This winter, adults have the chance to blend a love for nature with a love of art. A  four-week session, "Exploring the Natural World with Art," will meet on Saturday afternoons at the Marion Natural History Museum, from 2-4 p.m. in February. Meeting dates are:

• February 3
• February 10
• February 17
• February 24

The first two Saturdays, adults will learn how to sketch and observe specimens from the museum.

The second two Saturdays, participants will sketch, paint and observe specimens with color and learn more about color mixing and the color wheel.

All four classes will focus on shading, positive/negative space, and composition.  Journaling in the sketchbooks will also be encouraged.

Participants are asked to bring their own bound sketchbooks, with heavy-duty or watercolor paper. An additional materials list will be provided.

Class leader Tricia Cassady is a wetland scientist and Natural Science illustrator. The class is limited to 12 people. The cost is $200 per person. Registrations must be received by January 24.

To register, go to the Marion Natural History Museum website, www.marionmuseum.org, print out the registration form and submit it with payment.