Workshop: the Art of Alienweeds February 21, 2010

Join Washington Post artist Patterson Clark for an introduction to using invasive plants as an abundant source for art materials. The workshop will include a weed walk, which will identify various plant tissues that can be isolated and made into paper, inks, pens, brushes, printing blocks and cordage. The class will harvest bamboo culms and learn how to make a simple reed pen for dipping in ink. An indoor presentation will focus on several processes used to extract a bounty from exotic weeds. Participants will need to bring their own sharp pocket knife. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204. Call 703-228-6535 for more information.