The Roger Tory Peterson Institute (RTPI) is pleased to present a workshop with illustrator Robin Brickman on Saturday, March 18, from 10:00am – 12:00pm. This talented artist will deliver a visual presentation sharing her process for illustrating the book Leaflets Three, Let it Be!, which features her work entitled Baby Opossum and Insects in the Fall, currently on view in Focus on Nature XIV at RTPI.
“Baby Opossum and Insects in the Fall” by Robin Brickman
Following Brickman’s presentation, participants will enjoy creating a small, three-dimensional paper sculpture of their own using Robin’s cut and sculpted paper techniques. This hands-on workshop is open to teens and adults who want to learn an accessible technique for creating their own three-dimensional art out of paper. All workshop materials will be provided. Brickman will also host a book signing, and several titles she has illustrated, including Leaflets Three, Let it Be!, will be available for purchase in RTPI’s museum store.
“Toad” by Robin Brickman
Registration is required for this event! Please contact Amy Hudson at (716) 665-2473, ext. 227 for more information and to reserve your space! THE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEE IS $15 THROUGH MARCH 11th. The registration fee after March 11th is $20. For more information about Robin Brickman her work, please visit her website at www.robinbrickman.com.
In addition to Saturday’s workshop, there will be a reception with Brickman, as well as staff from the New York State Museum in Albany, NY on Friday, March 17, from 6:00-8:00pm. Focus on Nature XIV, currently on view at RTPI through April 9, is organized by the New York State Museum.
