Wow! We could not have picked a better day to sketch at the WSU Extension Master Gardeners Discovery Garden! It seemed like everything was in bloom as 16 of us spread out throughout the garden - from the koi pond to the Japanese Garden to the pollinator garden and beyond. Special thanks to the Skagit County Master Gardener volunteers who maintain this garden for all to enjoy.
What an interesting place to sketch! Thanks to Gregg and Linda who welcomed us to their amazing bonsai garden at their Anacortes home.
We were amazed to learn that the garden contains only 25% of the plants they had when they lived in Eastern Washington. Plus, each plant had to be unpotted for the move and then repotted once they arrived in their new home here! Definitely a labor of love.
Once we gathered, most of us sketched at the gazebo in Rotary Park. What a splendid May day for sketching water views. We also welcomed Dawn and Jamie. Thanks for joining us!
What a gorgeous afternoon of sketching and friendship! Carolyn's beautiful garden with lilacs, camellias, and iris, along with lovely, quiet spots was quite a treat. Plus, a big welcome to Peggy! Thanks for joining us.
What an amazing afternoon we had at Joe Treat's in Bow. Joe and his wife were so welcoming and gave us a tour of Joe's workshop. He started making driftwood animals/sculptures at age 62 and he says it's been life-changing.
We're happily sketching outside now and Kalena's yard was a perfect spot on this April day. Trees, mountains, water, and good friends!
It was a chilly but great afternoon sketching at the Farm on 41st. Such a delightful group of animals (we even got to see owner Jojo feed a sweet little lamb) plus incredible grounds with so many fun things to sketch all across the property. Thanks for having us, Jojo!
