INK & EARTH: Observing the Texas Fall

Ink & Earth: Observing the Texas Fall Immerse yourself in the shifting colors and textures of the Texas autumn in this expressive sketching class led by Texas artist Emma C. Schmidt at Art Ranch. During this workshop, you will walk the beautiful Art Ranch property and observe the natural world with fresh eyes, exploring the wild beauty of the fall landscape through bold, expressionistic mark-making. Using ink as the primary medium, Emma will guide you, with a focus on capturing texture, movement, and the unique character of the season’s foliage and terrain. Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, this course encourages intuitive rendering over realism, celebrating the raw, tactile essence of nature. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and a sense of wonder! In this workshop: Through guided observation, you'll learn to capture the intricate details of native landscape and flora, from the delicate veins of a wildflower to the rugged bark of a live oak. We'