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The Art of Noticing: Connecting with Nature at the Snyder Refuge

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Plein Air Art

Ruthie Marchand

When

Dec. 12, 2026, 2 – 4:30 p.m.

Watercolor painting not only produces beautiful imagery but can also serve as a meaningful way to observe sensory details—textures, colors, shapes, and patterns. The tactile experience of working with pencil, brush, and paper can also tap into our fundamental human need for sensory feedback. Together, we will explore the practice of mark-making as a way to engage more deeply with nature, while enjoying a much-needed respite from the everyday stressors of modern life.

 

Meet the speaker

Ruthie Marchand is a representational painter based in Tucson, Arizona. She earned her MFA from California State University, Long Beach, and holds a BFA in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her practice is informed by the immersive experience of plein air painting and the rewarding process of conveying the spirit and character of the Sonoran Desert.

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Ruth Holladay

Contacts

Devi Gopal