Participants will learn different drawing and sketching techniques through experimentation.

Participants will observe the world around them.

Participants will have a better understanding of the complexities of a major waterway based on observations. 

Paper

Pencils

Crayons, markers and/or colored pencils (optional pastels and watercolors)

Clipboards

Provide a variety of materials to choose from.

Allow for creativity and expression.

Allow participants to choose a site within a boundary.

Students will draw/sketch the landscape as they see it, allowing for personal interpretation and individual points of view.

Encourage students to include as many details as possible.

Optionally, encourage students to share and discuss their drawings with each other.

Participants may be shy about sharing or conscientious about drawing skills.

A different mode of expression from written understanding.

A deeper understanding of the landscape and what is included such as

• Transportation

  • Cars

  • Trains

  • Planes and helicopters

  • Boats and barges 

• Wildlife

• Human Impact