska SeaLife Center, Seward AK

Fantastic Fens

Gallery Show

June 7, 2024

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June 29, 2024

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First Friday Opening Reception June 7th 5:00pm-7:00pm

Location:
Kenai Arts Center, Kenai AK

Nature Journaling for Adults

June 8, 2024

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Award-winning naturalist, artist, teacher and wilderness guide, Kim McNett teaches nature journaling and visual art to all ages. Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world.

Location:
Kenai Arts Center, Kenai AK

Nature Journaling Retreat

August 9, 2024

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August 11, 2024

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Nature Journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Join local artist Kim McNett for multi-day immersive workshops and nature exploration at the Peterson Bay Field Station. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation skills. The PBFS is a remote education facility with dock access surrounded by tidepools, beaches and forest trails. Water taxi, meals, comfortable workspaces, basic supplies and yurt stay all included. Nature journaling is a process-based activity - artistic talent is not required. 

Location:
Peterson Bay Field Station, depart from Homer Harbor AK
REGISTER HERE with Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies

Mushroom Sketching and Identification for Adults

August 31, 2024

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1:30 pm

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3:30 pm

This workshop integrates the science of mushroom identification with journaling and sketching through personal experience and the enduring process of discovery. This workshop is outdoors and designed for adult participants. Teens are welcome too!

Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot and dressed to explore.

Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim’s handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Mushroom Sketching and Identification for Kids

August 31, 2024

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2:00 pm

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3:30 pm

This workshop integrates the science of mushroom identification with journaling and sketching through personal experience and the enduring process of discovery. This workshop is outdoors and designed for kids ages 7-12.

Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot and dressed to explore.

Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim’s handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Mushroom Sketching and Identification for Adults

September 6, 2024

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1:30 pm

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3:30 pm

This workshop integrates the science of mushroom identification with journaling and sketching through personal experience and the enduring process of discovery. This workshop is outdoors and designed for adult participants. Teens are welcome too!

Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot and dressed to explore.

Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim’s handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum

Mushroom Sketching and Identification for Kids

September 7, 2024

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2:00 pm

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3:30 pm

This workshop integrates the science of mushroom identification with journaling and sketching through personal experience and the enduring process of discovery. This workshop is outdoors and designed for kids ages 7-12.

Please meet in the museum’s rear parking lot and dressed to explore.

Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies at no extra cost. For additional supplies and activity prompts, Kim’s handmade Nature Journal Kits will be available for purchase at the workshop for $40.

Location:
Pratt Museum, Homer AK
REGISTER HERE with the Pratt Museum