Bianca Camacho
Bianca has spent many years in the wellness world, holding a master's degree in nutrition, vast experience in fitness as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, and over a decade in population health and wellness. Herbalism came to her, as it does for many, in a time of intense health challenges. As a nutritionist, the concept of healing through food was not new, but learning how specific herbs support specific body systems was a powerful gateway that changed everything. Here now was a whole new way of nourishing the body, which then naturally lead to new ways of nourishing the spirit, and new ways of seeing the world- turns out it's far more vibrant and animate than she was ever taught.
Being a seasoned artist and creative, falling in love with plants inevitably lead to an exploration of the various ways one can incorporate plants and the natural world into art. Botanical illustration and carving/block-printing have emerged as her favorite mediums for channeling the power and beauty of plants- though there is no limit to what can be created! She is excited to share the love of art, health, plants, and community with anyone who is interested.
Carve a Botanical Stamp: 3 hour intensive, Adults, All Levels
Learn how to make your own rubber stamp for use on paper or fabric! Creating a botanical stamp is a wonderful way to connect with a plant and share it's energy and beauty over and over again. In this class, we will go through the process together- from choosing an image, transferring it to rubber, carving it out, and stamping. We will also review the various types of inks you can use and how to care for your stamp. You will go home with your new creation as well as a carving tool so you can continue working with your new skill! If you would like to bring an article of clothing or piece of fabric to stamp, please do! We will stamp on paper if you don't bring something else to stamp. ($25 materials fee to be paid at registration.) Limited to 20 women
Watercolor Folk Art Botanicals: 1.5 hour, Adults, All Levels
Create a watercolor painting with various plants and shapes in the folk-art style. This style is really forgiving since we're not worried about getting a hyper-realistic representation of flowers or leaves, but instead we're painting a simplified version that captures the essence of those beings. This leads to a fun, whimsical painting that you can proudly display or gift to a loved one!
Let’s Draw Plants!: 30 minutes, Kids
Look closely at a flower and you’ll see shapes that you recognize- circles, squares, and triangles! Together, we’ll take a close look at flowers and leaves and learn to draw them with colored pencils using these familiar shapes as guides.